Mystery Shopping 4 Canada

Mystery Shop Vacation Spots!

2012-01-31T10:23:00.001-05:00

Sensors Quality Management Offers Travel Rebates!

Sensors Quality Management, or SQM, pays. They have paid me for several years for assignments, and they have one of the best FREE training programs available. In addition to paid shops they also offer a popular travel reimbursement program.
Planning on taking a trip? SQM offers mystery shoppers 50% off flights and hotels in exchange for filling out a survey about your trip. If you are already a shopper, look for assignments online. If you are not a shopper sign up at www.evaluateitbysqm.com

SQM Launch Party! Join In Win! (CA,USA)

2011-09-14T10:59:00.002-04:00

SQM Launches New Site

Updated 3:07 pm New prize added!
From Twitter:Giving out an additional Prize Pack to someone who tweets about our page before 5PM EST details under blogs www.sqm.ca #LaunchParty

This just in from Sensors Quality Management:

Hi everyone,
So it is finally here! We are proud and excited to launch our new web site
today!
The feedback we received from our Field Representative indicated they were
looking for something a little more inviting and interactive. We go live
today, and are celebrating by holding a Launch Party!!!! Our IT and design
staff have been working tirelessly to design a new site to make your
experience with SQM easier! A BIG CHANGE to keep your eyes open for is:
Shoppers, Clients, Field Force, and Auditors will all now sign in through
the same portal!
This new site was created to enhance your experience, so please do not
hesitate to share your feedback with our Marketing Manager Leah Krangle at
lkrangle@sqm.ca. This is the first of several steps for our re-design,
and later in the year we will be launching the new shopper site. We can't
wait for you to see the new inviting and bright pages!

PRIZES!

As part of our Launch Party we will be giving away prize packages to the
first 5 people to Tweet or Facebook about how awesome our new site is. To
win you must be a fan (or follower) of our @Evaluate_It Twitter Account or
our “Sensors Quality Management – Mystery Shopping” Fan Facebook Page
depending on whatever media you are using to post.
If you post on Facebook: include our Facebook group name “Sensors Quality
Management - Mystery Shopping” and our web page url: www.sqm.ca
If you post on Twitter: include @Evaluate_It , our webpage url:www.sqm.ca
and #LaunchParty
To Qualify*, you must include the above details and you must also send Leah
( lkrangle@sqm.ca ) an email letting her know what you put up, where, and
when... and make sure she can actually see it (– if you have privacy
settings send a screen shot) AND your mailing address for the prize
package!
Welcome to the new side of SQM Inc!

Accepting Mystery Shops? Read Details!

2011-08-22T11:35:00.000-04:00

Mystery Shopping Tips: Read Shop Details!

Mystery Shop details can impact your ability to get higher paying Mystery Shops. Read over all relevant information pertaining to any shop, before deciding to accept or decline work. Shop details include: location, scenario details, specific requirements, any required purchases to be reimbursed, timeframes, and what the shop pays. Decisions you make about accepting or declining Mystery Shops impact your ability to get higher paying mystery shops.
Important points in Choosing Shops
It is important not to decline shops too quickly. Most Mystery Shopping job boards are set up to remove any shops you decline from your offerings. It is far better to just let a job sit in your offerings,than decline it. Make sure you will not be out of pocket when you finish a Mystery Shop. It is also important to bear in mind the length of time it will take before you are reimbursed. Do not over extend yourself, so you do not have the cash flow available for a more lucrative reimbursement shop that may pop up next week. While I do accept initial low paying shops with new companies, to get my foot in the door, and show my skills, I do so only if they are convenient for me, and I at least break even. Note: If there are any details you are unsure of, email the provider before accepting, and keep a copy of the response as proof of the clarification you were given. It can take a long time to get a negative comment removed from your file, without written proof to back you up.
Happy Shopping!
Yr Helper Infonut
Pop up and say Hi on the Freebies 4 Canada Facebook page!

Finding Mystery Shopping Shops-Be Proactive!

2011-08-16T16:33:00.000-04:00

Job Boards Give Higher Success Rates

Most Mystery Shopping Companies have Job Boards,and they will also send you automatic emails when shops are available in your area. Some shoppers, do get shops through the emails they receive, but I advise being proactive in your search for shops for greater success.

Established Job Board Search Routines Yeild Higher Results

Do you truly want mystery shopping jobs? Shop notification emails are sent out to many shoppers at once. You may receive an email notifying you of an available shop, but by the time you get to the job board, another shopper may have already accepted the shop. Make sure you bookmark each of your job boards, and check them on a regular basis. New shops are generally posted at the beginning of each month.

Since companies often add bonuses as deadlines approach, some shoppers will chance missing out on jobs, and wait to apply for jobs till later in the month. Unfortunately, waiting for emails,or bonuses, can cause you to miss out on some excellent opportunities. Do whatever is right for you, depending on the number of jobs you are getting, and the proximity of the jobs. For me, I'd rather apply for a lower paying job, that is on my way to or from another shop or personal errand, than miss out entirely. Lower paying shops can turn out to be great stepping stones to higher paying jobs.

Happy Shopping!

YrHelper Infonut
See you on Freebies 4 Canada Facebook Page!

Mystery Shopping - Get Higher Paying Mystery Shops!

2011-08-04T11:38:00.002-04:00

Want Higher Paying Mystery Shops? Try These Tips!

Higher paying Mystery Shops can find you! A key ingredient in getting higher paying mystery shops lies in your Mystery Shopping score, The higher your score, the more likely Mystery Shopping companies, with which you are registered, will contact you with opportunities to file even the same types of reports you are now doing, at a higher rate, or with an opportunity to try writing a report for a new client.

What's Your Mystery Shopping Score?

Most mystery shopping companies maintain performance ratings for each shopper. Mystery shopping ratings are usually based on the quality of your reports,and how quickly you complete your assignments. Higher mystery shopping scores can make you the 'go to person' for jobs with a company. For example, I will often receive calls ahead of jobs being posted, and have been offered up to five times the pay for completing some jobs. On the other hand, low shopper scores can make it difficult for you to receive shops and can even result your being being deactivated from a mystery shopping company's system.

How to Increase Your Mystery Shopping Score

Mystery Shopping is fun and interesting, but it is also extremely serious business. Mystery Shopping is your opportunity to make changes for a wide variety of industries, from gas stations to cruise lines. Companies make important decisions based on the information mystery shoppers provide. Mystery shopping reports are used in reviewing employees and management. Reports can effect the future of an individual, and a company as a whole. This is one reason I am so happy when I can submit a positive report of great customer service, while I highly recommend keeping precise notes on any items you report that are not up to required standards. here are some key factors that can help increase your mystery shopping score,so you too can be a 'go to' mystery shopper.

Mystery Shopping - Six Keys to Higher Mystery Shopping Scores

1. Mystery Shopping Key- Reliability – Complete assigned mystery shops during agreed upon dates and timeframes. Companies depend on reports being there when they are needed. If a problem keeps you from completing an assignment, let the company know immediately,and either reschedule your shop or cancel it. Be absolutely certain you will be able to successfully complete a shop during the specified date and/or time before accepting it. Avoid rescheduling or cancelling shops.
2. Mystery Shopping Key - Anonymity – Mystery Shoppers must remain anonymous. Many franchises will alert their employees that mystery shoppers are expected-if your 'cover is blown' your report is useless,and you may not get paid. Never tell anyone you are mystery shopping. Do not record information in direct view of any employee. However,some companies do also offer revealed shops, where you have the opportunity to reward good service. If you are required to conduct this type of shop, there will be specific notes in the shop details.
3. Mystery Shopping Key- Preparation – Mystery Shoppers need to prepare for each shop in advance. Review all the documentation provided by the company before heading out to complete any shop to make sure your report will be accurate. You'll want to be sure you are evaluating the correct location, and reporting all the required information,according to the scenario provided. Memorize the standards being evaluated. Some companies even provide helpful quizzes to help you memorize the standards. Print out the questionnaire, so you can complete it, unobserved, immediately after the shop in a nearby parking lot. Don't wait to get home to record details. Make sure your equipment is working-pen writes,batteries charged,etc.
4. Mystery Shopping Key- Observation - Observation is a matter of skill, and one you can develop. Your senses, and memory must be sharp.
5. Mystery Shopping Key- Professionalism – Have a positive, optimistic, and enthusiastic attitude. Like breeds like. If you go in with a positive attitude, you are more likely to receive the type of customer service you are looking for, this makes reports much easier to write. You also need to wear business casual attire, unless otherwise noted, in order to be taken seriously as a typical, eligible customer.
6. Mystery Shopping Key- Timely Reporting – Complete all shops on the agreed upon date, and submit accurate, detailed reports on time. Write any comments, using software with a built in spell check,then paste them into the report. Usually, shop reports must be submitted on-line within 12 hours of shop completion. Some shops may require reporting sooner - read each company's expectations, and notes, to be sure your report is accepted. Repeated late reports can result in your profile being de-activated. If you have a problem getting the report to submit, notify the company immediately, and email a copy of your notes to yourself so you have time stamped proof. You might also want to take a screen shot of your report.
7. Mystery Shopping Key- Write Professional Reports - Make sure your writing meets the required standards of the report. High end dining shops,for example have a very precise format. Be objective - report exactly what you see and hear for example -'the glasses bounced when the associate threw them into the box' vs.'the associate was furious'. Many stores have video tapes which they can view to verify your report. Write comments using software with a built in spell check,then paste them into your report. Keep a copy of all the details of reports for at least six months, in case your report is questioned. Keeping report details is especially important for forms with drop down lists. I was once asked to verify a fast food shop three months after the report was submitted with answers to questions that were not even on the report.
Using these seven tips have helped me become a 'go to' mystery shopper for several companies,netting me much higher pay for mystery shops. It’s your turn: what tips or questions do you have about qualifying for higher paying mystery shops?

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GfK Seeks Canada USA, Puerto Rico Mystery Shippers

2011-08-01T06:01:00.001-04:00

GfK seeks Shoppers! Canada, USA, Puerto Rico!

GfK Mystery Shopping is a company that is new to me,so no reviews on it yet.
Tip-How to Find Mystery Shopping Companies
When searching for a mystery shopping company link -take a look at the results from the back pages,and not just the top results -you may find an excellent new company. Whichever company you choose-never pay for the privilege of seeing job details!

About GfK Mystery Shopping

GfK Mystery Shopping offers mystery shops at banks, cell phone stores, high end department stores, and just added -- mystery shops done completely by phone! GfK also conducts monthly audits at a nation-wide electronic store.

How to join GfK Mystery Shopping

To join the GfK Mystery Shopping panel, you need to review their Registration Guidelines and take a short quiz prior to completing a shopper profile. Once these steps are successfully completed, you will be fully registered as a mystery shopper with GfK and ready to start accepting shops.

To apply with GfK, you must have the following:

A computer with Windows or Mac OS and a printer.
Internet and email connectivity.
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0+, Netscape 4.7+, or an equivalent web browser.
Java enabled browser.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
A telephone (home or mobile.)
A scanner or digital camera and connection to upload photos and receipts.
A Valid PayPal account.

Mystery Shopping Application Tips

If the form will not submit, look for the little red star indicating where the problem is-for example Did you enter your birth date correctly?-Their form requires month/ day/year.
When you apply be sure to choose 'other'as a referral' and tell them you found them through YrHelper Infonut!

See more information on their mystery shopper site-Cyber Shopper Online

Ritter Associates Seeks Mystery Shoppers Canada and USA

2011-03-11T17:42:00.001-05:00

This mystery shopping company popped up in a Google Adsense ad. They ask the standard questions on their forms. Canadian shoppers are paid by check, USA shoppers will do well to choose to have a void check ready for upload, so they can be paid by direct deposit.

Click here to open their site in a new page.

I just signed with this company. If you have any experience with this company, please make a comment as to whether they paid on time. Thank you.

Lanla New Canadian Mystery Shopping Company

2011-03-07T20:28:00.001-05:00

Just signed with Lanla. This company based in Quebec, pays by direct deposit. They have missions available in Ontario and Quebec, as well as online and telephone assignments.

Click here to sign up for their mystery shopping program.

Note: You may find it useful to view their site using Google chrome with the Google translate add-on.

RetailTrack Mystery Shopping Exciting News!

2011-01-18T12:14:00.001-05:00

RetailTrack Mystery Shopping on Facebook AND Twitter!

This just in from RetailTrack Mystery Shopping:

It's been a long time coming, but we have finally set up both our Facebook Page and our Twitter account! Our goal for 2011 is to be better connected with all of our great shoppers, and to be a helpful resource when it comes to the world of Mystery Shopping. Our Twitter account and Facebook page will keep you up to date on the exciting things happening at RetailTrack, the new assignment opportunities available in your area, and will provide you with current and interesting information on the mystery shopping industry. Don't hesitate - join the conversation today!

A special thanks to all of our wonderful shoppers who have helped to make 2010 such a great year for us! We really couldn't have done it without you. If we all work together, there is no doubt that we will be able to make 2011 better than ever!

All the best,

The RetailTrack Team

Follow RetailTrack on Twitter , and Facebook

Interested in becoming a mystery shopper? Apply at www.retailtrack.com. They are always looking for good shoppers across Canada and the US!

Excellent Mystery Shop Forum Almost Black-Listed

2011-01-18T10:14:00.001-05:00

Warning: You were almost black-listed

Open letter to Jacob Jans - Mystery Shop Forum:

You have an excellent forum, but your "blink" may be driving people away. I'm a top-rated mystery shopper in Canada, who writes reviews and tips for mystery shoppers. You almost got a big thumbs down.

Why you were almost black-listed:

The first link in the confirmation email I received results in a popup form asking me to re-register. Seemed fishy, but … OK, you're not asking for money, but… seems kind of strange.

Then a second pop-up- this one about signing up with survey companies- 2nd pop up? Lights start to flash. Survey companies? Bells start to ring. This isn't what I'm here for! –Well, … you need to be compensated for your time … I look for a method to close or by-pass the box- There is no method to get past the survey sign-up! Sirens are going off!

Why Mystery Shop Forum is not Black Listed
I'm glad I gave you a second chance. I came back to my email, clicked the second link, and found your great forum. In addition to your forum, you have a comprehensive list of mystery shopping companies (albeit without links) that people can access at the bottom of the forum. Your forum is a great resource, don’t drive people away by bungling your marketing.

How to Get a Gold Star:

Please add the following link to your second pop up "Not now, thanks. I want to start shopping!"

While the survey opportunities, are a good idea, people need to have a choice. Visitors, may have already signed up with the survey companies you are promoting- make the option available, but let people choose to by pass the form. You're doing yourself a disservice, and chasing people from your doors. Please contact me if you need different ideas for monetizing your forum. You do deserve to be paid for your time and efforts. I run several forums myself, and know the work involved.

Mystery Shop Forum gets a check mark.
Please turn it into a gold star.

Sincerely,

YrHelper Infonut

Click HERE to go to Mystery Shop Forum.

Mystery Shop- See Movies For Free!

2010-11-02T08:57:00.001-04:00

This just in from KernScheduling!

APPLY NOW TO SHOP NOV 5-7TH
SEE ANY LATE EVENING MOVIE OF YOUR CHOICE
THIS SHOP REIMBURSES YOU UP TO $25 FOR YOUR ADMISSION, POPCORN AND DRINK
SERIOUS AND MOTIVATED SHOPPERS NEED ONLY APPLY

Sorry about the caps (not mine)
Apply to : http://kernscheduling.com/shoppers/code.php

I have completed numerous shops for this company and been paid. Reimbursement shops are a great way to enjoy extras and not increase your taxable income!

Tips to Protect Yourself from Mystery Shopping Scams

2010-10-12T10:30:00.000-04:00

Mystery Shoppers, especially new ones are sometimes targeted by scam artists. Don’t fall for these! The following great tips can be applied to any mystery shopping emails where you are asked to send an amount of money. Here is an example from Doulas Stafford:

Douglas Stafford Posted the following on their site:

We have become aware of an email and/or gumtree.com mystery shopper job advert scam which is being circulated at the moment. The scam involves emails pretending to be from a Douglas Stafford employee, using Douglas Stafford imagery taken from our website.

The scam will typically ask you to take on an assignment and ask you to send money through a money transfer agency (e.g. Western Union) which can be reclaimed at a later date. These emails are in no way connected to Douglas Stafford Limited.
• If you receive an email that is not from a “@douglasstafford.com” email address, it is not genuine.
• If you receive an email asking you to send or transfer money, it is not genuine.
• If you have received an email but have not registered directly with Douglas Stafford, it is not genuine.
• If the email is poorly written, with broken English, it is not genuine.
• If a job advertisement does not ask you to apply via our website www.douglasstafford.com or directly by an “@douglasstafford.com” email address, it is not genuine.
If you are unsure whether an email or job advert is genuine, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Douglas Stafford

Douglas Stafford Mystery Shopping Link

2010-10-05T14:16:00.001-04:00

Douglas Stafford, a mystery shopping company using leading edge technology is seeking mystery shoppers. Although based in the UK, their North American branches are rapidly expanding.

From their site:

Video Mystery shoppers are required to assess and conduct evaluations on various different outlets such as Car Showrooms , High Street Stores, Estate Agents, Property Developers etc.

The whole process will be recorded using the latest technology in covert mystery shopping equipment (A commitment by the way of investment in Video Recording Equipment may be required). This Video Recording is supported by a reported evaluation bespoke to our clients’ requirements.

Mystery Shoppers are expected to travel and the size of the area you are willing to cover determines the amount of work that we will be able to offer. Due to the specialised role of a mystery shopper, full training is provided and essential and this will take place at our head office in Portsmouth. Your performance as a Mystery Shopper is regularly monitored and thorough feedback is provided to ensure that you are successful in the role.

Please only apply online via the following link: Mystery Shopping Application Form
If your application is successful a member of their team will be in touch.

Urgent Dining Shops - from RaMack Scheduling Exp Oct.31

2009-10-29T20:45:00.001-04:00

This just in:

Treat your loved one to a night out on a special shop. This is a dinner shop for two. You only need to purchase one entrée and one drink of your choice. The shop pays a flat fee of $45 for successfully completed shops. The shop must be completed between 5 PM and 8 PM.(The shop must be completed by 8 PM) The shop must be completed by 10/31.

Dining locations to be filled:

ONTARIO
Sharon- L0G 1V0
Toronto- M6K 3C5
Bradford- L3Z 3G8
Markham- L6E 1B1
Stouffville- L4A 2S8
Cambridge- N1R 0A8
Oakville- L6H 0E9

Also

Casual lunch or a night out in BC You must order an entrée of your choice, an entrée salad is ok and a drink. A flat fee of $30 is paid for a successfully completed shop. The lunch hours are between 11-2 PM, which means the shop must be completed by 2 PM. The dinner hours are after 5 PM. These shops must be completed 10/30.

Casual locations to be filled:

British Columbia
Victoria- V8X 3W4
Kamloops- V2C 6R6
North Vancouver- V7P 3K6

If interested do the following:

Sign up at http://www.mystshop sol.com/ramack/ shopent.asp
Put june@ramackscheduling.com in your contacts list
Email june@ramackscheduling.com with the “dinner” or "casual" in the subject line along with the location you are interested in shopping Make sure to include your name, email address and phone number in your email

I just started with this company. They also have US shops.

Urgent Mystery Shops, BC & ON

2009-10-27T14:29:00.001-04:00

Mystery Shopping Canada Inc. has some urgent shops posted. One in Chatham Ontario, and several in BC.

Make sure you are applying at the correct website. There is no charge to apply for work at Mystery Shopping Canada Inc. Look for their logo.

See the post about scam sites.

Online Shops Posted by Intellishop

2009-10-27T12:34:00.001-04:00

Intellishop has shops available in Canada & USA. They will send you email notifications of shops in your area, but it's always a good idea to check their job board as well

Intellishop has recently added online shops to their listings. Intellishop pays through PayPal. Make sure you register with the same email as your PayPal account.

Click HERE to register.

Click HERE to Log In

Want a list of companies that hire Canadian mystery shoppers? Click HERE and leave me your name and email to receive my list and get updates. It's free!

Nasty Scammers at Work- Watch Out!

2009-10-25T05:24:00.001-04:00

Never pay to join a mystery shopping group or for mystery shopping lists!

Service X the mystery shopping component of Service Excellence Group, Inc. has been targeted by Scammers. They have issued the following alert: We DO NOT have an affiliation with Michael McDowell, nor with WA-Surveys.
We do not work with Western Union.

Click HERE for the login of the real Service X

In addition, my blogs have gained the attention of a scam group, who has had the nerve to list my headlines as if I'm writing for them! I'm looking into what legal actions at the moment. I will never be affiliated with any company that charges you for information you can get for free! Look for my logo for honest, straight forward writing on mystery shopping, deals, coupons and more.

Why Check Job Boards?

2009-10-25T05:11:00.001-04:00

Here's a good example of why its important to check job boards, even if a email doesn't list a shop in your area. I just got an email from Service X for a no purchase easy shop with drop down answers. The listing only showed the following locations:

* AB: AIRDRIE, CALGARY, COCHRANE, DRAYTON VALLEY, WETASKIWIN->
* NS: DARTMOUTH, HALIFAX->
* ON: ABERFOYLE->

I clicked the link, signed in, searched the job board by country and up popped a ton more locations including one in my area, plus shops in other provinces.

Caution: keep really good notes on file for drop-down shop forms. I've been queried on a multitude of things three months down the road after completing shops like these for a different company.

Bonuses being posted NOW!

2009-10-25T04:53:00.001-04:00

Check all your companies! Bonuses are being added to shops. A shop that you may have missed may also be available now with an added bonus!

I just received notice of bonuses being added by one of my companies, but the shops aren't anywhere close to me.

If you live in the following areas, Click HERE and leave your mystery shopping address and name and I'll refer you. (I'll get a finder's fee and you'll get another company to add to your list!)

* BC: PRINCE GEORGE, VICTORIA->

* NS: HALIFAX->

* ON: PETERBOROUGH, ST. CATHERINES, THUNDER BAY-

This bonus is on a purchase and return shop using a credit card. You'll need a digital camera or camera phone to take a photo of the receipt.

How to Maximize Eyeglass Shop Earnings!

2009-10-09T16:45:00.003-04:00

It's eyeglass shop time! Many eyeglass shops pay very well. Here are some tips to maximize those earnings.

Mystery Shopping Six Tips For Making More Money on Eyeglass Shops

(ON) Do you kids need glasses? OHIP covers the cost of children's eye exams. Check if children's glasses qualify for the shop, that leaves the price of the eye exam in your pocket.
Use savings from work benefits packages to pay for your glasses. You still get paid up to $120 for your reports
Check online coupons & Valpak coupon savings. I once got free glasses, and was paid for the report.
Check CAA savings. The cost of a membership with CAA can pay for itself with incredible savings.
Offer to take a senior friend or relative for their eye exam and to get glasses. Do a good deed, and either offer them a 'rebate' of part of the money or a gift certificate. (ON Srs are covered for eye exams too.)
Check the bargain bin frames for greater savings. Often there may be a single pair left of a certain frame available at a reduced price.

Get Cash from Mystery Shopping 4 Canada.

Register your mystery shopping email with Mystery Shopping 4 Canada.
Register with the mystery shopping companies from whom you receive an invitation, using the same email address you provide to me here
Complete shops within 60 days of your referral.
When that happens, I will split my referral bonus with you! Plus you can get bonuses for referring your friends!

Current referral cash :(it's not a lot, but every bit counts)
eyeglass shop -I get $5 -you get 1/2
any other shop from this company I get $2 you get 1/2
(funds will be sent as a personal transfer through PayPal)

Shoppers Sought

2009-10-04T14:08:00.002-04:00

Retail Track is seeking shoppers for retail purchases & returns.
Apply HERE. Login HERE
Tips-

The free Roboform download works well with their form. If you are working on a public computer, however, you will want to use RoboForm to Go for greater security & portability.
In the comments area, tell something about why you would be a great mystery shopper for them. (discreet, objective, accurate, grammar, observant etc.)
If you have questions or need assistance,call 1-800-576-6860 or Email helpdesk@retailtrack.com
After you are accepted, login and change your password.
The user name with this company is tricky to remember, so save it in your roboform logins.

Note: Retail Track doesn't have a job board, but contacts their shoppers by email individually. If you think you've missed some emails, login & click on "Messages" to view your personal emails.

Gapbuster Worldwide - Bonus Shops Posted

2009-09-29T08:21:00.001-04:00

It's the end of the month, and for mystery shoppers living in select areas, that means bonus time at many companies. If you passed up a shop because of it's low pay earlier in the month, go back & check to see if it's still there.

Gapbuster Worldwide is one of the first companies I started with. They have a clear straightforward training program. The report for one of their clients is mostly simple drop-down questions, BUT KEEP COPIOUS NOTES ON FILE for months (especially if you mention anything that could even be slightly misconstrued as a criticism.) This is the only company for which I have ever had my shops refuted. The locations for one client in particular, must have a lot riding on your evaluation.

Here are a few of the bonus locations available this month at Gapbuster Worldwide:

Newfoundland - Labrador City

Québec - Gaspé, Maniwaki, Sept-Îles

Ontario - - Cornwall

Manitoba - The Pas

Saskatchewan - Swift Current, Kindersley

British Columbia - Sechelt

Warning!! Like many successful companies, Gapbuster Worldwide has imitators. Join our Mystery Shopping 4 Canada Club & get the correct link as well as tips on which training to take, which type of shop is faster to do, & what to do if your evaluation form won't submit.

Membership is FREE! Join today! Never pay for mystery shopping links or advice. Benefit from my experience.

BMA - Canadian Mystery Shopping Jobs

2009-09-20T06:57:00.001-04:00

I'm looking for Feedback on BMA. I signed up with BMA sometime ago, but none of their jobs have ever been in my area. BMA has jobs in Ottawa and Edmonton on their board now.Make sure you sign up with PayPal before applying.(See Tips)

Note:BMA has the following warning posted:

Watch Out for Scammers pretending to be BMA! Do not accept any assignments that ask you to send or transfer money (via Western Union, for example).

Stay safe out there!

Join the Mystery Shopping 4 Canada Club. It's FREE!

Kern Scheduling

2009-09-14T01:00:00.001-04:00

Kern Scheduling has a variety of mystery Shops available. They especially need shoppers who fly frequently to do shops in locations that are past airline security. I have completed numerous shops for this company, and the schedulers are very helpful.

Currently, there are 119 jobs on their job board for Canada

Click Here to Sign up

Save yourself time & aggravation. Download a free version of Roboform, Let it do the typing for you!

Click Here for their job board

Watch Out for Imitations! Don't Pay to Shop!

2009-09-06T07:14:00.001-04:00

Seen this ad?

On the home page it appears to be "Mystery Shopping Canada Employment Agency"

See this Imitator for Yourself

Watch out!

This is SEP or Shopper Employment Program. Here's what you find after reading through several pages: Surprise!

Membership Fee: $34.

Another Imposter:

Canadian Mystery Shopping Providers

(Shoppers Canada)

They are charging $35

Here's the Real Deal:

Yes, Virginia there really is a

Mystery Shopping Canada Inc

	Home Page
	New Shopper Info Page
	Application Page
	Job Board Login Here for Jobs

It's free to join Mystery Shopping Canada Inc They have a variety of jobs including: entertainment, retail, and services. Mystery Shopping Canada Inc pays conveniently by direct deposit No PayPal Deductions!

Join Mystery Shoppers 4 Canada -

a Canadian Club where shoppers help each other.

Membership is free!

Mystery Shopping Canada Inc

2009-09-05T23:02:00.001-04:00

The Real deal Free to Sign up

Pays by direct deposit

Current jobs in AB & Ontario

Male & Female needed

Already signed up? Login Here

Low Paying Jobs

2009-09-05T16:16:00.001-04:00

To Shop or Not- That is the Question!

Pricing Practices

Some companies offer really low paying shops when they publish their shops at the beginning of the month, hoping that someone is desperate enough for money, that they don't stop and figure out how much the shop is going to actually pay them. As the month goes on, bonuses are added to the shops to entice people to do them.

Is it Worth it?

You need to decide for yourself if the shop is worth the money being offered. Sometimes, especially in the beginning it is worthwhile to take lower paying shops to help you get your foot in the door. Also, if you happen to be going to the location anyway, the payment will help pay for your gas. Some mystery shoppers are advocating shoppers should boycott all assignments under $12. I think it has to be a personal choice.

My Experience

When I started, I did some very low paying assignments, got my foot in the door, proved my writing skills, then began receiving phone calls and offers of bonuses 3x the value of the listed shops. Doing low paying shops paid off for me.

Decisions, Decisions

It can be a bit tricky deciding whether to apply for a shop at a low price, or to wait and find out it's been scooped by someone else.

What's your opinion?

Handy Tools 4 Mystery Shoppers

2009-09-05T14:59:00.002-04:00

Tool	Use
	*Free Shop Tracker** Track Applications, Payments & More Preloaded with 50+ links to Companies 4 Can. Shoppers *Free for our Members Membership is Free Join today!
	Free Download: RoboForm (sponsored link) Fill in Forms Quickly Remember 1 Password
	Free Download: GoodSync (sponsored link) A Hard Drive Crashes every 20 sec. Back up all Your Hard Work Sync Devices with a Click
	Free Online Tool: Time Calculator Complete Time Calculations quickly & Easily (Great for tricky homework too)

How to Do Timing Checks- A Handy Tool

2009-09-05T14:51:00.001-04:00

Free Online Time Calculator

Now you are ready to start subtracting time. Tedious and time consuming?- No! Not with this handy online Time Calculator. It resembles a regular calculator except for the display area. Click on each section (hours:min:sec) to enter times. Then, use as you would a real calculator. What a time saver!

Try the Time Calculator.

Questions? Click on "Comments" and drop me a line.

Getting Started in Mystery Shopping -

2009-09-05T11:54:00.001-04:00

NEVER Pay for Mystery Shopping Leads!

Step 1

Set up a separate free email for your mystery shopping. I suggest Gmail for lots of reasons. (I wish I had. Now I'm transfering all my info and accounts to Gmail)

Step 2.

Download Robo Form It's free for personal use, and you'll need it for filling in tons of forms. (Need Help with it? Drop me a comment!)

Step 3.

Set up a free PayPal account using your new email (most companies pay by PayPal) Don't choose the business option. Unfortunately, PayPal has started charging people for getting paid. Check the payment options with each company and decide what's best for you. It's free to create the account though.

Step 4

Prepare a database or list of answers for job application forms (most forms are identical). Having your answers ready ahead of time will make it much faster to get your applications in and you'll be working sooner. Use the Spell and grammar check, then copy and paste your answers into the forms. Do you have Microsoft Word? If not, ask me for a link to Open Office –a free compatible program.

Application Answers Three of the most important questions test your writing ability and determine your chances of being chosen for a job:
A. Describe a recent shopping experience where you received excellent customer service.
B. Describe a recent shopping experience where you received poor customer service.
C. Why would you make a good mystery shopper?

They are looking for people who: are reliable, self-starters; just state facts not opinions (rare exceptions); can blend in and think on their feet;, have good writing skills (especially grammar and accurate vocabulary):and are non-judgemental. The number of words allowed for these questions varies from company to company. Usually no more than 250 characters.

Also make lists of all the:

Towns around your area,(including postal and area codes) where you would be willing to shop
Stores and restaurants you frequent
TV shows you watch (I was asked this - still don't know why)

Step 5

Put your info in your and start applying to companies. Use the links to companies in my blog, then drop me a comment if you'd like more.

Remember- Never pay for Mystery Shopping Addresses or advice. Infonut gives free info!!
If you, or anyone you know, wear or need glasses; there are shops that pay really well for these. I can put a word in for you with my scheduler.
"We're all in this together and I'm pullin' for ya"
Infonut
(Yes, I'm a Red Green Fan)
Remember- NEVER pay for mystery shopping information. You can get it from me for FREE! Want more free mystery shopping tips? Drop me a comment with your email address. Here's my Privacy Policy.

Service Sleuth Now has Shops worth $85

2009-07-28T15:26:00.001-04:00

Service Sleuth has some shops that have a value of $85 posted .Check them out! Select search by country, then click at the top of the date column. Shops that need to be finished by the end of a month are usually worth more at most companies.

Shopnchek Canada- New Jobs Posted

2009-07-28T13:14:00.001-04:00

Shopnchek has a variety of new jobs posted. Tip: make sure you change the Search to within 200 miles to see the maximum number of shops. Sometimes there are higher paying shops close to my relative's homes and I use the payment from the shop to cover the cost of my gas to visit my relatives.If you sign up with this company, feel free to drop me a comment with any questions & I'll be pleased to help you. My shopper ID is 8009718, if they want to know who referred you.

30 Canadian Jobs @ Mystery Shopping Canada Inc.

2009-07-24T08:14:00.001-04:00

Mystery Shopping Canada Inc has jobs available this morning in: AB. BC, ON (Chatham $50 & Cambridge $38) NS, & SK.

Payment is via direct deposit. Scan or upload a picture of a void check when you register & do the training modules as quickly as possible to get started sooner.

The shops from this company have not been in my area, so I haven't done any work for them yet. Please leave a comment if you have any experience with this company. Thanks & happy shopping!

Have you signed up with Service Sleuth?

2009-07-24T05:26:00.001-04:00

* Dry Cleaning Shops -- Ontario, Canada
Beaverton
Bolton
Brockville CA
Kingston
Orangeville
Oshawa
Port Hope
St. Mary’s
Sudbury
Uxbridge
Service Sleuth is scheduling shops at a popular dry cleaner!
The shopper fee is $10 and it reimburses up to $75 for your items.
This is a great way to get some items dry cleaned and laundered.
Shopper is to drop off three items. Two dry
cleaning pieces (these should be 1/2 garments
i.e.: pants, blouse, sweater, skirt) and one laundered shirt.
The incoming order is to have three discrepancies:
• The laundered shirt should be missing a button.
• One of the dry cleaning pieces should
have a minor, but visible, stain.
• The other dry cleaning item is be
chosen by the shopper. The alteration must be
minor as this location does not do big alterations.
Shopper is to submit the first portion of the
shop the same day as the items are dropped
off. You will click SAVE and your report will be
bumped to Incomplete. You will finish the report
once you have picked up the items.
Shoppers will be paid via PayPal. Payments are
submitted to PayPal approximately 60 days after
the last day of the month in which they were shopped.
Please apply on the Service Sleuth site at
http://www.sassiesh op.com/2services leuths

Canadian man found guilty in $1m mystery shopping scam | News | Research

2009-07-17T13:17:00.001-04:00

Watch out for scams like these!

CANADA— A 33-year-old man has been found guilty of fraud and other offences tied to the running of a mystery shopping scam involving counterfeit cheques.

Lookman Temidayo contacted people in the US from his home and told them they had been hired as mystery shoppers to evaluate MoneyGram’s international money transfer service.

The victims were sent counterfeit cheques, which they were told to deposit in their own bank account, before withdrawing money and sending it to Temidayo in Canada. When the cheques were identified as fakes, the banks reversed the deposits and victims were left out of pocket.

The Canadian Competition Bureau (CCB) led the investigation into Temidayo, and seized 600 counterfeit cheques totalling around $1m at his home in Ontario. He was found guilty of fraud over $5,000, forgery, possession of instruments of forgery and uttering forged documents. He will be sentenced in September.

CCB deputy commissioner of competition Andrea Rosen said: “Scams involving counterfeit cheques have become one of the most prevalent types of fraud in North America… These scams are a particular concern since they target unemployed people anxious to earn money in the current economic climate.”

Judi Hess, president of the Mystery Shopping Providers Association, said: “The MSPA appreciates and applauds the efforts of the CCB to fight this scam and protect the victims it targets, along with protecting the validity and reputation of mystery shopping.”

Flash- SQM posted more shops today!

2009-07-15T10:33:00.021-04:00

Update: August 19 2011
I received a comment on this post that someone thought SQM was a scam. Rest assured -Service Quality Management - SQM is a well respected company. They have a thorough training program,and I have completed and been paid for numerous shops by this company. If you have had an experience with another company claiming to be SQM, I am sure they would like to hear from you.

Here is the original post:

Noticed a few new shops a minute ago on their job board. Has anyone taken advantage of their discount travel?

Intellishop

2009-07-14T17:53:00.001-04:00

Intellishop currently has jobs available in Alberta, Saskatchewan and St. Catherine's Ontario. I haven't worked for this company, but I do get frequent email from them regarding shops. You may also want to keep an eye on their job board. You never know when another shopper may become ill. There's nothing like being in the right place at the right time!

Shop'n Chek, Inc. Worldwide

2009-07-12T15:07:00.001-04:00

I have done and been paid for a number of shops with this company.
corporate website: www.shopnchek.ca (currently under construction)

Apply to shop'nchek Canada
Please use my ID 8009718 for a referral then leave me a comment & I'll help you

In addition to mystery shopping, shopnchek also offers in-person interviewing opportunities. Shopnchek rarely emails jobs to you, so login daily to find jobs.

Login to Shopncek to find jobs

Note after you register,if you have login problems you might be on the wrong website.

Types of “shops” - gasoline stations, fast food establishments, sit-down restaurants, drug stores, computer stores, warehouse clubs, wireless telephone providers, bookstores, etc.

Shopnchek mystery shopper Requirements

Age- 20 +

Education-min. high school

Skills- excellent observer & very detail oriented

Equipment- digital watch or a watch with a clear second hand for timing the store’s service. Access to a computer (I started using the computer at my local library, you need access to a printer as well and most shops also require you to scan or upload a picture of a receipt.)

Security and your Social Security Number: Your information is collected via a secure web environment and there is a link to their Privacy Statement on the form. Check out the URL in your web browser after you entered their website, you will see they immediately redirect you to a secured server and you will see 'https' in the URL - a sign that you are on a secured server. If you are uncomfortable giving your SSN/SIN on-line, they also accept applications via mail, fax and e-mail. Do not enter a SSN/SIN other than your true and valid SSN/SIN; identity theft is a crime.

Once they have received my submission, what is next? Approved Shoppers will receive an e-mail with a Shopper ID number and further information. Please make sure that your ISP or computer does not filter out their e-mail address. If you have not heard from them within 7 business days, e-mail HelpDesk@shopnchek.ca for an update.

SQM Seeking Mystery Shoppers

2009-06-19T22:50:00.001-04:00

SQM has an excellent training system and a wide variety of jobs..Sensors Quality Management Inc. is looking for new Shoppers in the following locations. If you should know of anyone who might be interested in joining SQM, please have them complete the on-line application form, and then email SQM immediately.
Canada: BC, ON, QC
Betty James
betty@sqm.ca - ex. 111

Canada: AB, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, PE, SK, YT
Jennifer Hing
jennifer@sqm.ca - ex 108

If you are planning to visit any of the following locations within the next few weeks, please call SQM so that we may review the shop requirements with you. There is the possibility that you may be able to do the shop while you are visiting.
Click Here to Read the Rest

Questions? Drop me a comment!

Toronto and Golden Horseshoe Shops Available Now!

2009-06-19T09:21:00.001-04:00

Mystery Shopping Canada Inc . has some June shops that are paying up to $85 right now. Toronto, Hamilton, Guelph, Chatham, Stony Creek, Niagara Falls. Click on the words "Become a Shopper" to access the application form.

Time Calculator

2009-06-12T21:46:00.001-04:00

Some mystery shops require multiple timings. One easy way to do this undetected is with a stop watch that has a built in lap timer hidden in your pocket . Start the stop watch when you begin your shop, then click the "new lap" button at each timing interval (when you enter the line, your order is totalled, you receive your food). When you finish. click the lap timer again, and keep it running until you are in front of a clock with a second hand.(I use the computer clock.) When the time hits an exact minute, stop your stop watch.
Now you are ready to start subtracting time. Tedious and time consuming?- No! Not with this handy online Time Calculator. It resembles a regular calculator except for the display area. Click on each section (hours:min:sec) to enter times. Then, use as you would a real calculator. What a time saver!
Questions about this gadget? Click on "Comments" and drop me a line.

Try the Time Calculator.

Mystery Shopping? Read This First!

2009-06-11T17:39:00.063-04:00

Mystery Shopping-First Steps!

Mystery Shopping application forms can be time consuming. If you follow these steps,you'll find it can save you a bundle of time. These tips should help you get off to a great start in Mystery Shopping:

Mystery Shopping Four Simple Start Up Steps

Step 1. A.S.A.P. Set up a separate free email for your mystery shopping. I suggest Gmail for lots of reasons. (I wish I had. Now I'm having to transfer all my info and accounts to Gmail) Let me know if you need help with any of these steps..

Step 2. Download RoboForm. It's free and you'll need it for filling in tons of forms. (Need Help with it? Drop me a comment!)

Step 3. Set up a free PayPal account using your new email (most companies pay by PayPal) Don't choose the business option. Unfortunately, PayPal has started charging people for getting paid. Check the payment options with each company, and decide what's best for you. It's free to create the account though.

Step 4 Start preparing a database, or list of answers for job application forms (most forms are identical). Having your answers ready ahead of time, will make it much faster to get your applications in so you'll be working sooner. Remember to use Spell and Grammar check, then copy and paste your answers into the forms.
Do you have Microsoft Word? If not, ask me for a link to Open Office –a free compatible program.

Application Answers
Three of the most important questions test your writing ability, and determine your chances of being chosen for a job:
A. Describe a recent shopping experience where you received excellent customer service.
B. Describe a recent shopping experience where you received poor customer service.
C. Why would you make a good mystery shopper?

They are looking for people who: are reliable, self-starters; who state facts not opinions; can blend in with the regular customers, think on their feet;, have good writing skills (especially grammar and accurate vocabulary):and are non-judgemental.

The number of words allowed for these questions varies from company to company. Usually no more than 250 characters.

Also make lists of all the:
Towns around your area, (including postal and area codes) where you would be willing to shop
Stores and restaurants you frequent
TV shows you watch.

If you, or anyone you know, wear or need glasses; there are some really well paying shops for these. I can put a word in for you with my scheduler.

"We're all in this together and I'm pullin' for ya"

Infonut

(Yes, I'm a Red Green Fan)
Remember- NEVER pay for mystery shopping information. You can get it for FREE!
Want more free mystery shopping tips? Drop me a comment with your email address. Here's my Privacy Policy.

Warnings for new Shoppers

2009-06-08T15:22:00.001-04:00

As a long-time high rated shopper ( I get personal calls to do last minute shops at up to 8 times the rate) I want to help you get started on the right track.
1. Never pay for a mystery shopping list or to get the details of a job. I have tons of links I'll give you for free.
2. EXTREMELY IMPORTANT !!! Avoid being sued!!! There are a lot of people in forums who are in breach of contract.
READ YOUR CONTRACTS!
YOU must NEVER reveal the clients of a mystery shopping company to ANYONE!! Revealing clients of companies is classed as sabotage and YOU CAN BE SUED!!
So get in there and change your posts right away!
It is O.K. to say " I work for company X doing fast food shops."
but DO NOT TELL WHICH CLIENTS BELONG TO WHICH COMPANY. Keep it general.

Shhhhhh!!!! It's a mystery!

We're all in this together and I'm pullin' for ya!

If you want to talk more mystery shopping shop, drop me a comment.

Privacy Policy

2009-05-17T09:42:00.001-04:00

No information is gathered knowingly from children under the age of thirteen without their parent or guardian’s consent. Email addresses are only used to reply to your direct questions and requests. Your information is not distributed to anyone without your consent.

Check Cashing WARNING!!

2009-05-16T12:13:00.001-04:00

MYSTERY SHOPPING SCAM
Firm Urges: Beware of Quick Cash Offers

Findlay, OH - February 13, 2009 - A sophisticated mystery shopping scam continues to spread across the country, conning consumers out of millions of dollars, according to ******an Ohio-based mystery-shopping and consumer satisfaction firm.
The scam involves letters to consumers offering a mystery shopping job to evaluate one or more leading money wire services. The letter is accompanied by a cashier's check for several thousand dollars with instructions to cash the check at a local bank and then wire the cash to a designated location in Canada. The consumer is directed to keep several hundred dollars as payment for evaluations the service received from the money wire service.
The cashier's check ultimately bounces and the consumer is left liable for the funds.
If you have received a letter instructing you to deposit a check for a large amount of money in order to begin a mystery shopping job, you are a target of this scam.
Please write "void" across the check and deliver the check, letter and enclosed materials to your local law enforcement office.
If you have already deposited the check, alert your bank that you have deposited an invalid check.
If you have already deposited the check and wired money to the location instructed by the letter and/or someone you spoke to on the phone, please contact your local law enforcement office.
***is providing this solely as information for the public's benefit; however, they take no responsibility for any negative consequences that may occur due to the checks received being deposited/cashed or for any legal fees that the consumer may incur to recoup funds through the legal system.***

Mystery Shoppers Wanted- Big ticket shops!

2009-05-14T08:59:00.000-04:00

Not all mystery shopping job pay big dollars, but sometimes you do find them. Usually higher paying jobs are for far flung locations. I just spotted some $70 shops for one company. Drop me a comment if you're interested, and I'll refer you to them.

( I get a referral fee of $10 for Canadian referrals with this company join up and you can make money by referring friends too! They pay up to $20 per referral depending on the country.)

Well, I'm off to get paid to have an oil change and then paid to eat a delicious free goumet meal. I'll bring home free takeout for the family for supper! (Note: you have to wait to be reimbursed, but patience does have its rewards!)

Welcome to Mystery Shopping 4 Canada

2008-07-24T07:57:00.000-04:00

Yes, mystery shopping does exist, and there are opportunities in Canada. It can be tricky getting started, and sorting out where to find Canadian opportunities; but they are out there. Let me help you sift through the various companies. Drop me a comment with your questions and email address , or check back for answers. E mail addresses are only used to contact you about your questions. I loathe spam.