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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Reaching for the Grocery Basket – In a wide range of public statements, legislative initiatives and committee hearings, food prices have become public policy priority number one.
What's Another 300 Million Computers Into Landfill? – The planned obsolescence of Windows 10 operating system could result in 300 million computers ending up as waste in landfills, a U.S. consumer group reports.
Amazon Finally Facing U.S. Anti-Trust Action – After four years of study, squabbles and suits, U.S. officials take aim at Amazon’s anti-competitive practices with an antitrust suit. The White House also takes executive action on artificial intelligence.
Competition Act Reform Fast-Tracked – Revisions to Canada’s Competition Act include removing the controversial ‘efficiencies’ defence which suggested bigger is always better in corporate mergers.
Dilip Soman’s Twin Passions – Dilip Soman is Canada’s leading behavioural economist. He teaches, directs the BEAR research centre, leads projects, holds the Canada Research Chair, and writes and edit books.
The Revolving Door – Ontario and Manitoba have new ministers responsible for consumer protection. And a long-time advocate for consumer rights in investing passes away.
A New Report Raises Questions about Buy Now Pay Later Contracts – Current Buy Now Pay Later contracts skirt important elements of consumer protection laws, and policymakers should clarify their rules, a new report from Option consommateurs concludes.
High Rates of High Risks Found in TSSA Inspections – About one-third of regularly scheduled inspections of Ontario ski lifts, amusement parks, fuel and power plant operators show ‘high-risk’ issues that require correction within 14 days, according to TSSA’s annual safety report.
CFPB Funding Likely to Survive Supreme Court Challenge – The U.S. Supreme Court is unmoved by arguments that funding for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is unconstitutional, and Canadian officials find more unsafe window blinds and caffeinated energy drinks.
Consumer Agenda – The federal government announces a public consultation on improving Canada’s supply chains on three responsibilities – critical minerals, transportation and border operations. Plus, Consumers International announces the date and theme of its 2024 World Consumer Rights Day.
And much more.
