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Make your holiday shopping safe and smart

Gift cards can be the perfect holiday present. Easy to carry, easy to wrap, easy to use. But gift cards, especially those good for buying things online, are becoming the target of gift card thieves. Learn how to protect yourself.


The 2007 Smart Consumer Calendar provides consumers with important tips on how to protect themselves from fraud and scams in the marketplace, as well as a directory of consumer protection resources.  Get one free.

 
Real Estate Fraud

Real estate fraud can take many different forms.  However, there are steps you can take to minimize your chances of being defrauded.  As a homeowner, you should take an active role in protecting your home by protecting yourself from identity theft.   
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News

December 18 - York University provides new home for the Archives of Ontario  Read More...

December 13 - Ontario government passes legislation to strengthen accountability and transparency in public service  Read More...

December 13 - McGuinty government passes bill to strengthen consumer protection  Read More...

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Gerry Phillips, Minister of Government Services
 
 
Current initiatives

Government Services Minister Gerry Phillips recently introduced the Public Service of Ontario Statute Law Amendment Act, which will support and maintain a high standard of integrity for public servants while providing important protections public servants need to deliver high-quality services to Ontarians. Learn more