Consumer Protection Act

Description

Enhances consumer protection through remedies, enforcement tools and tougher penalties intended to discourage unfair practices in the marketplace. The Act simplifies procedures for business, providing clearer standards to ensure a more level playing field.

Updated

May 16, 2024

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Consumer Protection Act

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Title and publication information

Type

Legislation and Regulations

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Publisher / Creator Information

Creator

Government of Alberta

Publisher

King's Printer

Place of Publication

Edmonton

Subject Information

Topic

Business and Industry Laws and Justice

Resource Dates

Date Created

2024-05-16

Date Added

2018-02-23T01:36:06.020073

Date Modified

2024-05-16

Date Issued

2024-05-16

Audience information

General Public Government Legal and Law Enforcement Pofessionals

Language

English (Canadian)

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ISBN (print)

9780779847365

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Licence

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Contact Name

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