Licensed Insolvency Trustee & Consumer Proposal Administrator
49 High Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada, L4N 5J4
Tel: (888) 491-6326
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
By appointment only.
Speak with our Licensed Insolvency Trustee to find out whether a consumer proposal or bankruptcy is the right next step for you.
For more than 45 years, we’ve helped over 200,000 Canadians find relief from unmanageable debt. Our Licensed Insolvency Trustees are Simcoe County’s trusted professionals for debt relief, offering deep knowledge of the region’s cost of living and financial pressures. They can review your situation, explain your options, and help you build a plan that supports long‑term financial stability.

If you live in Barrie or nearby communities like Innisfil and Orillia, our team can help you understand your options and take the next step with confidence. We support people facing rising living costs, growing balances, and increasing pressure from creditors.
Farber has supported individuals and families across Barrie and the wider Simcoe County region for decades. Our team understands the unique financial pressures that come with the area’s seasonal, tourist-driven employment, and rising housing costs.
LITs are the only professionals in Canada who can administer consumer proposals and bankruptcy.
Farber's Licensed Insolvency Trustees are federally regulated and adhere to professional standards.
Farber has helped Canadians for more than 45 years and supported over 200,000 people with debt-related challenges.
Our local team is here to listen, review your situation, and help you understand whether a consumer proposal or bankruptcy makes the most sense for you.
We support clients across Barrie and nearby communities, including Downtown Barrie, Allandale, Painswick, Bradford, Innisfil, Oro-Medonte, Collingwood, and Orillia.

A consumer proposal is a federally legislated debt relief option. It’s one of the most effective ways to regain financial control while keeping your assets and avoiding the long-term consequences of bankruptcy.
If you’re living in Barrie or surrounding areas like Innisfil or Orillia, our LITs can help you determine if a consumer proposal is the right path forward.
Wondering how much a consumer proposal in Barrie could actually save you? Use our free Debt Payment Calculator to compare what you’re paying now with what a consumer proposal could reduce your payments to, versus options like debt consolidation or minimum credit card payments over the next 5 years.
Instantly Compare:
● Total debt vs. total repayment
● Monthly payment estimates
● Interest savings over time
● Time to become debt-free
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If you’re struggling with debt in Barrie, it’s important to understand the difference between a consumer proposal and debt consolidation and which option offers the most long-term relief.
While both can simplify your payments, only one can reduce the total amount you owe without requiring new loans.
Yes, reduce debt by up to 80%
No
0% interest once filed
Yes, legally stops collection calls and wage garnishments
No credit check required
Yes
Yes, filed through a LIT
No, you repay 100% of what you owe
Yes, requires qualifying for a loan
Often 10-30% interest, depending on credit score
No legal protection; creditors can still contact you
Approval is based on credit rating, income and total debts
Yes
No, typically managed by a lender or private agency

For some people in Barrie, bankruptcy may be the most practical way to deal with overwhelming debt, especially if other options like a consumer proposal or consolidation loan aren’t viable.
Filing bankruptcy is a legal, government-regulated process that eliminates most unsecured debts and provides immediate protection from creditors. While it’s often considered a last resort, it can offer the fastest path to a fresh financial start.
Our local Barrie team will guide you through each step with clarity and compassion:
We assess your full financial picture and help you understand your options, including bankruptcy and alternatives.
If bankruptcy is the best solution, your LIT will prepare the legal paperwork and file it on your behalf.
Once filed, all wage garnishments, lawsuits, and collection efforts must stop by law with the exception of support payments.
Most first-time bankruptcies last 9 to 21 months. You’ll complete two credit counselling sessions and, once discharged, you’ll be legally released from your eligible debts.
If you’re struggling with specific types of debt in Barrie, we offer personalized solutions to help you break free, whether it’s credit card debt, payday loans, or another financial burden. Our local team is here to guide you through effective, legal options to regain control of your finances.

Talk to a Licensed Insolvency Trustee to understand your options and your best next step. Your consultation is free, confidential, and focused on finding the right solution for your situation.