OTTAWA, March 21, 2012 -- As part of Fraud Prevention Month, the Competition Bureau is launching The Little Black Book of Scams, a compact and easy to use reference guide filled with information Canadians can use to prote...

Use of "Fake News Websites"

OTTAWA, March 19, 2012 -- During Fraud Prevention Month, the Competition Bureau is advising Canadians to be watchful of advertisements on the Internet that appear to be...

Ottawa, March 13, 2012 -- Scams targeting businesses and not-for-profit organizations often succeed because victims think they are dealing with a reputable business.

OTTAWA, March 07, 2012 -- Scams come in many forms and knowing how to recognize them will help build consumer confidence in the marketplace.

With Fraud Prevention Month underway, the Competition Bureau would like to remind...

OTTAWA, July 28, 2011 -- The Competition Bureau announced today that it has taken action against five companies and three individuals to ban a deceptive marketing scheme targeting businesses across Canada. The Bureau is seeking an...

Consumer Advisory

OTTAWA, March 15, 2011 -- Today is World Consumer Rights Day. On this occasion, and as part of Fraud Prevention Month, Deputy Commissioner of Competition Lisa Campbell will be sp...

OTTAWA, March 1, 2011 -- The Competition Bureau announces today its participation in Fraud Prevention Month, which this year focuses on the growing problem of online fraud. Fraud Prevention Month is an annual education and awarene...