Other Resources
Link |
Description |
Canadian Consumer Handbook |
The Handbook is a source of consumer information. It was created and is updated by the Consumer Measures Committee, a joint committee of federal, provincial and territorial governments. The objective of the Handbook is to help Canadian consumers become better-informed and more confident. |
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre |
Formerly “Project Phonebusters”, the CAFC is the federal government’s central repository for data, intelligence and resource material as it relates to fraud. |
Consumer Product Safety |
This Health Canada site provides information on the health risks and safety hazards associated with the many consumer products. |
Consumer Information
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This site helps consumers find information on consumer issues. |
Complaint Roadmap |
This is a handy information tool which helps you complain more effectively and directs you to the right complaint handling body when dealing with businesses, service providers, and retailers. |
Competition Bureau |
The Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency of the federal government intended to ensure that Canadian businesses and consumers prosper in a competitive and innovative marketplace. |
Little Black Book of Scams |
The intent of this book is to increase your awareness of the vast array of scams that target Canadians and to share with you some easy steps you can take to protect yourself. |
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Scams and Fraud |
The RCMP is the Canadian national police service. This page provides information on:
- Identity Theft and Identity Fraud
- Payment Card Fraud
- Mail Fraud / Phishing
- Mass Marketing
- Internet-related Fraud
- Investment and Securities Fraud
- Counterfeit
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Canadian Identity Theft Support Centre |
Have you becoming the victim of identity theft? The Canadian Identity Theft Support Centre may be able to help. |
Federal, Provincial and Territorial Consumer Affairs Offices |
A list of consumer offices in other jurisdictions across Canada. |
Better Business Bureaus |
A list of Better Business Bureaus across Canada. |
Other Consumer Groups |
A list of non-government consumer groups across Canada. |