Competition Bureau

Welcome to the Competition Bureau Web site.

Welcome to the Competition Bureau’s Web site. The Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency responsible for the administration and enforcement of the Competition Act, the Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act, the Textile Labelling Act and the Precious Metals Marking Act. It promotes and maintains fair competition so that Canadians can benefit from competitive prices, product choice and quality services. Headed by the Commissioner of Competition, the organization investigates anti-competitive practices and promotes compliance with the laws under its jurisdiction.

The Business section of this Web site helps businesses understand their obligations under Canadian competition law and provides useful information on compliance.

The Consumers section of this Web site helps consumers understand the Bureau’s mandate and its impact on their buying decisions.