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Canadian Consumer Handbook
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Author:
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Consumer Measures Committee / Office of Consumer Affairs
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Year:
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2006
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Summary:
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This practical guide to consumers’ rights provides tips, a
checklist of things to watch for and a directory of useful
resources.
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Consumer Debt - Consumer Trends Report
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Author:
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Office of Consumer Affairs, Industry Canada
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Year:
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2005
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Summary:
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The Consumer Trends Report has a two fold purpose. First, it provides a general
overview of past and current economic and marketplace trends of relevance to
consumers. Secondly, the Report points to research gaps and opportunities for
future work by the consumer affairs community.
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Getting Value for Your
Service Fees
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Author:
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Canadian Bankers Association
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Year:
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1999 (revised in 2002)
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Summary:
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In this publication, you will learn how you can keep service
fees down and still get the most value for your dollars.
You’ll find out how choosing the right service plan can
provide added convenience and save you time and money. We have
also answered several frequently asked questions about service
fees, including why they exist and what value you get in return.
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Reality Choices – for 18-30-Year-Old
Consumers
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Author:
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Consumer Measures Committee
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Year:
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2002
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Summary:
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You can find out more about debt, taking charge of your
finances, questions to ask when choosing your future home,
questions to consider before buying, leasing, insuring or
repairing your vehicle, and, finally, how to shop with
satisfaction.
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Stretch Your Dollars – Budgeting Basics (PDF, 0.98
MB) |
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Author:
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Credit Counselling Services of Alberta Inc.
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Year:
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-
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Summary:
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This brochure provides suggestions on how to budget, reduce your
expenses, increase your income and access useful information and
services.
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The Financial Guide for Post-Secondary Students
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Author:
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Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy, Industry Canada
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Year:
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2005
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Summary:
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This guide presents various financial options available to
post-secondary students. The goal is not to tell them what to do
but rather to provide information to help them make decisions
that are right for them and that will make their student life as
enjoyable as possible.
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There’s Something About
Money (website) – for youth
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Author:
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Canadian Bankers Association
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Year:
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-
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Summary:
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This Internet portal is designed to help you learn more about
managing your money, preparing a budget and even paying your
taxes! This portal also offers an overview of Canada’s
financial services system and how you take part in it when
pursuing your own financial goals.
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Trouble With Debts – Creditor Actions, Your
Options (PDF, 494 KB) |
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Author:
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Credit Counselling Services of Alberta Inc.
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Year:
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-
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Summary:
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This brochure explains that if you have agreed to make payments
to a creditor, that creditor can take legal action against you.
It outlines the actions creditors can take and the options you
have for resolving the problem.
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Understanding Your Credit Report and Credit
Score
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Author:
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Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
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Year:
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2005
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Summary:
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This document provides information on how to obtain and
understand your credit report and score, as well as what to do
if you find errors on your credit report.
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