Dealing with massive rent increase

An Edmonton woman is facing a huge rent increase, and she took her problem to CTV's Laura Lowe, because she figured it wasn't legal.

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Consumerwatch: CFL bulbs

CTV's Karen Rocznik looks at the safety of CFL light bulbs after some have been discovered to smoke and burst into flames.

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Bogus Facebook contest sparks warning

The Better Business Bureau is warning about a local contest that's leaving its winners feeling very disappointed – and without their prize.

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Scammers posed as jewelry sellers target seniors

Vancouver Police are warning about a new scam where thieves target seniors’ jewelry while posed as jewelry sellers.

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Consumer Alert: Trades the best employment bet?

Young people have stayed away from the trades in the past, but now there are plenty of jobs available. Pat Foran investigates.

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Online scam

A man’s laptop was ripped off after he met the sellers to exchange it for cash. Bridget Brown has more.

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Consumer Alert: Are touchscreen repairs worth it?

Canadians love touchscreen technology, but these devices can easily crack or break or crack. Pat Foran on the growing repair industry.

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Buy wisely when it comes to organic

With no testing in place to ensure organic food in Canada is what it claims, consumers must do their homework to protect themselves.

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Worry when developer goes under

An Alberta developer is under creditor protection, and CTV's Laura Lowe investigated the case.

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