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Bell slammed with $10 million fine for false advertising

Bell slammed with $10 million fine for false advertising Created by MG1 on Jun 30, 2011

Bell Mobility had its wrist slapped by the Canadian Competition Bureau a few years ago for claiming to be the most reliable wireless network available, but yesterday they got slammed for something a little more serious. The Bureau has charged Bell for false advertising and fined them the highest penalty they could: $10 million. You might expect some kind of fight or appeal process, but Bell isn’t even disputing the charges, they’re just paying outright and promising to make the changes in their advertising.
So what’s all the fuss about? Bell has been advertising a deal that bundles wireless, broadband home internet, and home TV services for $69.90/month. Once you factor additional fees tucke... »read more

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