Publications

Cybersecurity : understanding malware

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Malicious software, also known as malware, is one of the most common cyberattacks. This tip sheet will help Albertans identify and react to possible malware.

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Resolving condominium disputes

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This fact sheet looks at the steps condominium owners can take to resolve disputes with condominium boards, and with condominium managers.

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Minister's office expenses : Service Alberta

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Ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers, their executive assistants and... More ≫

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Ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers, their executive assistants and their administrative support staff, and are reported in the following categories: meals, accommodation and travel; hospitality and working sessions; and goods, supplies and services.

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Verifying tenant information : tips for residential landlords

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Tips for landlords to determine if rental applicants are likely to be responsible tenants.

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Home improvements : what you need to know

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This resource provides information about home renovation contracts as well as specific information about working with prepaid contractors.

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Director's Order: Joshua Frederick Andriet & Jonik Carpentry Ltd

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Director's Order imposed on Joshua Frederick Andriet and Jonik Carpentry Ltd. to cease entering into prepaid contracts with residential consumers until the licensing requirements under section... More ≫

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Director's Order imposed on Joshua Frederick Andriet and Jonik Carpentry Ltd. to cease entering into prepaid contracts with residential consumers until the licensing requirements under section 104(1) of the Consumer Protection Act have been met, to ensure that all prepaid contracts are in writing and include the terms required by the Act and the Prepaid Contracting Business Licensing Regulation, and to ensure that all money is refunded to consumers within 15 days after a prepaid contract is cancelled.

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Charitable fund-raising

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Organizations that ask Albertans to donate to fundraising campaigns or which solicit contributions that will be used for a charitable purpose must follow the rules that are set out in Alberta’s... More ≫

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Organizations that ask Albertans to donate to fundraising campaigns or which solicit contributions that will be used for a charitable purpose must follow the rules that are set out in Alberta’s Charitable Fund-raising Act and regulation. These rules exist to protect potential donors from false and misleading requests for donations.

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Unfair practices : The Consumer Protection Act [2019 to current]

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The Consumer Protection Act protects consumers from unfair business practices before, during or after a consumer transaction. The legislation applies if: the consumer or supplier lives in Alberta;... More ≫

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The Consumer Protection Act protects consumers from unfair business practices before, during or after a consumer transaction. The legislation applies if: the consumer or supplier lives in Alberta; the offer or acceptance is made in or sent from Alberta; the unfair practice is made or received in Alberta and involves a supplier’s representative. An unfair practice may occur even if a consumer transaction was not entered into or concluded

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Buying time shares

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The Time Share and Points-Based Contracts and Business Regulation under the Fair Trading Act sets out the rules for businesses selling time shares. This fact sheet provides information about the... More ≫

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The Time Share and Points-Based Contracts and Business Regulation under the Fair Trading Act sets out the rules for businesses selling time shares. This fact sheet provides information about the regulation and discusses: contract requirements, cancellation rights, buying out of province, and shopping for a time share,

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Electricity and natural gas contracts

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In Alberta, you have options for how you buy natural gas and electricity for your home, farm or small business. You can sign a contract with an independent electricity and natural gas marketer or... More ≫

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In Alberta, you have options for how you buy natural gas and electricity for your home, farm or small business. You can sign a contract with an independent electricity and natural gas marketer or you can choose not to sign a contract and receive energy at a regulated rate. This publication outlines the rules that electricity and natural gas marketers must follow under the Fair Trading Act and the Energy Marketing and Residential Heat Sub-metering Regulation. It also provides information about your rights and responsibilities as a consumer.

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