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11/03/2009

Online scammers now infecting flu season, BBB warns

Everything from supposed flu vaccines to health pandemic defense kits are being peddled online, and BBB advises consumers to contact health care professionals, rather than going online.

10/27/2009

Boo! Scareware Attacks on the Rise; BBB advice on how to protect your computer

Scareware Attacks on the Rise; BBB advice on how to protect your computer.

10/22/2009

Consumer Tip - Selecting a Pest Management Company

Discovering that your house harbors insects or other pests usually elicits a strong reaction. If your response is to seek the immediate services of a pest control company, the BBB recommends taking time to select a reputable professional.

10/16/2009

BBB Announces Torch Award Recipients

The annual Better Business Bureau Torch Awards, held on October 15, had two organizations receive awards for their good ethics and their support of BC farmers.

10/13/2009

Business Scams on the Rise

Unauthorized Invoices and unordered merchandise are showing up at places of business across British Columbia due to some misleading telemarketing tactics. Better Business Bureau would like to advise businesses that they need a trained and prepared staff for handling these slick sellers.

10/07/2009

BBB Announces Torch Award Recipients

This year Better Business Bureau recognizes an organization that promotes local BC farmers and two muckracking journalists at its annual Torch Awards luncheon.

09/21/2009

Don’t get burned by furnace fraud

Better Business Bureau warns about misleading door-to-door heating contractors.

09/03/2009

BBB Warning on Three Scams Targeting Job Hunters

The economy may be showing signs of recovery, but it is still challenging to find work in BC. Better Business Bureau is concerned that those out-of-work are also becoming targets of scammers looking to take advantage of those who are already facing a tough financial situation, warns the Better Business Bureau.

08/28/2009

Rental scam targets students

Better Business Bureau would like to warn post-secondary students about rental scams while looking for a place to live before school starts.

08/24/2009

Top 5 Back to School Tips for Students

It is that back-to-school time and Consumer Protection BC and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) remind “back-to-schoolers” that it pays to be a smart consumer.

08/20/2009

BBB Advice on How to Respond to Online Customer Complaints

When customers go online to voice their unhappiness your Better Business Bureau says it is necessary to respond to complaints if a company wants to keep a reputation for great customer service.

08/14/2009

Acne product’s “free” trial causes another rash of complaints

For a second consecutive summer consumers are filing complaints against Striaex, a BC-based online acne product that has a free trial promotion that has some consumers having challenges.

07/22/2009

Kelowna wildfires give opportunity for fraud

The Kelowna wildfires are disasters which can lead to opportunities for fraud says Better Business Bureau serving Mainland BC.

07/20/2009

BBB Warns Against Three Common Check Scams

Better Business Bureau warns against three common check scams and offers advice on the red flags to look out for.

07/15/2009

The not-so shocking truth: Bogus power-savers target BC South Asians