The mission of BBB is to be the leader in advancing marketplace trust. To further our objective, we would be pleased to send a member of our professional staff to speak to your organization at no charge! In addition, we also offer the option to host virtual presentations.
We are happy to prepare presentations for:
- Business and civic organizations
- Rotaries and Chambers of Commerce
- Older Adults groups
- High schools
- Colleges
- Adult education classes
- Newcomer organizations
- Religious groups
- Libraries
- and other local organizations
We can present one of our popular topics or prepare something of particular interest to your group that relates to BBB's work. BBB can also distribute free educational brochures pertaining to your topic of interest.
Some of BBB's most popular speaking topics include:
- BBB 101: For over 110 years, the Better Business Bureau has empowered people to find businesses, brands, and charities they can trust. In Alberta, BBB has been a beacon of trust and integrity in the community for over 70 years. Learn all about BBB's history, free services offered to consumers, and businesses and how to use our website and services.
BBB educates consumers and businesses with consumer advice and business tips on a variety of subjects.
- Scams targeting students: As students gain independence in university & college, it may take a while to understand how Canadian organizations and government agencies work and contact residents. When you lack experience and haven't heard of or been exposed to fraud before, it sets up the perfect opportunity for scammers to strike. In this presentation young adults will learn about the top scams affecting students, how scammers target students, provide tips & resources on how to avoid them, and answer any questions.
- Scams targeting seniors: Scams against older adults generate billions of dollars each year for criminals. Older adults are often targets of scam artists because they generally are more trusting of others and perceived to be easier to persuade. Knowledge is the best defense against these crimes. This program will not only teach you how to spot and avoid scams, but also offers resources that you can turn to if you do become a victim.
- Scams targeting Canadians: Scammers will go to great lengths to squeeze event a nickel or dime from you. Leveraging the data we've collected for our annual Canadian Risk Report, will share the top riskiest scams affecting Canadians, how they target consumers, provide tips & resources on to avoid these scams, and answer any questions you may have.
Other popular topics that can be presented or combined with other topics include:
- Consumer advice
- Scams targeting new immigrants
- Scams targeting businesses
- Ethics in business
Additional topics are also available upon request.
Presentations usually last approximately 30-45 minutes and may be followed with a question and answer session. There is no charge for this service.
To arrange a presentation, please submit a request using the form below or by contacting our Marketplace Programs Coordinator, Odeta Doroftei at odeta@calgary.bbb.org today.