Consumer Fraud

Making purchases, especially large ones, can leave you feeling vulnerable to dishonest people and practices. Learn how to spot consumer fraud and if you think you've been take advantage of, please report your experience. The resources below will show you how.

Organizations that can help you protect yourself again fraud:

• Consumer Protection BC
• Better Business Bureau

To learn more about spotting fraud, read some of Consumer Protection BC's consumer tips.

• Consumer Help and Tips

Reporting Fraud

If you think a company you’re dealing with is operating illegally or unethically, you can:

• contact Consumer Protection BC to report your concerns;
• file a complaint, with the Better Business Bureau;
• file a complaint with the Motor Vehicle Sales Authority of BC against a licensed motor vehicle dealer; or
• apply to the Travel Assurance Fund if you have paid for travel services that you have not received.