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Tips about telemarketing in BC

Tips about telemarketing in BC

When I asked consumers what they wanted to hear about on this blog a few months back, telemarketing was still a hot topic. In this blog post, I’m going to share my top three telemarketing tips.

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Posted on 2014-08-18 :: Comments (6)

Getting a cell phone? Don’t phone in the contract

Getting a cell phone? Don’t phone in the contract

Thinking about getting the latest and greatest cell phone? As part of Consumer Awareness Week, we’ve dialled up a few things to think about when it comes to cell phone contracts. Get the tips and know what to look for when signing a contract!

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Posted on 2014-05-15 :: Comments (10)

New cell phone scam may cost you big bucks

New cell phone scam may cost you big bucks

When you miss a call from a number you don’t know, do you call back right away? Making that call could be a big mistake, as you might be the next victim of the “one-ring” scam.

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Posted on 2014-03-31 :: Comments (5)

A scam warning from Canada Revenue Agency

A scam warning from Canada Revenue Agency

Posted on 2014-03-26 :: Comments (621)

Own a cellphone? You need to know about ‘smishing’

Own a cellphone? You need to know about ‘smishing’

Posted on 2014-03-03 :: Comments (7)

Watch out for charity scams

Watch out for charity scams

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