Government of Saskatchewan ministries, Crown corporations and organizations are implementing contingency plans to minimize the impacts of postal service disruption.

Les ministères, sociétés d’État et organismes du gouvernement de la Saskatchewan mettent en œuvre des plans d’urgence (en anglais) visant à réduire les répercussions de l’interruption du service des postes.

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Seeking Input on Door-to-Door Sellers

Released on October 29, 2021

The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority (FCAA) is seeking feedback from Saskatchewan businesses and consumers regarding proposed amendments to the laws concerning door-to-door sellers.

The Direct Sellers Act regulates individuals who solicit the purchase of goods and/or services door-to-door or by telephone. 

Key issues for discussion include:

  • Enhanced disclosure for certain transactions;
  • Criminal Record checks;
  • Automatic licence cancellations and suspensions in certain circumstances;
  • Minimum financial security amounts;
  • Identification cards;
  • Changes to when contracts need to be in writing;
  • Contract duration limits;
  • Cancellation of contracts; and
  • Extended cancellation rights.

Responses to the discussion questions must be submitted by December 20, 2021, by email at DSConsultations@gov.sk.ca or by mail:

Direct Selling Consultation
Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority 
Consumer Protection Division 
Suite 601, 1919 Saskatchewan Drive
REGINA SK S4P 4H2

To view the consultation paper visit https://fcaa.gov.sk.ca/regulated-businesses-persons/businesses/directdoor-to-door-sellers/consultations.

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For more information, contact:

Lana Guthrie
Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority
Regina
Phone: 306-787-5567
Email: lana.guthrie2@gov.sk.ca

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