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Debts Owing to the Canada Revenue Agency
Many people believe that debts owing to CRA will never go away. That is not necessarily the case, particularly when an individual goes bankrupt or files a proposal under the provisions of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (“BIA”). However, prior to file personal bankruptcy or a consumer proposal, CRA has some significant legislated powers to collect debts.; including garnishing paycheques, seizing bank accounts.
Read MoreWhat Is The New Brunswick Personal Property Security Act (PPSA)?
PPSA legislation provides a central registry for filing notices of security interests in personal property, allows both individuals and institutions to record their financial interest in personal property (cars, boats, appliances, etc.). Bankruptcy eliminates all of your unsecured debt such as credit cards, bank loans, tax debts, unpaid bills and payday loans. However, secured debts such as vehicle loans, mortgages and home equity lines of credit are typically not included in a bankruptcy.
Read MoreWhat Assets Can PEI Residents Keep In Bankruptcy?
What asset can I keep? A Licensed Insolvency Trustee can help you identify which assets you can keep. There is a specific list of assets that you are allowed to keep when you file personal bankruptcy or consumer proposal. This list of assets is specific to the province in which you live.
Read MoreWhat Assets Can Nova Scotia Residents Keep In Bankruptcy?
What asset can I keep? A Licensed Insolvency Trustee can help you identify which assets you can keep. There is a specific list of assets that you are allowed to keep when you file personal bankruptcy or consumer proposal. This list of assets is specific to the province in which you live.
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