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Originally Posted by speakingtohe
Would that it was so in Canada
Many dealings with even the Canadian government agencies such as Revenue Canada, Employment insurance, require only a click to truly commit you.
Not sure about the legalities, but would be a monumental task to click first and argue later.
Helen
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We have many online contracts here also, but they are very clear in context - no fine print. You have to tick every box. For instance I registered a new company recently, I did it online, but before it was filed and accepted, I had to fill in and return the written contract that was mailed to me. Until then it was tentative. I can do things like renew my driving or boating licence online, but when the hard copy arrives it includes a "If you did not authorise this..." covering letter. As a part of doing many of these things online you are required to fill in details pertaining to personal data that most others would not know. Many services require you to provide the answers to several questions, plus a code word which must be used before they accept an online or telephone transaction. You are always offered the opportunity to opt out. We have a ten day "Cooling Off Period" by law. You can always change your mind, even on things like signing up for a new phone contract, or purchasing something on credit.