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Licensing and registering your business

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The Government of Alberta licenses or registers businesses under the Fair Trading Act, Charitable Fund-raising Act, Cemeteries Act and the Cooperatives Act. This publication describes what... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta licenses or registers businesses under the Fair Trading Act, Charitable Fund-raising Act, Cemeteries Act and the Cooperatives Act. This publication describes what businesses require a licence, how to apply for a licence or registration, how to conduct a business licence search and the role of corporate registry services, the registration of a business name, and responsibilities of licensees.

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Dealing with door-to-door sales

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Door-to-door salespeople sell everything from encyclopedias and magazines to home improvements. If a contract is signed, negotiated or concluded away from the seller’s usual place of business, it... More ≫

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Door-to-door salespeople sell everything from encyclopedias and magazines to home improvements. If a contract is signed, negotiated or concluded away from the seller’s usual place of business, it is considered a direct sale. This fact sheet lays out the licensing requirements for direct sales, what should be included in a contract, cancellation rights and how to cancel a contract, and warning signs to watch out for when dealing with direct sales.

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