The back of the bus was emblazoned with a large ad from a local laser clinic for a weight-loss procedure to treat "mom bod," "pooch abdomen" and "muffin top." Alice Bracegirdle criticized the cosmetic surgery clinic that sponsored a "body-shaming" ad for a weight-loss procedure on the back of a Victoria bus. When that message generated further criticism, Cosmedica backed away from the ad campaign completely. "We now have assurance all bus ads will be down before week's end, as quickly as bus schedules can be managed," a statement posted Monday said. With files from CBC Radio One's All Points WestTo hear the full story, click the audio labelled: 'Body-shaming' ad draws scorn for laser clinic

Source: CBC News November 02, 2016 19:45 UTC