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

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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.

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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) brought charges against Mr Willms and his associates for deceptive marketing and negative billing. This week, a United States judge froze his assets and ordered him to change the way he does business.

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

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

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During the month of July 2011 the following businesses (listed alphabetically by their city/town where they are located) renewed their Accreditation with BBB Serving Central and Northern Alberta and their commitment to trust and reliability in business.

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The following is a list of new BBB Accredited Businesses whose applications have been approved by our Board of Directors from July 1 to 31, 2011.

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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 organizations, but also avoid becoming a victim of fraud.

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With our BBB Priority Placement Program, you can have your business listed in the top of the Google™ search page, above the regular listings.

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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 consumers fail to recognize that their data plan is constantly in use even when they think their phone isn’t. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to either turn off their phone or make the necessary data arrangements with their cell phone provider to avoid thousands of dollars’ worth of data charges while traveling abroad.

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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.

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

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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 information. In 2010 alone, consumers downloaded approximately 11 billion apps. Tablets, smart phones, andoids and mobile devices are taking over the digital market.

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Looking for a way to get in shape? Joining a health club, fitness center, gym or sports club can be a great way to improve your physical condition

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During the month of May, 2011 the following businesses renewed their Accreditation with BBB Serving Central and Northern Alberta.

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The following is a list of new BBB of Central & Northern Alberta Accredited Businesses whose applications have been approved by our Board of Directors from May 1 to 31, 2011.

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Email, purporting to be from Google Support, claims that the recipient will lose his or her Gmail account if he or she does not reply with the account's username and password and other personal information within seven days of receiving the message.

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Last month, FTC filed an action against online marketer, Jesse Willms, who allegedly made over $450 million from consumers worldwide. His companies allegedly lured consumers using “free” or “risk-free” offers and then charged them for products or services they did not agree to.

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Beginning the week of July 4, 2011 BBB of Central and Northern Alberta will be closed on Fridays, until after Labour Day. Regular hours will resume benning the week of September 5, 2011.

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Our online 2011 Consumer Guide is interactive! You can flip through the Consumer Guide, similar to a book. Options include searching by either name or category, emailing the link to others, zooming in and out, adding a note, as well as bookmarking pages. Links, email addresses and display ads are clickable and allows you to further connect with a business.

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