Feedback wanted on changes to Consumer Reporting Act

The province is inviting residents and interested stakeholders to share their feedback on laws affecting consumer reporting agencies.

The proposed amendments would remove the requirement for a consumer reporting agency, such as a credit bureau, to maintain a fixed place of business in PEI and would make related changes to support regulatory oversight. The changes would also allow consumers to request and receive a consumer report by telephone, mail or electronically.

“While consumer reporting agencies have traditionally maintained offices in PEI, this is not always possible. We need a mechanism that better reflects how consumers access this service today and aligns with regulatory approaches in the other provinces. The proposed changes will ensure PEI residents can access their consumer report by telephone, mail or electronically, which will bring us in alignment with the rules in most other Canadian provinces.”

- Justice and Public Safety Minister Bloyce Thompson

Consultation documents are available at Department of Justice and Public Safety Public Consultations for people to review. 

Comments in English or French for all documents can be submitted by email to justicepolicy@gov.pe.ca until October 15, 2026.

Media contact:
Katie Cudmore
Department of Justice and Public Safety
902-314-3996
katiecudmore@gov.pe.ca