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Complaints for Telecom-Television Services FAQ

Commission for Complaints for Telecom-Television Services (CCTS)
The CCTS helps resolve customer complaints about telecommunications and TV services. This page of frequently asked questions tells you when and how you can submit a complaint about your service provider to the CCTS. The website has an online complaint form.
Last reviewed January 2026
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The Little Black Book of Scams

Competition Bureau Canada
This easy-to-read guide describes several scams and how to protect yourself. In addition to explaining some common myths and golden rules, it also details what to do if you get scammed and how to get help.
Last reviewed January 2026
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Debt Collection

Consumer Protection BC
Consumer Protection BC regulates the debt collection and repayment industry. The website offers information on your rights and obligations around debt-collection practices. Includes links on how to dispute a debt, request communication in writing only, or notify a collection agency that you are not the debtor.
Last reviewed January 2026
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Consumer Protection BC

Consumer Protection BC
Consumer Protection BC regulates a variety of industries and specific consumer transactions in the province. They license and inspect regulated businesses, respond to consumer inquiries, investigate alleged violations of consumer protection laws, and classify general-release motion pictures.
Last reviewed January 2026
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Online Complaint Form for Consumers

Commission for Complaints for Telecom-Television Services (CCTS)
The CCTS helps resolve customer complaints about telecommunications and TV services. If you can’t resolve a complaint with your service provider, use this form to submit your complaint online.
Last reviewed January 2026
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Payday Loans

Consumer Protection BC
Consumer Protection BC licenses and regulates the payday lending sector in BC. The website tells you your rights and obligations involving payday loans, and includes information on what you can do if you have a problem or complaint about a payday lender.
Last reviewed January 2026
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Taxes and Benefits for Indigenous Peoples

Canada Revenue Agency
This website has information about tax benefits and requirements that apply to Indigenous peoples. Indigenous peoples are subject to the same tax rules as other Canadian residents unless their income is eligible for the tax exemption under section 87 of the Indian Act.
Last reviewed January 2026
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Taxes When You Retire or Turn 65 Years Old

Canada Revenue Agency
Provides tax information that may affect you when you retire, including the types of income you might receive, as well as deductions and credits you can claim.
Last reviewed January 2026
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Report a Concern about Real Estate and Financial Services

BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA)
The BCFSA regulates real estate services, mortgage brokers, credit unions, insurance companies, trust companies, and pension plans. This page explains how to file a complaint and what to do if your complaint falls outside of BCFSA’s mandate.
Last reviewed January 2026
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When I’m 64: Services for Older Adults

People’s Law School
This resource explains the services available to help older adults make informed decisions and lead a healthy life as they age. It covers health care, housing, transportation, and recreation services in BC.
Last reviewed January 2026