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Canada’s Competition Bureau fined Cineplex $38.9 million for hidden fees, reinforcing efforts to combat deceptive pricing.
Acting Competition Commissioner Jeanne Pratt, who took over in January 2026, says Canada’s Competition Bureau must intensify enforcement to combat deceptive pricing like drip pricing amid ongoing inflation and economic pressures.
The bureau recently secured a $38.9 million penalty against Cineplex for hidden online booking fees, a decision upheld by both the Competition Tribunal and appeal court.
Though Cineplex may seek Supreme Court review, the ruling strengthens the bureau’s authority under updated Competition Act provisions.
Pratt stressed the need for transparent pricing to protect consumers and ensure fair competition, especially as shopping habits shift online.
La Oficina de Competencia de Canadá multó a Cineplex con $38.9 millones por tarifas ocultas, reforzando los esfuerzos para combatir los precios engañosos.