Family co-op wants you to be its eyes and ears
The Estrie Family Economic Co-operative Association (ACEF) is asking the public to report any telephone or home solicitation quickly. "The collaboration of citizens allowed for quick organization of information campaigns this fall to publicize potential problems related to this type of contract and especially the cancellation period of 10 days. We expect more waves of solicitation and hope that the population develops reflex to inform the ACEF quickly" said Sylvie Bonin, coordinator of ACEF.
ACEF notes that there has been renewed solicitation in the region in recent years to sell various products and services (heat pumps, decontamination services, solar panels, or other). "When selling at home, many people sign under pressure contracts that can be abusive or disadvantageous and regret later," explained Bonin. ”It is very easy to cancel the contract within 10 days. Afterwards, that's another story."
In order to act effectively with the population concerned, ACEF needs to be informed quickly. All Townshippers are invited to communicate with the ACEF as soon as they are solicited by telephone or at home by a merchant. "By informing us quickly, you can make a difference to protect people in your area," insisted Bonin. “You can contact ACEF by phone (819-563-8144), email (info@acefestrie.ca) or via the organization's Facebook page.