How Long Does Bankruptcy Last in Canada? Timelines & Credit Impact (2026)

Find out how long bankruptcy lasts in Canada: 9 to 21 months for a first filing, plus 6 years on your credit report after discharge. See each timeline.
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See if you qualify for RAP, how to apply in six steps, and why your monthly federal student loan payment can drop to $0 based on your family income.
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Find out exactly what happens after your consumer proposal is approved in Canada - from the 45-day creditor window to credit rebuilding and your Certificate of Full Performance.
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Struggling with gambling debt in Canada? See if it can go into a consumer proposal or bankruptcy, where to find free help, and how you'll rebuild your credit.
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Loan payment deferral in Canada: see how it works for mortgages, cards and student loans, what it costs, the credit impact, and when other options fit better.
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Find out exactly how long a consumer proposal takes in Canada - from filing to discharge - including creditor voting, repayment, and credit recovery timelines.
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Spot a fake CRA email in seconds. You'll learn the red flags, what the CRA never does, how to report it, and what to do if you've already clicked or paid.
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Find out who pays your debt after you die in Canada. Debts come out of the estate first, and you'll see who's liable, which debts survive and what executors do.
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Compare Canada's best debt relief options - consumer proposals, bankruptcy, consolidation & more. Learn how to choose wisely and avoid costly mistakes.
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Not sure if bankruptcy is necessary? Use this Canadian step-by-step checklist to compare bankruptcy, consumer proposals and other debt relief options.
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