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How to prepare an accurate bill of sale

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Why is an accurate, compliant bill of sale critical to your business’s success? Not only is it required by law, but it increases transparency and builds trust with consumers. It also serves as a written record to help resolve any kind of dispute. By documenting every detail correctly on the bill of sale, you can … Continued

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Buying a used vehicle? Here’s what you should know

| Consumer bulletins

Considering buying a used vehicle, but not sure where to start? Before you go shopping, visit amvic.org for free, reliable information before and during your purchase. Before: research the vehicle Use the VIN (vehicle identification number) to: During: use AMVIC’s consumer guide Check out AMVIC’s used vehicle consumer guide to walk you through the purchase of … Continued

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Reminder of AMVIC’s inspection process

| Industry bulletins

The Consumer Protection Act gives AMVIC the authority to inspect all licensed automotive businesses in Alberta, including service and repair businesses. The purpose of the inspection is to determine compliance with the Consumer Protection Act and related regulations. This is a reminder that AMVIC inspectors will not be advising the business during an inspection whether Administrative Action … Continued

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AMVIC does not regulate ATVs, motorcycles or off-road vehicles

| Consumer bulletins

AMVIC is Alberta’s automotive industry regulator and has the authority to look into automotive businesses and salespeople for breaches of the legislation that AMVIC enforces. As a reminder, AMVIC can look into consumer complaints involving: There are, however, limitations to what AMVIC regulates in Alberta’s automotive industry. AMVIC does not regulate all terrain vehicles (ATVs), motorcycles or … Continued

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