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Bankruptcy isn’t your only path – better options exist.

Bankruptcy can clear your debt, but it may also mean giving up assets and facing a longer credit recovery. A consumer proposal is often a stronger alternative. It reduces your debt, protects what you own, and helps you regain control of your finances faster.

Filing for bankruptcy in Canada can feel like a last resort, but for some people it’s the right step. You may want to explore options like a consumer proposal, which can address your debt but help you regain control faster.

Key
Differences
Consumer Proposal Bankruptcy
Who it’s for $6-$250K debt;
Can pay some amount
Usually $6K+;
Can not pay minimum or have no equity
Your debt Up to 80% reduction Up to 100% reduction
Interest 0% 0%
Assets Keep key assets (home, car, RRSPs) May lose some assets; equity repurchased
Payments One fixed monthly payment within your budget Payments based on income above basic living costs
Credit
Impact
Starts rebuilding once you file Starts rebuilding during process; lower rating, slower credit access

Avoid bankruptcy with a consumer proposal.

Move the slider to your debt amount, and we’ll show you how much you can save over five years and each month.

With a consumer proposal up to 80% of your debt will be reduced and forgiven, and the remaining debt will be paid monthly, based on what you can afford, with no interest or fees.

$6,000$250,000

You Pay:

$6,000

You Save:

$0

Consumer Proposal (0% Interest Rate)

You Pay:

$6,000

You Save:

$0

Debt Consolidation (12% Interest Rate)

You Pay:

$8,008

Do Nothing (19% Interest Rate)

You Pay:

$9,339

Here’s what to consider

Bankruptcy clears most debts but has major impacts on your credit and finances.

Doesn’t erase all debts

Impacts your credit score

Involves using your assets

Makes it harder to borrow again

It can be hard to talk about debt, but we offer a free, no-obligation, completely confidential consultation.

Your next step starts here

Share your story with one of our supportive team members
Review your debt relief options together
Make a plan to help regain control of your money
Start lowering your debt and easing your stress

We believe that everyone can prosper

With more than 45 years of experience in Canadian debt relief, we’ve helped over 200,000 people just like you build a better relationship with money.

Bankruptcy or consumer proposal – we’ll help you choose the right path

A consumer proposal is an alternative to bankruptcy, and unlike a consolidation loan, it will actually reduce your debt. It ensures that you pay only some of the money you owe. The rest of the debt is forgiven–forever.

  • Stop collection calls and creditor action
  • We’ll negotiate with your creditors on your behalf
  • Monthly payments always based on what you can afford
  • 0% interest

If bankruptcy is the better fit for your situation, we’ll help you understand what to expect and how to move forward with confidence.

The Farber team helps you see things like they were before debt–with a personalized solution that’s easy to follow and saves you money.

Frequently Asked Questions

Debt doesn’t come with instructions. That’s where we come in.

You can do this. We can help.

Debt is a difficult thing to talk about. We know that it’s a hard first step to ask for help, but we’re committed to helping you see how to get out of debt to find the confidence to get started.