BBB Mainland BC: In the news

Part of our role as your local Better Business Bureau is to share tips on how both consumers and businesses can help support a marketplace of trust. Scroll through to see some of our recent media segments.

Spotting fake job offers: how to protect yourself online

Our BBB Director of Marketing, Neesha Hothi joined Global News to explain the hallmarks of fraudulent job listings and share advice on validating offers before applying or sharing personal info.

Protecting older adults from scams

In this feature, BBB President & CEO Simone Lis joined CTV Morning News to address the unique tactics scammers use to target older adults and outlines steps seniors and their loved ones can take to stay protected.

Back-to-School photo safety tips

BBB Director of Marketing joined CTV Morning to talk about safe photo-sharing practices for back-to-school season, helping families know what to post, and what to keep private.

Wildfire-related scams

With wildfire season in full swing, BBB CEO & President Simone Lis discusses with CTV how scammers exploit emergency situations and how people can safeguard their money and personal information.

Scams targeting new graduates

BBB CEO & President Simone Lis joins CTV Morning to highlight the scams that frequently target new grads and share practical steps young professionals can take to protect themselves early in their careers.

Most common scams of 2024

In this segment, BBB & President CEO Simone Lis sits down with CTV Morning to break down the top scams seen in 2024 and what Canadians should watch out for to stay safe.