Marketplace

We all know single-use plastics can be a disaster for the planet—but what if their so-called "sustainable" alternatives aren't so much better? Marketplace cuts through the greenwashing claims to expose the truth behind paper straws, compostable cups, and compostable plastics. We follow the lifecycle of these products to uncover a troubling truth: big companies have simply swapped one throwaway solution for another, all while keeping us hooked on the myth of guilt-free convenience. The cost? A heavier toll on the environment and on your wallet.

We expose a network of overseas scammers targeting and blackmailing teens, and in some cases, driving them to suicide within hours of falling into a trap known as ‘sextortion'. We create fake social media profiles to investigate the business behind the blackmail.

With the help of a massive data leak from an overseas scam centre, Marketplace, Enquête and a global team of journalists join forces to reveal how Canadians are losing their life savings to sophisticated investment schemes using fake ads on social media.

After investigating customer concerns about AGM Renovations, the company abruptly shut down. Marketplace speaks to customers left in the lurch and travels overseas, searching for the man behind the operation.

An undercover spot check at car dealerships reveals misleading advertising for some of Canada's biggest brands. We reveal how buyers could be charged hundreds of dollars extra, despite the promise of an all-in price.

Marketplace drives into traffic jams plaguing cities across Canada to crown the country's worst commute, as we reveal the true cost of congestion and the solutions that aren't moving anywhere thanks to a lack of political will.

Marketplace investigates Canada's emergency care system in crisis, uncovering rising wait times across the country driving Canadians to walk out of ERs without being seen. The story also exposes the deadly consequences of an overwhelmed system and asks governments what they're doing to fix it.

Why are grocery prices so high? One reason may be property controls, a powerful tool used by big grocers to block competition and control local markets across Canada. We break down how it works, how it affects your wallet and how you can fight back.

Trucking is the lifeline of Canada's economy, and as the country faces a shortage of drivers, Marketplace uncovers shocking details about how some unqualified new recruits are finding their way onto our roads.

We expose an unregulated halal certification system that raises doubts when it comes to how much you can trust what you're being told at some of the most popular restaurants.

Marketplace compares some of Canada's most stolen vehicles to the same make and models sold in the UK and reveals how the same vehicles sold overseas have anti-theft measures that aren't provided in Canadian cars.

From staff training to boarding procedures and the availability of lift equipment, Marketplace puts Air Canada to the test again with the help of Paralympian Brock Richardson and finds there is still a lot of turbulence when it comes to accessible travel.

Revealing how much ginger is really in Canada Dry's Ginger Ale; the "made from real ginger" claim was taken off of American cans after class action lawsuits there.

A father finds his son's tragic story being used to sell a bogus product that claims to remove everything from pesticides to bacteria, including E.coli, from your food. We put that device to the test and discover not only is the product we bought no better than tap water — it's outright dangerous.

Marketplace visits 100 businesses, and counts up where all your tips are going.  In some provinces, it's illegal for companies to pocket tips but we reveal it's happening anyway.

Marketplace reveals the growing number of vet clinics being bought up by corporations across the country and reveals how those takeovers are driving up cost of care across Canada.

Celebrities including Mike Holmes and former CFL player Graeme Bell make the pitch for renovations and custom home builds done right but a long list of customers with home build and reno nightmares shows that even though they make the pitch to trust them, there is little accountability when things go wrong.

Marketplace tracks sale items at popular stores for more than six months, revealing false discounts, and some products that are advertised on big sales days, but are actually cheaper during other times of the year.

Marketplace reveals the investigations have led to change.  From removing unsafe products from store shelves to changing government and company policies, we take viewers on a journey of some of our most memorable and meaningful moments. Reporter: Charlsie Agro

Marketplace investigates the murky world of home heating deals to reveal how consumers who sign up for savings are getting surprises instead, locked into onerous loans that come with broken promises of rebates, energy savings and free service – as calls grow for better consumer protection.

Marketplace investigates how much information you're giving away when playing mobile games, and where that information ends up.  We uncover the methods app developers use to keep kids playing for as long as possible – and expose loopholes in the laws meant to protect children's privacy.

Marketplace uncovers sex-for-rent ads online that target young women. Experts call these arrangements illegal and exploitative. We respond to more than a dozen ads, revealing the disturbing trend and confronting those involved.

Joining forces with top scambusters to take on scammers from around the world, the team cracks into networks of organized crime groups, watching some through their own security cameras, and confronts fraudsters in real time.

We investigate the sustainability claims by some of fashion's biggest brands and revealing why some of your clothing is far from the 'green' solution you've been sold.

Fans tell us they're fed up with the high cost of tickets. The former Ticketmaster CEO says stop complaining. And one insider gives us the inside scoop on how much he makes from reselling.

Marketplace swabs popular surfaces at the gym to reveal how germy they can be, and how to protect yourself.  Plus, after you work out, do you really need to shell out for protein powders?

In the first test of its kind, we reveal the high number of gambling advertisements that come with watching sports and whether current regulations go far enough.

Marketplace puts electric vehicles to the test. Charlsie Agro hits the road to explore issues with range, charging infrastructure and reveals the challenges with repairs.

Investigating a long-term con that combines investment schemes, romance scams and crypto fraud.  We meet those who've lost their life savings and reveal many of the perpetrators are forced to scam.

They require warning labels in Europe, so why does Health Canada allow certain additives in our food?  And, we go shopping to find out whether you're getting a good deal at a popular thrift store.

Employees at Canada's big banks reveal immense pressure to push products and services that customers may not need in order to meet sales targets, or risk losing their jobs.

We investigate CDI College and uncover a pattern of using misleading information to enroll students. We document the questionable claims about accreditation and reveal the real cost of dropping out.

Investigating the sneaky fees added to bills at Canada's biggest tourist spot, gift cards that lose value when you don't use them, and a restaurant with a charge many find distasteful.

We send diamonds to a lab to find out if we're getting a deal, and go undercover to see how far retailers will go to sell you the sparkle.

We investigate the impact the current housing crisis is having on low-income Canadians. Who is getting richer, and who is being shut out with no safe place to call home? Canada's National Housing Agency (CMHC) guidelines state that shelter should not cost more than 30 percent of our incomes. So we put that to the test to find out if we can find safe and affordable housing in some of Canada's biggest cities.

We put dog DNA kits to the test. Plus, we reveal why palm oil is so controversial and how it could be hiding in your everyday products.

We put prices to the test, revealing which products cost more for women and ask companies why; Winnipeg man accused of scamming customers by taking deposits for pools he never delivers.

We reveal seniors at risk of losing their homes after they say they were tricked into high-interest mortgages they did not want and cannot afford.

Lab tests expose toxic chemicals found on new clothes. And how to fight back against overseas fraudsters.

Investigation catches real estate agents breaking the law to keep commissions high, hamper competition and block private sellers.

CBD is found everywhere, from chocolate bars to pet treats, from face masks to moisturizers and bath bombs; and while CBD itself holds real medicinal promise, a Marketplace investigation has found hundreds of illegal CBD products for sale in a thriving Canadian black market. Going undercover, we found products are easily available and salespeople willing to make extravagant and illicit health claims that often ignore or avoid mention of negative interactions. While we look to CBD for its promise as a health remedy, Marketplace has found there's no control over what goes into the illegal black market products - and no legal way to test them.

Secret video exposes where some of your favourite clothing is made, and the truth behind some of those "Made in the USA" labels.

Shocking amounts of sugar in some popular coffee chain drinks, even ones that seem healthier; lab tests show which sparkling water drinks could harm your teeth.

Lab tests reveal which boots are safest on ice, and investigating homeopathic remedies sold at pharmacies

Find out how to get the flood coverage you deserve from insurance companies. And posing as homebuyers and sellers to test what real estate agents reveal about homes in flood zones.

Investigating hidden mark-ups and missed sales on Instacart, plus testing HelloFresh, Chefs Plate, and Goodfood.

Exposing deceptive sales tactics used to suck people into unfair and overpriced HVAC contracts. And insiders reveal the new ways they get you to sign up for other home equipment too.

This week on Marketplace we uncover new details on serious safety violations, abuse and neglect in Ontario long-term care homes before the coronavirus pandemic. Homes broke the law thousands of times with almost no consequences, according to inspection reports. And hidden camera footage from one resident's room documents just how dire the situation is inside some nursing homes.

Hidden camera investigation reveals huge differences in how 6 appraisers determine price of the same home; police warn about trendy pocket breathalyzers; and the truth about.

We test different window tints to see how they could affect a driver's visibility. We also look at bright headlight glare, why it bothers you and what you can do to fix it.

Investigating why leafy green outbreaks are on the rise; Indian police shut down scam centres but now they're back and a whistleblower reveals how the latest phone fraud works.

Inside one of the world's most dangerous Covid-19 conspiracy movements; Canada's food labels fail to disclose added sugar content which makes some packaged foods appear healthier than they are.

We're testing over 300 eggs from 14 different brands to find out which ones are more nutritious. Plus, KN95 and KF94 masks offer greater protection, but we find some potentially counterfeit and dangerous masks for sale. Find out how to spot a fake

Marketplace producers go undercover overseas and pose as recycling brokers to expose the lucrative plastic waste business. We reveal that companies are willing to break the law to buy Canadian plastic and show how some of it is dumped and burned in illegal landfills, where the toxic fumes and run-off is making people sick. Back in Canada, we buy nine tonnes of plastic and secretly track where big companies are taking it. Will it actually get recycled?

Marketplace tackles one of the largest scams targeting Canadians: Fake technicians claiming your home computer or smartphone is compromised — and demanding hundreds or thousands of dollars to fix it. We discover that much of the scamming activity emanates from call centres in India, and after months of cultivating sources on the ground, we get inside. Plus, we ask: What is the RCMP doing to stop this scam for good?

It's easier than ever to check your credit score online but is there a catch? We ask three people to check their scores on Credit Karma, TransUnion, Equifax, and Borrowell. The results might surprise you. Plus, Livia sells a cute device promising to reduce your period pain. But with a hefty price tag, does it work any better than what's currently on the market, for less than half the price? Find out on an all-new Buzzkill.

We test school boards across the country by asking one question: How many students have attacked other students? The majority of schools refused to answer, so we decided to just ask students themselves. We commissioned a national survey asking youth about their experiences with physical and sexual violence, homophobia and racism — from kindergarten to grade 12. This months-long CBC News and Marketplace investigation reveals student-on-student violence in schools is all too common, and drastically underreported.

We rig up a house with hidden cameras to test locksmiths and expose how some companies use unbelievably low prices and fake names, fake addresses, and fake reviews to lure you in. It all plays out on Google maps. What's the tech giant doing to crackdown?

We dive into one of the world's most harmful misinformation campaigns: the anti-vaccination movement. We go undercover to expose the movement's inner workings and discover the business behind the message. We also reveal how the spread of anti-vaxx misinformation impacts us on a subconscious level, and has led to a crisis of outbreaks around the world.

Three cars, three teams wearing hidden cameras, and one car rental company with a long history of complaints and overcharging. Find out how to fight back against extra fees.

Marketplace tests popular skin creams sold in Canada to find out if the ingredients are as toxic as the marketing.

Exposing the Canadian connections behind a global criminal network involved in the biggest cyber-scams: CRA scam, Tech Support scam, SIN scam.

Testing Walmart, Amazon, eBay, AliExpress, and Wish. We buy 100 products - electronics, cosmetics, sports jerseys, and handbags. And we send some products to a lab to test for toxins.

Are your major appliances breaking down faster and more frequently than ever? We investigate why it's so tough for many of us to find an affordable fix. Plus more!

Revealing the dirtiest surfaces on airplanes, and exposing whether 100% compostable labels on your plastic products are really as green as advertised.

How should you be living your life during a pandemic? Infection control expert Dr. Susy Hota told us how to stay safe amid the coronavirus outbreak. We've all heard of stocking up during times of crisis and many of us are doing just that. But are we grabbing the right supplies? We also went shopping with Dr. Samir Sinha, an emergency preparedness expert who volunteers with the American Red Cross.

Inside Taiwan, we see how fast action ensured kids were back in school and businesses stayed open. Plus Asha Tomlinson investigates whether the big grocery chains are doing enough to stop the panic?

Hidden Camera investigation about how the latest way to fix your smile at home is sold to potential patients. Tele-orthodontics are cheaper, no monthly visits, but are they worth it? 

A 15 minute blood test could reveal if you're immune to COVID-19. Should it be available for sale online? Homecare workers lack proper equipment to keep themselves and their clients safe.

Air Miles is the biggest loyalty program in the country. 17 million subscribers. With everyone rushing to cash in their points, Marketplace puts their customer service to the test. We want to find out if Air Miles is blocking your chances of scoring the best deal.

Are you prepared for an emergency?

How to lower your bill

How your doctor's schedule could harm your health