Being a Guarantor
Info sheet about being a guarantor (someone who agrees to repay another person's debt), plus information on secured and unsecured debt.
Last Update: 2020
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL): Do you know what you are getting into?
LawNow article about buy now pay later (BNPL) loans, financing or services, including essential information to know and words of caution.
Cost of Credit Disclosure
FAQs and answers about cost of credit disclosures, including what they are, how they are regulated and required information.
PayDay Loans
Info sheet about pay day loans, including information on fees, repayment, cancellation and lender practices.
Last Update: 2020
The Consumer Protection Act
FAQs and answers about consumer laws in Alberta, including about ticket sales, auto businesses, high-cost credit, internet sales contracts, gift cards, pay day loans and direct sales.
Youth Financial & Legal Issues
FAQs and answers for youth about opening a bank account, borrowing money, getting a credit card and more.