New B.C. laws penalizing predatory business practices now in effect
The amendments require advance renewal notices and free cancellations, while banning high-pressure door-to-door sales and adding new credit-fraud safeguards.
- On Saturday, August 1, 2026, amendments to the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act took effect, introducing stricter regulations on subscription renewals and high-pressure direct sales to enhance consumer protections.
- Attorney General Niki Sharma stated these measures aim to "put consumers back in control" by addressing unclear contract terms and predatory sales tactics that have harmed British Columbians.
- Businesses must notify customers 30 to 60 days before automatic renewals for services exceeding 60 days and allow cancellation at any time without penalty, preventing unexpected charges.
- Consumer Protection BC acting CEO Tayt Winnitoy noted that over 1,200 British Columbians reported uninvited sales issues over the past decade, calling the door-to-door sales ban "also something to celebrate."
- In August 2027, Bill 28 will introduce additional protections against credit-related fraud, providing free monthly credit reports, security alerts, and credit freezes to safeguard consumers' financial information.
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Seller beware: New B.C. laws penalizing predatory business practices now in effect
Under the new rules, companies must give customers time to cancel a subscription without penalty before it's renewed. The door-to-door sale of high-cost products has been banned, and from August 2027, B.C. residents will be able to access their credit scores for free.
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