Buyer Beware
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Buyers beware the 12 ‘Scams of Christmas’, warns B.C.’s Better Business BureauRequests for payment by wire or e-transfer, through third parties or using prepaid debit or gift cards should be treated as a "red flag," warned the Better Business Bureau.ConsumerDec 13, 2021
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Attempted robberies, assaults prompt Surrey, B.C. police to urge caution to online buyersPolice urge caution after suspects arranged to meet their online buyers in the Guildford neighbourhood, then assaulted them and tried to steal the cash.CrimeDec 9, 2021
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Protecting your personal information and your money when shopping onlineWith more people shopping online during the pandemic, scammers are looking to take advantage.CanadaNov 28, 2020
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Lethbridge family airs WestJet woes after flight cancellation; warns others to be diligent“From my perspective, it's a demand thing that was within their control and so there should be no reason why they can't just refund the money."ConsumerSep 18, 2020
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York Region residents lose thousands in online puppy scam: policePolice said they've received multiple reports from people across York Region who lost money after believing they purchased puppies online.CrimeJun 12, 2020
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Port Hope man scammed out of $500 on Kijiji: policeThe man attempted to buy a truck on the buy-and-sell site and wired a deposit to the supposed seller's Gmail account on Tuesday.CrimeSep 13, 2019
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Alberta introduces new rules to protect against shady ticket practicesNew regulations have been put in place to protect consumers buying tickets to events, festivals and concerts. What are they and how are they working so far?ConsumerSep 11, 2018
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Alberta woman warns about ticket resale sites after big bill for concertAn Alberta woman says she was blindsided after she bought tickets to a concert and they ended up costing much more than she bargained for.ConsumerSep 10, 2018
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Alberta families warn about purchasing puppy from breederRoxie, Pearl, Sparkles. Three names from three different families that all thought they'd purchased the same black pug puppy.ConsumerMar 7, 2017
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Driveway repair offer probably too good to be true: Sask. FCAASaskatchewan's Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority is cautioning homeowners when it comes to unlicenced contractors selling driveway repairs.ConsumerMay 9, 2016
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