Press Releases

Get The Facts On Scams Targeting Businesses by Competition Bureau

People think of criminals as shifty, uneducated, or creepy and they believe they can spot a criminal a mile away.

January 12 , 2009

"Buyer Be Smart" on Online Auctions

Microsoft Corporation takes action against illegal global online sales of high-quality counterfeit

software; reminds consumers to remain vigilant when shopping online

December 4 , 2008

Phishing Attack Uses Better Business Bureau Name To Trap Consumer and Businesses

October 23 , 2008

CCBBB and Microsoft Canada Co. join forces to fight piracy in the marketplace

November 27 , 2007

CCBBB issues security alert re: phishing attack

Attack uses the BBB name and CCBBB Website to Attract Victims

October 5, 2007

Security Alert

The BBB name is being used in another "phishing" scam in which receipents receive

July 31, 2007

Security Alert

The BBB name continues to be used in 'phishing' scams.

May 25, 2007

Attack uses the "BBB" Name to Attract Victims

CCBBB issues Alert for Phishing Attack Targeting Thousands of Businesses and Consumers

February 13, 2007

Protecting Yourself from Hijacked Data

CCBBB issues 12 recommendations for your personal ID protection.

January 26, 2007

"Lenders" Boldly Promise Loans, No Matter What Your Credit History

BBB issues Alert Warning of Surge in Bogus Loan Web Sites.

January 25, 2007

New Year's Resolutions for Consumers

The BBB encourages you to be alert to scam artists.

December 18, 2006

Shop with speed and ease on the internet, but be cyber-savvy!

BBB offers tips for safe shopping online this holiday season.

November 14, 2006

Internet auctions offer great deals... and steals
The Better Business Bureau advises how to bid safely and successfully.
June 13, 2006

BBB warns spring time brings home improvement scams
With warm weather approaching, the Better Business Bureaus in the Canada and U.S. are warning homeowners to be on the lookout for home improvement scams.
April 12, 2006

Invest wisely in 2006
With the start of the New Year, many people will resolve to improve their financial security by taking advantage of investment opportunities. To steer clear of risky ventures, the Better Business Bureau is urging would-be investors to carefully evaluate the investment product or program, its promoters and its sal3es pitch...
January 4, 2006