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Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« on: November 12, 2008, 07:22:39 am »
After registering for the national do-not-call list I started getting calls. The call came in on my cell display as "000-000-0000".

There was a recorded message with music playing in the background...No company name or identity. I was afraid to push any buttons to follow through to find out in case they bil me for something.

"You can win two boarding passess to the caribean..all you have to do is answer a few questions using your buttons on the phone...this is a poll for market research!"

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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call lis
« Reply #1 on: November 12, 2008, 07:48:59 am »
They have called here a few times. 

Once, I followed though to talk to a live person, but I so livid that he hung up on me.  I don't think they are following the CRTC rules in terms of providing the company name, a contact number and they called after 9 pm. 

I tried to fill out CRTC's form online, but the link was broken, so my info was lost.
I didn't get all the company info, so it was vague at best.
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #2 on: November 12, 2008, 08:16:03 am »
It may not stop calls by those companies that don't abide by the legislation, but I have seen a drastic drop in calls since registering
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #3 on: November 12, 2008, 08:20:16 am »
Quote from: carburator on November 12, 2008, 07:22:39 am
After registering for the national do-not-call list I started getting calls. The call came in on my cell display as "000-000-0000".

There was a recorded message with music playing in the background...

"You can win two boarding passess to the caribean..all you have to do is answer a few questions using your buttons on the phone...this is a poll for market research!"


::)
000000000 is from the States or overseas. I have been getting that call for months
Canadian laws cannot stop call from outside the country
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #4 on: November 12, 2008, 08:59:00 am »
Same here.  I keep getting calls from the 000 000 0000 and 121 212 1212.  Its always pre recorded and some woman named Mimi.  If you press the # sign 6 times it supposedly jams the system and it has to be reset.... but I'm skeptical about that.  Signed onto the DNC list about a month ago.
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #5 on: November 12, 2008, 09:02:19 am »
I don't understand why the OP needed to start a brand new thread for the exact same topic that the OP already started. Can we not close this one?

And to the OP.....GET OVER IT AND MOVE ON IN YOUR LIFE!
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #6 on: November 12, 2008, 09:21:22 am »
Quote from: quadzilla on November 12, 2008, 09:02:19 am
I don't understand why the OP needed to start a brand new thread for the exact same topic that the OP already started. Can we not close this one?

The first one got locked because he was being rather unpleasant.  Should just be a matter of time in this one.  If it happens again, I will strongly suggest a ban.
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #7 on: November 12, 2008, 10:21:44 am »
Quote from: Brigitte on November 12, 2008, 09:21:22 am
Quote from: quadzilla on November 12, 2008, 09:02:19 am
I don't understand why the OP needed to start a brand new thread for the exact same topic that the OP already started. Can we not close this one?

The first one got locked because he was being rather unpleasant.  Should just be a matter of time in this one.  If it happens again, I will strongly suggest a ban.


Pretty self ritcheous aren't you  high heels?  The last thread got about 1300 views so it was pretty interesting to most people if not to you. So STFU if you aren't interested i this thread. Bans don't do anything. Case in point, the do-not-call list. Hope you have a wonderful dayheels!
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #8 on: November 12, 2008, 10:26:43 am »
I think I'd prefer  Mr meow back.
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #9 on: November 12, 2008, 10:28:07 am »
Any ways i just called the CRTC and had my number removed from the list. Marketing calls should stop coming through soon. :P
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #10 on: November 12, 2008, 10:45:30 am »
Quote from: carburator on November 12, 2008, 10:21:44 am
Pretty self ritcheous aren't you  high heels?  The last thread got about 1300 views so it was pretty interesting to most people if not to you. So STFU if you aren't interested i this thread. Bans don't do anything. Case in point, the do-not-call list. Hope you have a wonderful dayheels!

Yep.  Just keep talking.  You're being very helpful.  :)
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #11 on: November 12, 2008, 11:03:51 am »
No calls here since signing up, BUT that could be coincidental....???

No idea really, but I wouldn't lose sleep over it.
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #12 on: November 12, 2008, 11:52:17 am »
Quote from: ovr50 on November 12, 2008, 11:03:51 am
No calls here since signing up, BUT that could be coincidental....???

No idea really, but I wouldn't lose sleep over it.
unless they phone at 2 am ;D
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #14 on: November 12, 2008, 01:45:56 pm »
I think I mentioned this in the last thread, but the Telemarketing Guard offered by Primus (and I'm sure other providers offer something similar) has been very effective in stopping unwanted calls.  Only telemarketer I get is our local newspaper (which, IIRC, the DNC list wouldn't apply to anyway?), even after I've told them three times I have no plans to subscribe to them.  :/

I think those 000-000-0000 numbers usually indicate their VOIP numbers and probably offshore companies that the DNC list wouldn't apply to anyway.  Hence my suggestion that people just go with the tools provided by their telephone provider (and if you're provider doesn't offer such tools, switch! :D).

Oh, as to:
Quote from: carburator on November 12, 2008, 10:21:44 am
Pretty self ritcheous aren't you  high heels?  The last thread got about 1300 views so it was pretty interesting to most people if not to you. So STFU if you aren't interested i this thread. Bans don't do anything. Case in point, the do-not-call list. Hope you have a wonderful dayheels!

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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #15 on: November 12, 2008, 02:51:13 pm »
OH my goodness , just ask your telephone provider to stop the telemarketing calls?  WOW , ya , should have asked you that in the first place...

I guess our government screwed that up big time.

Quote from: Demosthenes X on November 12, 2008, 01:45:56 pm
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 Hence my suggestion that people just go with the tools provided by their telephone provider (and if you're provider doesn't offer such tools, switch! :D).

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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call lis
« Reply #16 on: November 12, 2008, 03:36:43 pm »
w/e they call.. i see 69 69 69 69 on my CID.. weird..
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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #17 on: November 12, 2008, 05:15:19 pm »
Get rid of your phone or screen all your calls with the answering machine if marketing calls really bother you that much.   Better yet if you have the funds, hire someone to answer your calls for you.  It was nice when I used to have a receptionist screening all my calls.   :)

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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #18 on: November 12, 2008, 05:39:18 pm »
Maybe you need to double up on your tin foil hats to keep the calls from coming in??

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Re: Just got my third telemarketing call since siging up for the do-not-call list
« Reply #19 on: November 13, 2008, 07:27:02 am »
Message for Brigitte:  I am looking for someone to hire as my receptionist to screen all my phone calls. You sound like you would be perfect for this job. And I bet you are easy on the eyes too!  Contact me if interested. Thanks  ;)
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