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Official account of Consumer Protection Ontario. Terms of use: . En français : @ConsommateurOnt

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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
2 months
🚨 Don’t fall for fakes! The Government of Ontario will never contact you to ask you for personal, banking, or health information. When in doubt, give us a shout!
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
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Don’t fall for fakes! The Government of Ontario will never contact you to ask for your personal, banking, or health information. When in doubt, give us a shout!
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
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We’re enhancing protections for buyers of new freehold homes and need your feedback. Provide your input by September 16th to help Ontarians make confident and informed choices when buying a new home. Learn more:
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
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If someone at your door claims to be from a utility company, municipality, or government agency, be sure to shut the door! It may be a scam - these organizations will not send salespeople door-to-door.
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Electrical Safety Authority (ESA)
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Summer storms can cause power outages. If you're using a portable generator, follow these safety tips: #SummerStorms #PowerOutages #PortableGenerator #GeneratorSafety #EmergencyPreparedness #HomeSafety #ElectricalSafety
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
11 days
We are aware of an ongoing scam posing as the Ontario Government to collect unpaid parking ticket fines. If you receive this message, DO NOT click the link or provide personal information. Report it to the local police or call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
13 days
Buying a time share? Make sure to ask the right questions in case you must sell like: •Are there any laws affecting resale? •Is there a resale market for it? •Any conditions/ fees that you must pay the time share corporation? To learn more:
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
23 days
Your info is your secret weapon! If you’ve received a strange message from the government, it's likely a scam. The Government of Ontario will never contact you asking for personal, banking, or health information. To learn more;
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
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🚨 Don’t fall for fakes! The Government of Ontario will never contact you to ask you for personal, banking, or health information. When in doubt, give us a shout!
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
27 days
Got #tickets to an upcoming Jays game you would prefer to re-sell on a third-party site? Be sure to disclose: •the face value including an itemized list of fees, service charges & taxes •the seat location of the ticket
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
1 month
Under the Consumer Protection Act, you have the right to cancel or rescind a contract & receive a refund or compensation: •During a cooling-off period •If there has been an unfair business practice •If goods or services are delivered late Learn more:
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
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Be cautious! Scammers may pretend to be from: ·banks ·internet/utility companies ·companies you recognize, like Amazon or Costco Always contact the organization directly before you share any info. Learn more at:
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
1 month
Happy #CanadaDay ! Let’s celebrate safely! Follow barbecue safety: ✓ clean ✓ check ✓ test @TSSAOntario Read more:
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
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If someone at your door claims to be from a utility company, municipality, or government agency, be sure to shut the door! It may be a scam - these organizations will not send salespeople door-to-door.
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
1 month
Got #tickets to an upcoming Jays game you would prefer to re-sell on a third-party site? Be sure to disclose: •the face value including an itemized list of fees, service charges & taxes •the seat location of the ticket
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
2 months
Be proactive and search our Consumer Beware List before doing any business with a company you are unsure of. A 5-minute search can save you a huge headache later.
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
2 months
Gift cards are popular for #FathersDay . In Ontario, retail gift cards don’t have sales tax & don’t expire. Gift cards that do expire are: → mall gift cards → service gift cards, like a spa service → credit card gift cards
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
2 months
Buying a time share? Learn about your rights and always ask questions before you buy a time share or join a vacation club; •Always get legal advice •Don’t rush into a purchase •Research the property To learn more:
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
2 months
Be cautious! Scammers may pretend to be from: ·banks ·internet/utility companies ·companies you recognize, like Amazon or Costco Always contact the organization directly before you share any info. Learn more at:
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@ONconsumer
Consumer Protection Ontario
2 months
Ontario passed the Homeowner Protection Act, 2024 banning consumer Notices of Security Interest (NOSIs) on land titles & deeming currently registered NOSIs expired, ending the exploitation that has targeted seniors & vulnerable residents by their misuse.
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