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CBC Investigates
Mike Holmes-endorsed reno company says it's closing down, blames CBC News investigation
A home renovation company endorsed by celebrity contractor Mike Holmes said Tuesday it is closing down, blaming CBC News coverage.
Air Canada was ordered to pay a passenger $2,000 for delayed luggage. Instead, it's taking him to court
Air Canada is contesting in court an order by the Canadian Transportation Agency to pay a couple $2,079 for delayed luggage. Critics argue the agency's complaints system needs to change so passengers don’t get dragged into court battles.
CBC Investigates
Mike Holmes posts statement following CBC investigation into reno company he endorsed
TV celebrity contractor Mike Holmes has posted a public statement on Facebook about the importance of electrical safety and investigating contractors which may have done unsafe work.
CBC Investigates
Mike Holmes endorsement ads for renovation company disappear amid CBC News investigation
For years, celebrity contractor Mike Holmes has endorsed AGM Renovations in slick ads. After a CBC News investigation into AGM found the company is being investigated by Ontario's electrical safety regulator following safety violations, those ads have disappeared.
More underweighted meat uncovered as big grocers hit with class action lawsuit
CBC News's investigation into underweighted meat has sparked anger among shoppers who are grappling with high food prices. Meanwhile, big grocers are making efforts to convince customers there’s no reason for alarm.
CBC investigation uncovers grocers overcharging customers by selling underweighted meat
The problem of grocers selling underweighted meat and overcharging customers is prevalent and ongoing, a CBC News investigation has found.
Federal government departments have green light to advertise on TikTok — despite security concerns
Federal government departments are still allowed to advertise on TikTok despite mounting security concerns about the social media app, CBC News has learned.
Walmart, LCBO are the latest retailers to embrace single-use paper bags. Environmentalists are concerned
Several major retailers are offering paper bags to customers after Ottawa banned single-use plastic ones. But environmentalists say paper bags are not a sustainable solution as they're also single-use and leave a sizable carbon footprint.
We're drowning in reusable bags. Are bag profits preventing big grocers from adopting solutions?
To combat the problem of people stockpiling too many reusable bags, environmentalists recommend retailers find solutions. But so far, major retailers haven’t bought in, raising concerns that profits from bag sales are, at least in part, deterring them from taking action.
Amazon rejects plea to stop selling taxi roof signs as cab scam spreads across Canada
To curb a widespread debit card scam, the Canadian Taxi Association has asked Amazon to stop selling generic taxi signs. But the e-commerce giant has declined, saying it's not breaking any laws.