http://mbc.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=164&id=a0799eac-de62-4312-a1fb-741810ffd6a6&debug=False 10 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMT Better Business Bureau would like to warn post-secondary students about rental scams while looking for a place to live before school starts. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/rental-scam-targets-students-12204 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT This year Better Business Bureau recognizes an organization that promotes local BC farmers and two muckracking journalists at its annual Torch Awards luncheon. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/bbb-announces-torch-award-recipients-12876 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/bbb-announces-torch-award-recipients-13045 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/consumer-tip-selecting-a-pest-management-company--13133 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT 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. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/bbb-warning-on-three-scams-targeting-job-hunters--12274 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Scareware Attacks on the Rise; BBB advice on how to protect your computer. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/boo-scareware-attacks-on-the-rise-bbb-advice-on-how-to-protect-your-computer-13190 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT 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. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/online-scammers-now-infecting-flu-season-bbb-warns-13384 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT 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. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/beware-of-bogus-olympic-home-rentals-bbb-warns--13535 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT To protect yourself against debit and credit card frauds, Better Business Bureau would like to offer the following advice this holiday season. http://mbc.bbb.org/article/smart-shopping-tips-for-the-holidays-13605