Licensed Insolvency Trustee - Bankruptcies and Consumer Proposals

Reduce your debt by up to 80%

Thousands of Canadians have trusted Doyle Salewski’s Licensed Insolvency Trustees to help them get out of debt.

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Why trust Doyle Salewski?

Fast Response

Immediate help with your debt situation - we'll reach out to you right away

Fully Transparent

No hidden fees or surprises - we'll explain everything in plain language

100% Confidential

We go above and beyond to make sure your privacy is respected at every step

Licensed & Regulated

Our trustees are licensed by the government and follow strict professional standards

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In just three steps, you can leave debt behind. We’ll guide you with the care and expertise Doyle Salewski is known for across Ontario and Quebec.

Book A Free Consultation

Meet with a certified Debt Relief Manager to discuss your financial situation and explore solutions tailored to you.

Assessment & Planning

We’ll evaluate your income, expenses, and debts to create a personalized plan that fits your budget and helps you move toward financial freedom.

Start Path To Debt Freedom

Once you’re ready, we handle the paperwork and creditor negotiations, making the process smooth so you can focus on a fresh start.

A popular alternative to bankruptcy

Consumer Proposals

A consumer proposal is an alternative to bankruptcy that allows you to repay a portion of your debt over time. This legally binding agreement between you and your creditors can reduce your total debt and provide immediate relief from collection actions. We’ll work with you to create a manageable repayment plan that fits your budget.

Affordable repayment plan

Asset protection

No interest

Protection from creditors

FAQ

Common questions about Consumer Proposals

If I owe taxes, can they be included in a consumer proposal?

Yes. Personal income tax, HST, GST, and PST are all debts that can be included in a consumer proposal. If you owe a significant amount of tax debt, you should see a trustee immediately.

A proposal can be refused, but if it’s reasonable, your creditors are likely to accept it. At Doyle Salewski our Proposal Acceptance Rate is 99%.
If you’d like to keep your home, you will be to do so under a consumer proposal. Even if it turns out that you are better off with bankruptcy if retaining the house makes sense from an emotional, family, and financial viewpoint, then we will make it happen.
Creditors must stop calling you for payment as soon as they are notified of your filing, whether you have told them about it yourself when they call or they have received the proposal documents from the trustee. If one of your creditors or a collection agency continues to harass you, let us know and we will deal with it immediately.

You are required to attend two counselling sessions in order to complete your proposal. Counselling is normally one on one with yourself and your Debt Relief Manager and covers areas such as:

  • money management skills
  • budgeting
  • enhancing clients’ well being
  • goal setting
  • implementing lifestyle changes
  • how to prevent a relapse
  • securing family co-operation
  • examining what brought about your financial distress.
In a Consumer Proposal, our fees are paid according to a government tariff that your Debt Relief Manager will explain to you when your proposal is put together. The fee will be included in the amount you pay to the trustee for distribution to your creditors. There will be no surprises or extra charges.

Save up to 80% on your debt!

Apply for Debt Relief

Qualifying for debt relief is as simple as letting us know how much debt you have and what kind.

A structured path to financial recovery

Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy is a legal process designed to help individuals and businesses eliminate or repay their debts under the protection of the bankruptcy court. For individuals, personal bankruptcy provides a fresh start by discharging most debts or establishing a repayment plan. For businesses, bankruptcy can offer a way to restructure or liquidate assets to pay off creditors and regain financial stability. 

Clear path to recovery

Immediate debt relief

Structured legal process

Protection from creditors

FAQ

Common questions about Bankruptcy

What will a Licensed Insolvency Trustee do for me?
A Licensed Insolvency Trustee is an expert who will provide a free consultation to determine if, when, and how you should proceed & explain options other than bankruptcy, such as consolidation loans, remortgaging your home, borrowing from family/friends, budgeting, proposals, and/or selling assets.
Only a licensed insolvency trustee can initiate and process bankruptcy proceedings. You generally don’t need a lawyer unless your circumstances are particularly complex, in which case your trustee will work with your choice of counsel.
Most personal bankruptcies go undetected by family and friends. Only creditors and their agencies are formally advised by mail. Doyle Salewski Inc. will only discuss your bankruptcy with you, your creditors and bankruptcy officials.

No. In fact, a Canadian bank cannot refuse to open a personal bank account for any of the following reasons:

  • bankruptcy
  • joblessness
  • lack of deposit funds at the time of opening the account
To find out more about personal bankruptcy and to determine whether you’re eligible to declare Bankruptcy —or if doing so is even your best option—you’ll need to speak with a licensed trustee. At Doyle Salewski, your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation, so call one of our professionals today, and let us help you find your path to financial relief.

Doyle Salewski: Expert Debt Relief Strategies For Canadians

At Doyle Salewski, our professional credit counsellors can help you put your finances in order and achieve a debt-free future – all while treating you with respect, dignity, and compassion.

Whether you’ve been feeling the effects of debt stress for a while or you’re just beginning to see problems developing, you’re here because you need help. Fear, stress, and even embarrassment, however, can make it difficult to reach out.

FAQ

Common questions about free consultations

Is there a cost to the free consultation?

Your free consultation is free, fully confidential, and carries no obligation. If you decide to proceed with any of the options presented to you, your debt relief manager will determine the cost at that time, based on the choice you make.

While Doyle Salewski’s head office is in Ottawa, we have a number of locations throughout Ontario and Western Quebec. Choose the one most convenient to you. We’re open during regular business hours from Monday to Friday. We can usually see you on the same day or within a few days.

We’ll need to know your monthly income, personal expenses, assets, and liabilities so that we can properly advise you.  It’s helpful to have this information on hand when you call.
Using the information you bring with you, your Debt Relief Manager will review your assets and debts so that he/she can suggest your best options.
It isn’t necessary but can be helpful to have another set of eyes and ears present when you meet with your Debt Relief Manager. If someone has co-signed your debts, you might consider inviting them to attend with you. It’s also good for couples to attend together so that both parties understand the family budgeting and debt-related issues.
Your free consultation should take between one and two hours depending on your situation.

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At Doyle Salewski, we offer a range of services designed to help you navigate financial difficulties and regain control of your finances. Our expert team is here to provide the support and solutions you need, tailored to your unique situation.

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