News - Ministry of Consumer Services

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   Ontario Educates Consumers On Smart Shopping Tips
   Ontario is educating consumers on smart shopping tips with the release of the 2010 Smart Consumer Calendar.  
   November 18, 2009 11:30 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
2. Belleville Contractors Get 250 Days in Jail

   Jason and David Hicks, operating as Sunrooms Plus, were sentenced to 130 days and 120 days respectively in Belleville court on November 5, 2009 for violations of Ontario's Consumer Protection Act.

   November 16, 2009 2:00 PM | Ministry of Consumer Services
3. Burlington Car Repair Business Fined $20,000

   Bruce Campbell and Robert Phelan of Mister Transmission on Fairview Street in Burlington have been fined $20,000 as a result of an investigation by Ontario's Ministry of Consumer Services.  The fines were levied in Burlington Provincial Offences Court on November 3, 2009.

   November 9, 2009 4:30 PM | Ministry of Consumer Services
4. Ottawa Renovator Sentenced to 75 Days In Jail
   The Ontario court of Justice has sentenced Hubert Belisle of H.B. Pro-Expert Renovations to 75 days in jail on November 2, 2009 for engaging in unfair practices. The sentence was handed down in relation to an elderly couple who entered into a contract to have home renovations done at their home in Nepean, Ontario.
   November 5, 2009 9:23 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
5. Strengthening Ontario's Wine and Grape Industry
   Ontario wine-drinkers will soon have access to clearer labelling on bottles of wine made of locally grown grapes.
   
   
   October 13, 2009 3:03 PM | Ministry of Consumer Services
6. Ontario Improving Protection For Travel Consumers

   Ontario is taking steps to further protect travellers if a tour operator or travel agent goes out of business.

   July 24, 2009 11:00 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
7. Payday Loan Users Get Stronger Protection
   June 30, 2009 1:00 PM | Ministry of Consumer Services
8. Ontario Protects Payday Loan Users

   Ontario is taking steps to provide additional protection for users of payday loan services.

   March 13, 2009 11:27 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
9. Store Closings On Family Day
   Ontario is reminding residents to get ready to celebrate Family Day with loved ones - and plan ahead to get everything you need to enjoy this special day.
   
   February 9, 2009 2:50 PM | Ministry of Consumer Services
10. Board Recommends Limit On Costs Of Payday Loans
    The Maximum Total Cost of Borrowing Advisory Board has recommended an upper limit to the total cost of borrowing for payday loan agreements in Ontario.
    February 6, 2009 7:28 PM | Ministry of Consumer Services
11. Improving the Upholstered and Stuffed Articles Regulation
    Regulatory and financial requirements for manufacturers of padded undergarments and clothing containing shoulder pads and trimming have been eliminated, thanks to amendments approved by the Ontario government.
    December 24, 2008 11:27 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
12. Giving Gift Cards This Holiday Season
    Gift cards are a convenient and popular gift this holiday season and Ontario has taken important steps to protect consumers by banning expiry dates.
    December 19, 2008 11:21 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
13. Store Closings This Holiday Season
    A reminder as Ontarians get ready for the Holiday Season - plan ahead and get your shopping done early for both Christmas and New Years celebrations.
    December 16, 2008 11:17 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
14. Implementing Propane Safety Recommendations
    The Province has put in place new regulations to improve the safety of Ontario's propane system.
    December 11, 2008 11:07 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services
15. Helping Newcomers Become Smart Consumers
    Ontario is helping newcomers to the province become smart consumers with the release of the 2009 Smart Consumer Calendar.
    November 20, 2008 10:59 AM | Ministry of Consumer Services