Anne Drewa

• Air passenger rights, forced financing and more: Top Consumer Matters stories of 2022

  Consumer Matters has been hard at work in 2022 fighting for British Columbians' rights and holding businesses and officials to account.

  Consumer

  Dec 28, 2022
  
• Own a home? Here’s how to tackle soaring interest rates, monthly mortgage payments

  For Canadians on a fixed rate and up for mortgage renewal, increase interest rates could mean serious sticker shock with higher monthly payments.

  Consumer

  Sep 1, 2022
  
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• From travel vouchers to loyalty points, Consumer Matters fought for British Columbians in 2021

  In 2021, numerous British Columbians turned to Anne Drewa and Consumer Matters for help. Here are the segment's top five stories.

  Consumer

  Dec 30, 2021
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• How to land a cheap flight as travel restrictions relax, and why it pays to be flexible

  While there are traditionally fewer deals around the holiday season for air travel, travel experts say there are ways to save on your next flight if you’re flexible.

  Consumer

  Oct 27, 2021
• B.C. woman’s $30 online order with a 3rd-party seller on Amazon turns into $436 vehicle bill

  “I trusted Amazon that they would back their products, but now I’m cautious with what I buy online,” Jennifer Mannella told Global News, Wednesday. 

  Consumer

  Nov 18, 2020
• Global BC celebrates 60 years: It’s not all work and no play

  We're taking a look at some of those playful moments with a hilarious walk down memory lane.

  Canada

  Oct 27, 2020
• B.C. lawyer says pet insurance not worth the cost

  When it comes to buying pet insurance and dealing with unexpected medical costs, critics argue you are better off self-insuring.

  Mar 7, 2017
• How a B.C. couple saved thousands of dollars on their wedding day

  Megan and Brandon Johannesson saved $10,000 on their wedding day.

  Feb 28, 2017
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• How a Vancouver couple spends $230 a month on food

  A Vancouver couple has found a solution to save hundreds of dollars on their grocery bill every month. Since 2012, Stephanie Williams and Celestian Rince's grocery bill hasn't increased.

  Feb 2, 2017
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• Getting out of a timeshare is about cutting your losses

  Buying into a timeshare in a desirable destination often sounds like a good idea, but many buyers quickly regret their decision after learning of extra costs and reading the fine print.

  Consumer

  Aug 8, 2016