In the Spotlight
Planning a "big ticket" purchase?
Naturally you’ll shop around and compare features, but sometimes the best advice is… wait. Save up until you can afford that big purchase. Watch our video "Saving for big ticket items".
Protect Yourself
- Charges, Convictions and Compliance Orders - Find out who's been using unfair business practices
- Search the Consumer Beware Database to learn about individuals and businesses with compliance issues
- Consumer Alert: Snow Removal Scams
- Consumer Alert: Ticket Sales
- Consumer Alert: Payday Loans
- Consumer Alert: Hot Water Heater Rentals
- Consumer Alert: Gift Cards - Sales Taxes
- Consumer Alert: Gift Cards - Store Closings
Tip of the Week - Travel
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Ministry News
January 3, 2012 - The New Year is here and Ontario wants to help you make a smart choice and protect yourself when joining a gym or fitness club.
Five Ways to Be A Smarter Consumer In 2012
December 26, 2011 - Ontario is providing families with five simple tips to help them become smarter consumers, shop wisely and protect their hard-earned money in the New Year.
December 11, 2011 - The holiday season is a time to give, but it is also a time when some people may try to take advantage of the giving spirit.
Consumer Services in Action
- Modernizing the Not-for-Profit Sector
- Delegated Administrative Authority Model Review
- Assessment of Consumer Protection Against Financial Instability in the Travel Industry
- Ontario Propane Safety Review
- Capping Borrowing Costs - A Balanced Approach to Payday Loans in Ontario
- The Cost of Providing Payday Loans in Ontario Report
Meet Minister Margarett Best 
