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Competition Bureau of Canada

Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau invites comments on its draft guide to compliance with the Competition Act when advertising on the Internet

Ottawa, May 28, 2001 - The Competition Bureau is asking industry stakeholders and other interested parties to comment on its draft version of : Staying 'On-side' When Advertising Online: A Guide to Compliance with the Competition Act When Advertising on the Internet.

The guide sets out the approach the Bureau will take in applying the Competition Act to online advertising. It is designed to help businesses make sure their online representations are in conformity with the Act. The guide is also intended to remind advertisers that the rules of the game for business practices and advertising also apply to online promotional activities, and to clarify the responsibilities of persons who publish representations on the Web.

The consultation will be conducted over a 60-day period. People are asked to e-mail, fax or mail their comments to Julie Tremblay, of the Competition Bureau, by August 28, 2001. Responses will be made public and posted on our Web site unless it is specifically requested that they be kept confidential.

Contact:  Address:
Julie Tremblay
Fax: (819) 953-2557
E-mail: tremblay.julie@cb-bc.gc.ca
Competition Bureau
17th floor, Place du Portage I
50 Victoria St.
Hull, Quebec  K1A 0C9

If you have any general questions or would like information on how best to comply with the Competition Act, please contact the Competition Bureau's Information Centre at (819) 997-4282 or toll-free at 1-800-348-5358.

The Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency which ensures that all Canadians enjoy the benefits of a fair and competitive economy. It oversees the application of the Competition Act, the Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act, the Textile Labelling Act and the Precious Metals Marking Act.

Media Enquiries:

Michel Marquis
Senior Communication Advisor
Communication Branch
(819) 953-4257


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