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11/17/2009

Smart Shopping Tips for the Holidays

To protect yourself against debit and credit card frauds, Better Business Bureau would like to offer the following advice this holiday season.

11/12/2009

Beware Of Bogus Olympic Home Rentals, BBB Warns

Better Business Bureau is warning renters to be on the lookout for scammers on Craigslist and other online classifieds when searching for a place to rent for the upcoming Olympics.

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.