We offer a range of informative videos on various topics for Canadian businesses and consumers. Consult them to help you recognize and prevent anti-competitive conduct or to establish effective compliance programs within your own organization.
Our videos are all available on our YouTube channel.
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Wage-fixing agreements |
A wage-fixing agreement is when employers agree to fix, maintain, decrease or control wages. |
Compliance | 2023-06-23 | |
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No-poaching agreements |
A no-poaching agreement is when employers agree to refrain from hiring or soliciting one another’s employees. |
Compliance | 2023-06-23 | |
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Preventing Market Abuse |
Video on preventing market abuse. Part of the Compliance Bootcamp, a series of learning modules to help professionals stay on the right side of the law. Video Transcript of: |
Competition Promotion | 2023-06-05 | |
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Right to Repair — Video #1 — What is Right to Repair? |
Just as consumers have a choice in which product to buy, Right to Repair means consumers also having choices when it comes to repairs. Follow our “Right to Repair” video series on how healthy competition benefits you and the longevity of your purchases. Video Transcript of: |
Competition Promotion | 2022-10-12 | |
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Right to Repair — Video #2 — Why does Right to Repair Matter? |
Healthy competition goes beyond the initial purchase of a product or service – it includes consumers having options on where to go when products need repair. By having more options, consumers can get better quality repairs, more convenient locations or timing, and a better price. Video Transcript of: |
Competition Promotion | 2022-10-12 | |
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Right to Repair — Video #3 — How to Make Right to Repair Work for You |
The Competition Bureau is advocating for your right to repair. As we continue to work with regulators and policymakers on protecting more choices for consumers, here are some tips on what to look for in repair policies for products. Video Transcript of: |
Competition Promotion | 2022-10-12 | |
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Episode 1 - Make Your Mark: At the Store |
Textile Labelling explained. Part of lesson 3 of the Compliance Bootcamp, a series of learning modules to help professionals stay on the right side of the law. Video Transcript of: |
Compliance | 2022-10-06 | |
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Episode 2 - Make Your Mark: At the Department Store |
Textile Labelling explained. Part of lesson 3 of the Compliance Bootcamp, a series of learning modules to help professionals stay on the right side of the law. Video Transcript of: |
Compliance | 2022-10-06 | |
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Episode 3 - Make Your Mark: At the Jeweller |
Precious Metals Markings explained. Part of lesson 3 of the Compliance Bootcamp, a series of learning modules to help professionals stay on the right side of the law. Video Transcript of: |
Compliance | 2022-12-08 | |
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Canada Needs More Competition |
Today, competition matters more than ever. In Canada, a robust competition policy agenda will be critical to rebuilding stronger, more resilient and more inclusive economies from coast to coast to coast. In his message to the Canadian Bar Association Fall Competition Law Virtual Symposium, Commissioner of Competition Matthew Boswell discusses the positive impact of Budget 2021 on Bureau operations and calls for a review of Canada’s Competition ’. |
Canadian Bar Association Competition Law Fall Conference | 2021-10-20 | |
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Episode 1 - Bid-rigging: A harmless cup of coffee |
Video on avoiding bid-rigging. Part of lesson 2 of the Compliance Bootcamp, a series of learning modules to help professionals stay on the right side of the law. Video Transcript of: |
Compliance | 2021-08-19 | |
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Episode 2 - Price-fixing: The fix is out |
Video on avoiding price-fixing. Part of lesson 2 of the Compliance Bootcamp, a series of learning modules to help professionals stay on the right side of the law. Video Transcript of: |
Compliance | 2021-08-19 | |
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Keynote on economic recovery and growth, and antitrust reform | Keynote on Economic Recovery and growth, and antitrust Reform by Amy Klobuchar, Chair of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Competition Policy, Antitrust, and Consumer Rights, at the Competition and Growth Summit 2021. | Competition & Growth Summit | 2021-06-03 | |
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Part 1 of Compliance Bootcamp on Avoiding Deceptive Marketing |
If you own or run a business, or hold a position in compliance, legal, marketing or sales, you should be familiar with the deceptive marketing provisions of the Competition ’. In this short lesson, we explain the important elements of deceptive marketing. This will help you make sure that the marketing and sales activities of your business comply with the law. Once you are done watching this video, you can finish the Bootcamp by completing the quiz in Part 2 of this lesson. This quiz will allow you to test the marketing knowledge you have just gained. Video Transcript of: |
Compliance | 2020-12-04 | |
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Collaborating internationally to protect consumers | As we grapple with the rapid digital expansion, we must cultivate borderless solutions to borderless problems for consumers. This begins with global collaboration through international organizations like Consumers International, which celebrates its 60th anniversary. | International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) | 2020-11-19 | |
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Digital Enforcement Summit 2020 – An invitation from the Commissioner of Competition | The Competition Bureau’s inaugural Digital Enforcement Summit is an opportunity for the Bureau and its international counterparts to share best practices, and explore new tools and strategies for tackling emerging enforcement issues in the digital era. | Digital Enforcement Summit 2020 | 2020-09-16 | |
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ICPEN – Welcome to Canada |
The Competition Bureau assumes the presidency of the International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) for a one-year term. From July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, the Bureau will lead the network of consumer protection and law enforcement authorities from over 65 countries, representing approximately 5 billion consumers worldwide. |
International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) | 2020-06-29 | |
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Canada’s presidency of ICPEN – pandemic challenges |
The Competition Bureau assumes the presidency of the International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021. With the challenges associated with the COVID‑19 pandemic and the rapid rise of the digital economy, working with consumer protection and enforcement agencies from around the globe is more critical than ever. During its presidency, the Bureau will work alongside ICPEN member nations to explore new ways to deter deceptive practices that affect consumers’ worldwide. |
International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) | 2020-06-29 | |
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Canada’s presidency of ICPEN – digital economy |
The Competition Bureau assumes the presidency of the International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021. With our economies more intertwined and digitally focused, consumers are facing new deceptive tactics that are often difficult to detect. This is why we will continue to build on Columbia’s efforts, as per their slogan, in "Guiding consumers in the digital world". Our collective work is far from over in this area, and we need continue our efforts and focus on helping both consumers and ICPEN members reap the benefits of the digital economy. |
International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) | 2020-06-29 | |
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Fair Play | The Bureau is here to help business owners understand the rules that allow them to prosper in a thriving marketplace. Fair Play uses the game of hockey to explain the basic operating assumption of the Bureau: competition is good for both business and consumers. | Videos on the Bureau’s work | 2020-02-28 | |
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Romance Scams | Some scammers may try to lower your defences by appealing to your romantic and compassionate side. They can operate on both legitimate dating sites and fake ones. How can you be sure the person behind the keyboard is a sweetheart, and not a scammer? | Anti-Fraud | 2019-03-26 | |
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Health and Medical Scams | Watch out for seemingly magical cures that offer quick and easy fixes! There are fraudsters out there who will try to take advantage of people’s suffering. They often offer products promoted as easy alternative treatments for serious conditions, or weight loss solutions that promise dramatic results with little to no effort. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Watch this video to learn how to recognize, reject and report health and medical scams! | Anti-Fraud | 2019-03-26 | |
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Emergency Scams | Caring grandparents, don’t act too quickly! Fraudsters may try to take advantage of your feelings for a loved one to rob you of your money. The typical emergency scam starts with a call from someone claiming to be your grandchild or another loved one. But how can you tell if this is a real emergency or a scammer? Watch this video to learn how to recognize, reject and report emergency scams! | Anti-Fraud | 2019-03-26 | |
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Fighting the good fight | On September 27, 2018, Interim Commissioner of Competition Matthew Boswell delivered a speech during the Canadian Bar Association’s Competition Law Fall Conference. He spoke to the Competition Bureau’s recent successes and current objectives to highlight the importance of its work. | Videos on the Bureau’s work | 2018-10-05 | |
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Competition Bureau v. TREB: Greater access to data in residential real estate | In August 2018, the Supreme Court of Canada decided that it would not hear an appeal by the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) in its abuse of dominance case with the Competition Bureau. | Videos on the Bureau’s work | 2018-08-23 | |
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Strengthening competition and innovation in Canada: 2013-2018 | Looking back at the Competition Bureau’s accomplishments under the leadership of Commissioner of Competition John Pecman. | Videos on the Bureau’s work | 2018-05-25 | |
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Restrictive contract clauses: not for my business | Contracts are all about the clauses—get to know them! | Videos on the Bureau’s work | 2018-04-16 | |
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Phishing scams | Phishing is when you get an unsolicited email that claims to be from a legitimate organization, such as financial institutions, businesses or government agencies. Scammers ask you to provide or verify, either via email or by clicking on a web link, personal or financial information, like your credit card number, passwords and social insurance number. | Anti-Fraud | 2018-03-21 | |
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Subscription traps | A subscription trap can trick you by offering "free" or "low-cost" trials of products and services. Once you provide your credit card information to cover shipping costs, you are unknowingly locked into a monthly subscription. Remember, high-pressure sales tactics like a "limited time offer" are often used to rush you into making a decision. | Anti-Fraud | 2018-03-14 | |
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Identity theft scams | Help ensure your identity remains yours alone! Scammers are always on the lookout to collect or reproduce your personal information to commit fraud. Fraudsters use techniques that range from unsophisticated to elaborate. Watch this video to learn how to recognize, reject and report identity theft. | Anti-Fraud | 2018-03-07 | |
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Innovative methods for detecting cartels: Margarida Matos Rosa | Margarida Matos Rosa of the Portuguese Competition Authority speaks about innovative methods for detecting cartels following the International Competition Network Cartel Workshop that took place in October 2017 in Canada. | ICN Cartel Workshop 2017 | 2017-11-30 | |
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Methods and tools for detecting cartels: Marisa Tierno Centella | Marisa Tierno Centella of the European Commission speaks about methods and tools for detecting cartels following the International Competition Network Cartel Workshop that took place in October 2017 in Canada. | ICN Cartel Workshop 2017 | 2017-11-30 | |
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The value of collaboration in cartel investigations: Grant Chamberlain | Grant Chamberlain of the New Zealand Competition Commission speaks about the value of collaboration in cartel investigations following the International Competition Network Cartel Workshop that took place in October 2017 in Canada. | ICN Cartel Workshop 2017 | 2017-11-30 | |
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The role everyone has to play in ensuring compliance with the law: Terry Stechysin | Terry Stechysin of the Competition Bureau of Canada speaks about the role everyone has to play in ensuring compliance with the law following the International Competition Network Cartel Workshop that took place in October 2017 in Canada. | ICN Cartel Workshop 2017 | 2017-11-30 | |
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FinTech as a driver for growth in Canada: Kevin Lynch | Following his opening keynote address at the Bureau’s FinTech workshop (“driving competition and innovation in the financial services sector”) in February 2017; the Honourable Kevin Lynch, former Clerk of the Privy Council, Government of Canada - now Vice Chair of BMO Financial Group – shared his insights on why FinTech is important as a driver for growth in the Canadian economy. | FinTech innovation | 2017-04-24 | |
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The future of FinTech in Canada: Michael Katchen | Following his participation in a panel discussion at the Bureau’s FinTech workshop ("driving competition and innovation in the financial services sector") on the changing (inter)face of the financial services industry, in February 2017; FinTech entrepreneur Michael Katchen shared his insights on the future of FinTech in Canada and the importance of partnership. | FinTech innovation | 2017-04-24 | |
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The potential for FinTech to transform the financial system in Canada: Carolyn A. Wilkins | Following her participation as a moderator at the Bureau’s FinTech workshop ("driving competition and innovation in the financial services sector") in February 2017; the Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada, Carolyn A. Wilkins, shared her insights on the potential for FinTech to transform the financial system in Canada. | FinTech innovation | 2017-04-24 | |
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The global FinTech opportunity for Canada: Robert Atkinson | Robert Atkinson, President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation | FinTech innovation | 2017-04-24 | |
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Investment Scams – A joint presentation | Investment Scams - A joint presentation from the Competition Bureau and the Ontario Securities Commission | Anti-Fraud | 2016-03-31 | |
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Marina Lao: Director of Office of Policy Planning — U.S. Federal Trade Commission | Following her keynote speech, Marina Lao (Director of the Office of Policy Planning, Federal Trade Commission) shared her key take-aways from the morning panel discussions. | Emerging competition issues workshop | 2016-03-01 | |
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Maurice E. Stucke: Professor, University of Tennessee | Following panel session #2, where the regulatory and enforcement landscape for disruptive business models was discussed, Maurice Stucke (Professor of Law, The University of Tennessee) shared his key take-aways from the discussion. | Emerging competition issues workshop | 2016-03-01 | |
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George Addy: Senior partner, Competition & Foreign Investment — Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg | Following panel session #3, where non-price effects in competition assessment were discussed, George Addy (former Commissioner of Competition and Senior Partner, Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg) shared his key take-aways from the discussion. | Emerging competition issues workshop | 2016-03-01 | |
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Service Scams | The Service Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-30 | |
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Bidrigging: Compete legally! | Bid-rigging is a serious crime that eliminates competition among your suppliers, increases your costs, and harms your ability to compete. Whether this occurs on government projects or in the private sector, these increased costs are ultimately passed on to the public. | Cartels | 2015-03-25 | |
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Cartels: What you don’t know can hurt you | A cartel is a formal or informal group of otherwise independent businesses whose concerted goal is to lessen or prevent competition among its participants. Typically, cartel members enter into an agreement or arrangement to engage in one or more anti-competitive activities, such as to fix prices, allocate markets or customers, limit production or supply, or rig bids. | Cartels | 2015-03-25 | |
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AntiCartel Day 2015 | Anti-cartel Day is our way of raising awareness about the negative impact that cartels have on consumers and businesses, and encouraging everyone to work together to strengthen the Canadian economy. | Cartels | 2015-03-24 | |
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Charity Scams | One of a series of animated video published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-24 | |
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Dating and Romance Scams | The Dating and Romance Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-20 | |
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Emergency Scams | The Emergency Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-17 | |
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Health and Medical Scams | The Health and Medical Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-13 | |
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Money Transfer Request Scams | The Money Transfer Request Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-09 | |
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Pyramid Schemes | The Pyramid Schemes video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-06 | |
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Lotteries, Sweepstakes and Contests | The Lotteries, Sweepstakes and Contests Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2015-03-02 | |
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Welcome to the Competition Bureau! | The Competition Bureau, as an independent law enforcement agency, ensures that Canadian businesses and consumers prosper in a competitive and innovative marketplace. | Videos on the Bureau’s work | 2014-06-13 | |
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Promoting Corporate Compliance | The Bureau has prepared helpful materials to assist businesses and trade associations in recognizing and preventing anti-competitive conduct, and to encourage companies to establish compliance programs within their organizations. | Videos on the Bureau’s work | 2014-03-24 | |
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Small Business Scams | The Small Business Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2014-03-24 | |
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Job and Employment Scams | The Job and Employment Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2014-03-18 | |
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Internet Scams | The Internet Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2014-03-11 | |
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Mobile Phone Scams | The Mobile Phone Scams video is part of a series published by the Competition Bureau, which profiles some of the most common types of scams featured in The Little Black Book of Scams. Subscribe to view these and other upcoming videos. | Anti-Fraud | 2014-03-06 |