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Philip Drost
Verified
Reporter, CBAT-TV (Fredericton, NB)
Toronto
Beats
pop culture
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By Philip Drost Verified| Cost of Living Verified Cost of Living8:13Why customer service ain't what it used to beMarcel Strigberger went through customer service hell after he noticed a strange charge on his credit card. He was billed $1,000 for visiting a hotel in Moose Jaw, Sask., despite having never been there. He spent the next three hours on the phone trying to get the charge removed. "It's the worst," Strigberger, a retired lawyer in Thornhill, Ont., just north of Toronto, told Cost of Living. "You're there, you're all upset.
By Philip Drost Verified| Cost of Living Verified Cost of Living·NewMany older adults rely on someone to help them with online banking. And while most often that person — usually a close family member — is well meaning, experts say it can still be dangerous to share access to that money, and the private information that goes along with it.
By Philip Drost Verified| Cost of Living Verified Cost of Living8:13Why customer service ain't what it used to beMarcel Strigberger went through customer service hell after he noticed a strange charge on his credit card. He was billed $1,000 for visiting a hotel in Moose Jaw, Sask., despite having never been there. He spent the next three hours on the phone trying to get the charge removed. "It's the worst," Strigberger, a retired lawyer in Thornhill, Ont., just north of Toronto, told Cost of Living. "You're there, you're all upset.
Company Info
CBAT-TV (Fredericton, NB)
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), also known as Radio-Canada in French, is Canada's national public broadcaster. Established in 1936, it provides a wide range of broadcasting services across radio, television, and online platforms. The CBC aims to deliver Canadian content and counter the influence of American programming. CBC operates several radio networks, including CBC Radio One and CBC Music, and launched CBC Listen in 2019 to integrate its radio, music, and podcast offerings. Its television services include a variety of programming such as news, dramas, comedies, and documentaries, with a dedicated documentary channel for feature-length films. CBC News is one of the largest news operations in Canada, providing comprehensive news coverage across multiple platforms. The CBC also maintains websites for English and French content, offering access to news and programs. Its content includes documentaries, music channels, and a diverse range of podcasts. As a public service broadcaster funded by the Canadian government, CBC's services are available to the general public across Canada.
Toronto, Canada
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Founded: 1932