The call was from the Broadcast Bureau of Measurement (BBM) wanting me to participate in one of their stupid surveys. This was the third time they've called in as many days and from as many telephone numbers. Each time I've told them to leave me alone and scratch my number from their list. Next time I won't be polite.

The BBM is not a telemarketer and the opinions they receive from their surveys contribute to broadcasting policy in this country. Be responsible Canadians and answer their questions.

The BBM may feel it is our duty to answer their questions, but I believe in keeping my thoughts to myself! I just would have that that such a "reputable" business would respect our wishes and leave us alone when we asked to be removed from their lists. They have called me every day for the past 6 days (not on weekend) and each time I have asked to be removed. They obviously could care less about our wishes.

The BBM survey contributes to our economy. It allows a certain standard to be applied to advertisers and their revenue. This allows products to reach consumers. This is also an indirect contributor to the job market. When an advertiser is successful, product innovation can follow. Inventors are supported. Research is given another chance to find something new or improve existing consumer goods. Do you use soap. Well soap sponsors tv shows. Do you drink beer. Well if you watch sports beer lets you watch them for free. But the sponsors have to know you're watching their shows so they can advertise, hire people, sell products people can use and want. Bring on the BBM. I wanna keep my shows on the tv and free.

Yes, give BBM a couple of minutes of your time.  Television and radio couldn't operate in Canada without the work they do.

And if you want to be taken off their call list, say these words "PLEASE TAKE ME OFF YOUR CALL LIST".

Only if you say those exact words, will you be removed.  If you just say "don't call back", that isn't enough to stop the calls.