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01/02/2013

Finding A Fitness Club After Making New Year's Resolutions

Losing weight is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions after enjoying tasty holiday treats. If you’re pledging to lose pounds this year by joining a gym, BBB recommends asking some questions before signing on the dotted line.

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)

10/11/2012

BBB Tips to Avoid Car Repair Scams

When your vehicle needs repairs, you don't need a crash course in auto mechanics, but you should know how to find a reliable shop and mechanic. BBB recommends following a few key points to ensure your automobile gets fixed without a glitch.

08/07/2012

Are You Really Buying Taber Corn?

Every late summer and fall, in Alberta, “Taber Corn” is sold from roadside stands. The question often arises...are you buying taber corn. BBB of Central and Northern Alberta offers these tips.

06/06/2012

Father’s Day Shopping

As we look to celebrate this special day, it’s important to know how to spend money wisely on the perfect gift for Dad.

05/15/2012

ABCs of Funeral Planning

A list of ABCs for the hopefully far-distant day when you will have to plan a funeral.

02/16/2012

Consumer Tip - Credit Counseling

The holidays are over, the gifts are unwrapped and the bills are rolling in. Millions of consumers who made purchases in December are now stressed about that spending and looking for ways to reduce their debt quickly. BBB advises consumers to conduct their research when choosing a solution for debt relief.

12/06/2011

BBB Holiday Gift Return Tips

This year, Canadians will spend millions trying to find the perfect gift for their loved ones. But sometimes gifts might not be exactly what the person is looking for. Businesses may not be required to either have or list a refund policy, so BBB reminds consumers to ask before they buy.

11/08/2011

BBB Tip Scams Targeting Veterans

This Remembrance Day, as we honor our soldiers, the BBB warns veterans and their families that scammers may be targeting them.

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.

09/19/2011

Are You Really Buying Taber Corn?

Every late summer and fall, in Alberta, “Taber Corn” is sold from roadside stands. The question often arises...are you buying taber corn. BBB of Central and Northern Alberta offers these tips.

09/07/2011

BBB of Central & Northern Alberta - Monthly Top 10 Complaints & Inquiries (August 2011)

Between August 1 and 31, 2011 BBB of Central and Northern Alberta received the following complaints and inquiries about businesses in the following industries.

07/28/2011

Avoid Unexpected Cell Phone Charges when Travelling

Nowadays, cell phone users are surfing the web, receiving emails and watching movies all on their smartphone with the click of a button from just about anywhere. However, when traveling abroad, many c

07/20/2011

BBB! Now we have an App for that!

The brand-new BBB iPhone App is another way for consumers to use their mobile device to find businesses they can trust.

07/06/2011

BBB Consumer & Business Tip - Purchasing Mobile Apps

If you have a smart phone, android or mobile device, you’ve probably used apps. Easy to download and often free, apps allow you to play games, get directions and access news, weather and other informa


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