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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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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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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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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During the month of February, 2011 the following businesses renewed their Accreditation with BBB Serving Central and Northern Alberta and their commitment to trust and reliability in business.

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Between February 1 and 28, 2011 BBB of Central and Northern Alberta received the following complaints and inquiries about businesses in the following industries.

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Canada’s Task Force on Financial Literacy has released a report to the federal Minister of Finance, recommending urgent action on a national strategy to strengthen Canadians’ financial literacy.

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Looking for love online or through a traditional dating service may look like an easy way to spice up your social life, but consumers tell the BBB that some services have left them frustrated and disappointed.

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Between January 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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Between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010 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 December, 2010 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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Between Dec 1 and 31, 2010, BBB® of Central and Northern Alberta received the most inquiries and complaints about the following industries: (Ranked from highest to lowest). Also includes a consumer tip about Gym Memberships.

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We've all heard the standard tips about preventing identity theft and credit card fraud. But what would a real identity thief tell you if he had the chance? Dan DeFelippi, who was convicted of credit card fraud and ID theft in 2004, says simply this: You can't be too careful.

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BBB of Central & Northern Alberta Consumer Guide is a booklet which contains a listing of all the BBB Accredited Businesses, along with their phone number. It's full of useful consumer tips and information about your BBB and the services we offer.

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Between December 1 and 31, 2010 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 November, 2010 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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BBB of Central and Northern Alberta has heard from businesses that received phone calls saying “I’m calling from BBB. Can you give me the map coordinates, for your business?”

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With holiday shopping wrapping up, BBB of central and northern Alberta reminds consumers to know their return rights.

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Congratulations to Accredited Business J & JB Auto Ltd for winning the BBB of Central and Northern Alberta’s “90 Seconds to Shine” video contest!

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