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01/28/2010

Need Olympic tickets? Last minute shoppers beware of fraud

If you are thinking of coming to Vancouver-Whistler for the upcoming Games make sure you use caution when buying tickets from non-official sources.

01/27/2010

Olympic Visitors Warned About Property Rental Scams

BBB reminds both International visitors and Canadian residents to be careful and do their homework before booking vacation rentals.

01/19/2010

BBB Advises Donors on How to Check Out Haiti Earthquake Charity Appeals

Not All Charities are Equipped to Help and Some Might be Fraudulent, Warns BBB

01/05/2010

BBB's Top Ten New Year's Resolutions for a Consumer-Savvy 2010

The New Year is here and, because of the rough economy, it’s more important that ever to resolve to be a savvy consumer. The Better Business Bureau offers the following ten New Year’s resolutions to fight scammers, prevent identity theft and save money in 2010.

12/10/2009

Don’t Fall Prey to Identity Thieves over the Holidays

Better Business Bureau warns that the holiday season provides many new opportunities for identity thieves to ply their trade and offers the following advice on how to keep your identity safe and secure both online and off.

12/02/2009

BBB OFFERS TIPS FOR SAFE SHOPPING ONLINE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

11/25/2009

Do Your Homework Before Hiring A Snow Contractor

11/19/2009

Maritime Business Ethics Awards Winners

11/12/2009

BBB Advice on Using Layaway for Holiday Purchases

With layaway experiencing a comeback, your Better Business Bureau offers the following guidance on how to use this old fashioned payment plan in lieu of credit cards.

11/02/2009

Finalists Announced for the 5th Annual Maritime Business Ethics Awards

10/30/2009

Buying Firewood? Are You Getting What You Paid For?

It is that time of year again when the Better Business Bureau serving the Maritime Provinces has noted a sizeable increse in the the number of pre-purchase inquiries concerning firewood vendors.

09/29/2009

Do Your Research Or You Could Be Buying A Stolen Car

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) cloning, which targets used car buyers, is on the rise. The Better Business Bureau advises car buyers to do their research or they could unknowingly purchase a stolen car. VIN cloning is basically a form of vehicle identity theft. It is used by car thieves to sell stolen cars.

09/23/2009

Make the Most of Your Minutes and Avoid Deceptive Prepaid Phone Cards

07/23/2009

Choosing and Buying A Pet

Trying to decide the right pet for you or your family can be a difficult task.

07/21/2009

Top Ten Scams 2009

These are the Top Ten scams identified within the Maritime Provinces.