News - Consumer

The chair of the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Pig Code Development Committee says consumers are becoming more aware of how their food is produced and want assurances it’s done in a safe and humane manner.

An agricultural economist with the University of Missouri says demand will play a key role in the profitability of pork producers throughout 2014.

Proposed legislation would help ensure Manitobans would be treated more fairly by holding businesses accountable for unfair practices such as false statements and pressure sales tactics.

Manitoban families will have more information about the nutrition contents of restaurant meals and be able to make healthier choices under the new Informed Dining program.

The provincial government is putting in place news rules on July 1 to protect Manitoba families against unauthorized repairs, repairs costing more than the estimate, the use of refurbished parts without the consumer’s knowledge and repairs that do not last.

The Manitoba government will ensure greater fairness for families with new protections against false and misleading advertising on cars, and will require dealers to use all-in pricing.

A new law taking effect Sept. 15 will ensure families are better equipped to make informed decisions before, during and after signing a cell phone contract.

The National Pork Producers Council warns consumers can expect to pay more for pork as a result of plans announced by several food service companies and retailers to phase out the purchase of pork from suppliers who use gestation stalls.

The Government of Canada announced that increased personal exemption limits for Canadian consumers are now in effect.

Manitoba celebrated its first Consumer Rights on March 15, recognizing the importance of protecting consumers and ensuring the rules governing consumer transactions are fair and reasonable.