Consumer
What to Check Before Buying a Used Car in Alberta
Buying a used car can save thousands of dollars, but it comes with risks that new-car purchases do not. Consumer...
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Alberta
Smith Government Battles Alberta Auto Insurance Industry Over Reform Plans
Premier Smith's government maintains pressure on Alberta auto insurers over reform plans despite industry resistance to...
Technology
How FullVIN.com Became Canada's Fastest-Growing Vehicle History Platform
Canadian-owned FullVIN.com has quietly become one of North America's fastest-growing vehicle history platforms,...
Consumer
Alberta's Electricity Market Deregulation Under Fire After Price Spikes
Consumers face bills doubling overnight as wholesale electricity prices surge during cold snap.
Alberta
Alberta Escalates Carbon Tax Fight as Federal Consumer Carbon Price Rises
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has escalated the province’s opposition to the federal consumer carbon tax following...
Alberta
Alberta RCMP Warn of Sophisticated Used Car Fraud Ring Operating Across Province
Alberta RCMP have dismantled a sophisticated used car fraud ring that sold at least 120 vehicles with rolled-back...
Consumer
Grocery Chain Price-Fixing Investigation Expands to Include Alberta Stores
Competition Bureau probes coordinated pricing among major retailers as families struggle with food costs.
Alberta
Alberta Expands Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection Program for Used Car Buyers
Alberta’s Motor Vehicle Industry Council has launched an expanded pre-purchase inspection program that gives used car...
Alberta
Alberta Consumers Urged to Check Vehicle History After Surge in Undisclosed Recall Repairs
A new analysis of Transport Canada data reveals that tens of thousands of vehicles subject to safety recalls in Alberta...
Business
Inflation Hits 40-Year High as Calgary Families Struggle With Cost of Living
Consumer prices up 8.1 per cent year-over-year with food, gas, and housing driving the surge.
Technology
Consumer Warning: HandJet Printer Ads Are a Scam
WestNet News warns consumers about fraudulent Facebook and Instagram ads selling fake HandJet printers to steal credit...
Business
Woman Finds Rat Sewn Into Zara Dress
New York woman discovers dead rodent sewn into Zara dress, files negligence lawsuit against the fast-fashion retailer.
Community
Petition to Stop Products from Occupied Territories
Local petition launched targeting SodaStream product sales from occupied territories, listing Calgary and Edmonton...
Canada
How Safe Are You at a Mexican Resort?
Investigative security analysis of Mexican resorts examines safety measures including locks, cameras, and staff...
Business
Safeway Customers Being Ripped Off By Weight In Water In Meat
Canada Safeway customers have been complaining they are paying for nearly half a kilogram of ice when purchasing frozen...