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New Surplus Income Limits for 2025
The government sets a limit on how much income you can keep before you have to make extra bankruptcy payments. This limit is updated each year. Learn more about this threshold.
Consumer Proposal and Bankruptcy Blog | Debt Solution FAQs
Our knowledgeable team of Licensed Insolvency Trustees provide information and expert advice to help you on your way to becoming debt free. Our extensive debt help resource centre includes articles, videos, and podcasts on how to get out of debt including commonly asked questions about consumer proposals, bankruptcy, and debt consolidation options. Become informed about credit rebuilding and other money management tips as you search for a solution to your debt problems.
Layman’s Guide to the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act in Canada
Curious about how bankruptcy law works in Canada? This easy-to-follow guide breaks down the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, explaining key terms, rights and responsibilities, and how the law helps both individuals and businesses deal with serious debt problems.
6 Key Bankruptcy Rules in Canada Explained
Bankruptcy is a legal and regulated process governed by federal legislation. Here are the top 6 bankruptcy rules you should know before filing bankruptcy in Canada.
Maxed Out Credit Cards: What Happens and What To Do About It
Understand the true impact of a maxed out credit card balance including how it can hurt your credit score and steps you can take to turn things around from budgeting to professional debt relief options.
What Happens When You Have Unfiled Tax Returns?
It’s not that unusual for people to avoid filing taxes because they are scared large tax debts will arise from it. Find out what can happen if you have unpaid debts to the CRA and what you should do.
15 Warning Signs You Have a Debt Problem & How To Fix It
Debt ads up over time. Spot the warning signs of debt problems so you can stop the slide into insolvency if possible. We explore what you can do if you struggle with debt repayment.
How Long Does Bankruptcy Last in Canada (& Ontario)
Are you filing a first or second bankruptcy and have questions about how long you will be bankrupt? Learn about the typical length of a bankruptcy, factors that may affect this length and if there are alternatives.
HELOC Debt: Is a Home Equity Line of Credit Right for You?
Should you consolidate credit card debt with a home equity line of credit? Find out how a home equity line of credit works and if it’s really the right choice for you.
How to Stop a CRA Wage Garnishment
The CRA has strong collection powers, one of which is the ability to garnish your wages. Learn everything you need to know about a CRA wage garnishment and what you can do to avoid this proceeding.
Tax Refunds and Filing Taxes With A Consumer Proposal
Learn if you can keep tax refunds in a consumer proposal and who is responsible for filing tax returns before, during and after your proposal.
Will Bankruptcy Take My Tax Refund?
We explain how tax refunds and tax returns are treated in a bankruptcy in Canada and what options you have to keep your refund.
What the Bank of Canada’s Interest Rate Cut Means for Your Debt
Do you know a higher or lower interest rate could mean for you? Learn about the interest rate patterns in Canada, how recent changes affect your finances, and what you can do to move forward confidently.
Filing Bankruptcy With a Mortgage in Canada
Many homeowners struggling with debt worry about what happens to their mortgage if they decide to file for bankruptcy. Will you lose your home? Can you catch up on missed mortgage payments? This article explains... Read more »
Can’t Pay Your Mortgage? Mortgage Relief Options to Keep Your Home
Are you struggling to keep up with your mortgage, but are determined to keep your home? Whether your mortgage is just too high or other debts are the real culprit, explore solutions to protect your home and regain financial stability.
Top Alternatives to Bankruptcy in Canada
Not sure if bankruptcy is the right choice for you? In this blog, discover what debt relief alternative will suit your financial situation, as we explore 5 options from personal budgeting to insolvency.
Ontario Bankruptcy Exemptions: What Can They Take and What Assets You Keep
Will you lose everything if you file for bankruptcy in Ontario? We explain what assets you keep by law, what you may lose and an alternative option you may have so you can keep everything.
RRSP and Bankruptcy in Canada: Will I Lose My Retirement Savings?
How does filing for a bankruptcy affect different registered financial accounts? Here is our comprehensive guide on how RRSPs, RRIFs, RDSPs, DPSPs, TFSAs, RESPs and others are treated in a bankruptcy.
What is a Stay of Proceedings? How it Stops Creditor Actions
Are you considering filing for insolvency and are curious how the process stops your creditors? Find out what a stay of proceedings is and how quickly it starts helping your financial situation.
Can I File Bankruptcy a Second Time in Canada?
Considering filing for another bankruptcy? It’s not uncommon, but there are some things you should know before you do. Explore the implications of filing subsequent bankruptcies and what your alternative is.
13 Myths About Credit Card Debt in Canada: Fact vs Fiction
Learn the truth about 13 common credit card debt myths in Canada. Get facts about credit scores, collection rights, bankruptcy, and debt management from Canadian financial experts.
What To Do If You Can’t Afford Your Mortgage Renewal Payments
If you are facing higher mortgage payments on renewal, here's what you can do to manage or lower your mortgage payments and keep your home. Learn how to assess your financial situation and explore solutions that match your circumstances before your renewal date arrives.