Marketplace

An investigation into "greenwashing claims" to expose the truth behind products like paper straws and compostable cups, revealing that many "sustainable" alternatives may not be much better for the environment.

Marketplace exposes an overseas network of scammers targeting and blackmailing teens, with the team creating fake social media profiles to investigate the business behind the operation

Revealing the inner workings of an investment scam using fake ads to rob Canadians of money and hope.

The episode is about an investigation into 200 of TikTok's most popular health videos, uncovering a troubling trend where misinformation is widespread and thriving, particularly concerning alleged miracle treatments for cancer and autism

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.

Investigating Canada's broken emergency care system, with rising wait times and deadly consequences.

They look identical to natural diamonds, but are lab diamonds changing the jewelry game or just the price tag? We reveal what’s really behind that sparkle; testing fast food marketing from popular restaurants to find out which chains come up short.

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.

Marketplace exposes some popular foods that might seem Canadian but are actually made in the U.S. We reveal what to look for an how to guarantee what you buy is made here at home with Canadian ingredients.

We reveal you may not be getting what the companies are selling when it comes to the SPF number on your sunscreen due to the subjective ways it's tested. Plus, we debunk some common sun myths and share the essential steps to protect your skin.

Marketplace puts the country’s top telecom companies to the test after hearing from so many about poor customer service. We speak with call centre insiders who say a lack of training, job outsourcing and sales pressures are contributing to the decline in service.

We put your consumer rights and protections to the test. Our high-pressure trivia will ask what you know, and our online scavenger hunt will challenge you to know more. Watch competitive debaters call out the system and each other, as we demand better from politicians across the country.