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05.04.2022 / 07:57

B.C. non-smoker hit with smoking fee in car rental nightmare

A B.C. woman was hit with a $400 U.S. smoking fee from a car rental company even though she is a non-smoker. Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has more.

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Consumer Matters: Kitimat woman fights to get pandemic travel credits back

Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has the story of a B.C. woman who was shocked when she discovered that her pandemic travel credits had disappeared.

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Consumer Matters: More B.C. seniors taken for thousands of dollars by ‘grandson scam’

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Consumer Matters: More Canadians struggling with debt as pandemic lingers

A new consumer debt report from the Credit Counselling Society reveals two thirds of Canadians have non-mortgage debt with close to 40 per cent owing at least $10,000.

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Consumer Matters: Trying to get a refund from WestJet

One man’s ordeal in trying to get a refund from WestJet, after the airline changed his itinerary to dates that wouldn’t work. Anne Drewa reports.

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Consumer Matters: Beware Amazon Black Friday scam

Bargain seekers will be taking advantage of online deals on Black Friday and unfortunately, scammers will be hard at work impersonating major businesses like Amazon – all to steal your personal information.

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SFU survey: seniors struggled with B.C.’s digital vaccine card rollout

Millions of people have successfully downloaded the BC Vaccine Card but as Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa explains, the findings of a new SFU survey suggest the province didn’t do enough consultation or provide enough support for older adults during the rollout.

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Consumer Matters: Home appliances hit hard by supply chain crisis

Home appliances have been dramatically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing supply chain crisis. Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has more on the problem and when consumers might see some relief.

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Consumer Matters: Airline watchdog concerned about proposed changes to Canada’s air passenger ‘bill of rights’

The COVID collapse of air travel has revealed a gap in the protections offered by what’s known as Canada’s air passenger ‘bill of rights’.

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Consumer Matters: B.C. widower fights Revenue Canada over tax nightmare

Brian Kirkham has been fighting Revenue Canada for years over the agency’s claim he owes more than $139,000. He was getting nowhere until Consumer Matters stepped in. Anne Drewa reports.

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Consumer Matters: Car rental nightmare

You may be renting a vehicle when you hit the road this summer, but do you have the proper insurance? Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has details on why it’s so important to read your policy to avoid a costly mistake.

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Consumer Matters: travel medical insurance coverage post-pandemic

As Canadians start planning international vacations again, travel insurance requirements are changing – including when it comes to who’s eligible for medical coverage. Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has more on why vaccinations matter.

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Experts predict wedding costs will rise post-pandemic

Now that COVID-19 restrictions are easing, many brides and grooms are thinking about heading down the aisle again but some couples may be in for some sticker shock when it comes to planning the big day.

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Dalhousie study shows independent grocers seeing growth during COVID-19 pandemic

As we slowly come out of the pandemic, a new Canadian study reveals independent retailers are popular – with customers committed to supporting locally owned and operated grocery stores. Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has more.

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Parliamentary reports calls for airlines to refund flights halted due to COVID-19

Better protections for the rights of air travellers and immediate refunds for passengers are among the 31 recommendations in a report on the air industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has more.

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Consumer Matters: Making a will 101

It’s a topic many of us avoid talking about but making a will is a critical conversation to have – and it could save your loved ones unnecessary time and stress after you pass away.

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Police warn about cryptocurrency romance scams

Global’s Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has the latest on a police warning about romance scams involving cryptocurrency.

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Consumer Matters: How to avoid bad credit when you can’t pay the bills

Many British Columbians have lost jobs or had their hours of work cut during the COVID-19 pandemic and sometimes, paying the bills can be a challenge. Consumer reporter Anne Drewa has some tips on how to avoid bad credit.

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Consumer Matters: Mother fights Apple over bill racked up by son

Our Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa was called in to help a mother whose son had unknowingly racked up a big bill with Apple, after buying games on his tablet.

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Consumer Matters: How to get your Air Transat refund

Our Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa tells you how you can get your money back for your cancelled Air Transat flight, now that the airline is offering refunds after making a deal with Ottawa.

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B.C. bowling alley strikes out on rent subsidy

A quirk in the government’s rent subsidy program policy is turning out to be a major “strike” against a small business in Chase, B.C.

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Consumer Matters: Tax tips for the time of COVID

As with everything else, the COVID-19 pandemic is changing income tax season this year. Anne Drewa has some advice from the experts on how to get the most out of your return.

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B.C. woman refused travel voucher fights for refund and wins

A Sunwing passenger who refused to accept a voucher for a cancelled pandemic flight has won her battle for a refund, by pursuing a chargeback with her credit card issuer. Our Consumer Matters reporter Anne Drewa has the story.

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B.C. woman shocked to receive counterfeit Amazon order

Consumers are paying the price as counterfeiters exploit the online world and as Anne Drewa reports, a Metro Vancouver woman couldn’t get her money back from Amazon for a fake product until Consumer Matters got involved.

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B.C. woman warns of online shopping with third-party sellers on Amazon

A Vancouver woman has a cautionary tale about her online shopping experience after placing an order with Amazon and purchasing an item from a third-party seller. Anne Drewa reports.

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B.C. woman’s $30 online order with a 3rd-party seller on Amazon turns into $436 vehicle bill

Virtual vehicle vendor scam fuelled by COVID-19 pandemic, warn Better Business Bureau She found one on Amazon from a third-party seller. The product description stated no programming was required.“It said simply swap your existing electronics inside this key shell and install your original key to this key case.

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B.C. family fighting Sunwing Vacations gets refund

A Langley couple whose $16,000 Sunwing Vacations’ trip was cancelled due to COVID-19 has won a full refund after Consumer Matters stepped in to help. Anne Drewa reports.

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Coronavirus fraudster warning

Fraudsters and con artists aren’t taking a break during this world-wide health crisis. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says its seeing new scams connected to COVID-19 every day. Anne Drewa reports.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0