With the warmer weather, there can be an increase in door-to-door sales in Saskatchewan, also known as direct selling. With the increase, the Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan is reminding residents of their rights if a door-to-door salesperson comes to their home. 

All door-to-door direct sellers are required to be licensed. They also have a set of specific contract requirements and cancellation rules that must be followed. Residents can find the list of licensed door-to-door sellers on the FCAA411 website. 

Some of the rights the FCAA is reminding Saskatchewan residents of are that all contracts must be in writing unless the sale is for less than $100. All of the contracts must include or be accompanied by a written statement of cancellation rights. The customer has the right to cancel a contract within 10 days, and no reason is needed for the cancellation. The business must also refund all money paid out within 15 days of cancellation.  

The Consumer Protection Division urges that high-pressure direct sellers who appear to target seniors and non-English speaking newcomers be reported to them, as well as those who use unauthorized forms, refuse to issue refunds, or breach any of the other rules. 

In addition to the provincial regulations, there are a number of rules and requirements that may need to be followed within a municipality, such as the purchasing of a permit or business license within the municipality.