Port Hope man scammed out of $500 on Kijiji: police
The 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. Continue reading
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COMMENTARY: Amazon turns 25. Here’s how it changed the world
Amazon started as an online bookstore, but founder, Jeff Bezos, set his sights on making it an “everything store.” Continue reading
Love online shopping? Here’s how it could be hurting the environment
Toothpaste delivered in two days is convenient, but not so great for the environment. Continue reading
Westmount’s Victoria Village in trouble as one store after another closes
Storefronts in Westmount’s Victoria Village keep closing, as one real estate giant buys up much of the area and hikes rents. Merchants say they can’t afford to operate in the area, and many are concerned for the future. Continue reading
‘It’s the end of an era’: Long-standing Kingston hobby store switches to online
Tony and Mike Daicar started their business as youthful 20-somethings in 1994. Now, this coming summer, they’ll be closing their doors for good. Continue reading
Rural Alberta online shopper questions Hudson’s Bay policy to not ship to post office boxes
By Tomasia DaSilva Reporter
Rural online shopper questions Hudson’s Bay policy on shipping to PO Boxes. Continue reading
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Quebec bricks-and-mortar retailers try to stay relevant in online shopping era
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
While traditional shopping still dominates retail sales, online shopping in Canada continues to surge — and Quebec’s bricks-and-mortar retailers are trying to adapt. Continue reading
You’re a mean one, Mr. Scammer: Avoid getting tricked this holiday season
The Better Business Bureau is warning the public about scammers looking to take advantage of the holiday season with tricks like fake websites and fake shipping notifications. Continue reading
Buyer beware: Bill for Winnipeg grocery delivery $80 higher than pick-up
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
A Winnipeg woman is urging online shoppers to be cautious when opting for their groceries to be delivered, saying her bill was $80 higher than she expected. Continue reading
Canada Post parcel delays may impact Christmas gifts in Saskatchewan
By Allison Bamford Digital Broadcast Journalist
Even though Canada Post’s parcel backlog is more evident in Toronto and Vancouver centres it may still make its way to Saskatchewan. Continue reading