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11/05/2012

BBB Highlights October Top 10 Complaints and Inquiries

Between September 1 and 30, BBB of Central and Northern Alberta received the most complaints and inquiries about the following industries: (Ranked from highest to lowest)

10/15/2012

BBB Highlights September Top 10 Complaints and Inquiries

Between September 1 and 30, BBB of Central and Northern Alberta received the most complaints and inquiries about the following industries: (Ranked from highest to lowest)

08/07/2012

BBB offers Back to School Shopping Tips

Summer will be over and school will be starting againbefore we know it. Now’s the time to take advantage of annual back to schoolspecials on supplies. Whether you plan to shop at your favorite retail store orlook around your home, BBB recommends sticking to a budget to avoid the commonoverspending on school supplies.

07/20/2012

Don’t fall for door to door security sales deception

Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be careful when answering the door to traveling alarm system salespeople. Every summer, BBB receives complaints from homeowners alleging high pressure sales tactics and promises that were never fulfilled.

06/29/2012

BBB Consumer Guide goes Online

BBB of Central and Northern Alberta is thrilled to once again put our Consumer Guide online. The 2012 guide highlights information about BBB and our Accredited Businesses and helps consumers find companies they can trust.

05/04/2012

BBB Release - BBB and Scam Detector excited about partnership

Scams and scam artists are becoming increasingly sophisticated in how they target consumers. BBB and Amos Studios, developer of the world renowned Scam Detector App, have partnered to provide consumers proactive and reactive resources for fraud prevention.

10/12/2011

BBB wins Myers Award for Operational Excellence

BBB serving Central and Northern Alberta is the winner of the 2011 “Myers Memorial Award” from the Council of Better Business Bureaus. The award was announced during the 2011 Annual Assembly in Seattle, Washington.

09/30/2011

CRTC improves complaints resolution process for Internet traffic management practices

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) issued guidelines on how it will deal with complaints about Internet service providers (ISPs) slowing down certain types of traff

09/27/2011

Don't Get Hooked by a Scam: Use BBB Scam Source

Better Business Bureau introduces its newest online way to avoid fraud: Scam Source.

09/14/2011

BBB Media Release - US judge freezes Alberta marketer’s assets

Over the past three years, thousands of consumers have contacted BBB for help receiving refunds from Edmonton-area internet marketer, Jesse Willms. Back in April, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) br

09/07/2011

Help Your Children Learn to be Smart Consumers - Watch this Biz Kid$ Better Business Bureau Segment

The American Public Broadcasting System (PBS), though its Biz Kid$ program, has produced an excellent video clip, about BBB!

09/06/2011

Help Your Children Learn to be Smart Consumers - Watch this Biz Kid$ Better Business Bureau Segment

The American Public Broadcasting System (PBS), though its Biz Kid$ program, has produced an excellent video clip, about BBB!

08/29/2011

Media Release - BBB Remindes Canadians to Donate Carefully

In the wake of natural disasters, fraudulent charities may appear to try and scam donations from generous Canadians. Canadians need to ensure that not only do their donations go to reputable relief or

08/22/2011

Facebook Releases Official Security Guide

Facebook has released its first official security guide, a long overdue handbook to help the social media giant's half-billion fans understand, recognize and avoid the multitude of scams they face eve

08/22/2011

Build Your Buying Skills

Building your buying skills is an important step to becoming a well-informed and knowledgeable consumer. The information below provides helpful basic buying tips you can use and apply today.


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