Where to Get Help for Consumer Law Essentials

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Here are options for further information and assistance with consumer problems.

Access Pro Bono Volunteer lawyers provide free legal advice to qualifying persons who cannot obtain legal aid or afford a lawyer. Phone: 604-878-7400 (Greater Vancouver)

Toll-free: 1-877-762-6664
www.accessprobono.ca

Better Business Bureau of Mainland British Columbia A non-profit organization that assists people in the Lower Mainland and interior BC in finding businesses they can trust. Toll-free: 1-888-803-1222

Email: contactus@mbc.bbb.org
www.mbc.bbb.org

Better Business Bureau of Vancouver Island A non-profit organization that assists people on Vancouver Island in finding businesses they can trust. Toll-free: 1-877-826-4222

Email: info@vi.bbb.org
www.vi.bbb.org

Competition Bureau A federal agency that helps consumers make informed purchasing decisions. They help combat deceptive selling practices and scams.   Phone toll-free: 1-800-348-5358

Toll-free TTY: 1-800-642-3844 (for hearing-impaired only)
www.competitionbureau.gc.ca

Consumer Protection BC A non-profit organization that helps protect consumers in BC. They provide assistance and investigate complaints relating to certain types of consumer problems and contracts. Toll-free: 1-888-564-9963

Email: info@consumerprotectionbc.ca
www.consumerprotectionbc.ca

Lawyer Referral The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch offers referrals to lawyers who can provide a half-hour consultation for $25. Lower Mainland: 604-687-3221

Toll-free: 1-800-663-1919
Email: lawyerreferral@cbabc.org
www.cbabc.org



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