Matchmaking services : before you sign up

Description

There are many types of dating or matchmaking services. Although no specific requirements under Alberta’s Fair Trading Act for licensing exists, the act provides protection against unfair business practices. As with all service agreements, it’s important to read carefully before signing a contract or making a payment. Read and follow the tips to ensure a positive experience.

Updated

August 15, 2019

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Matchmaking services : before you sign up [August 2019]

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Title and publication information

Type

Fact Sheet

Series Title

Consumer infosheet

Extent

2 pages

Frequency

Irregular

Publisher / Creator Information

Creator

Service Alberta

Publisher

Service Alberta

Place of Publication

Edmonton

Subject Information

Topic

Business and Industry

Resource Dates

Date Created

2017-10-01

Date Added

2017-10-17T17:26:38.008670

Date Modified

2019-08-15

Date Issued

2017-10-01

Audience information

General Public

Language

English (Canadian)

Identifiers

Local Identifier

10/17

Usage / Licence

Usage Considerations

This publication is intended to provide general information only and is not a substitute for legal advice.

Licence

Open Government Licence - Alberta

Contact

Contact Name

Service Alberta

Contact Other

SERVICE ALBERTA CONSUMER CONTACT CENTRE 780-427-4088 in Edmonton or Toll-free in Alberta at 1-877-427-4088

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This publication is intended to provide general information only and is not a substitute for legal advice.

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