New Study Reveals BC Consumers Struggling to Meet Living Expenses Turning to Debt
Feb 2, 2026
Costs of living are now the top cause of problem debt for consumers surveyed in latest BC Consumer Debt Study from Sands & Associates. Sands & Associates’ 2025 BC Consumer Debt Study polled over 2,300 people across British Columbia who...Read more
Latest BC Consumer Debt Study Finds Costs of Living Driving Personal Debt Problems
Jan 19, 2026
Over 1 in 4 consumers polled in the 2025 BC Consumer Debt Study attributed the direct main cause of their debt to using credit for essential costs of living income could not cover – a first in the BC Consumer Debt Study series 13-year...Read more
Business Bankruptcy in BC
Oct 6, 2025
Dealing with debt issues as a business owner can be overwhelming, and many people don’t know what their responsibilities, rights, and remedies are when it comes to dealing with debts incurred through their business operations. A Licensed Insolvency Trustee...Read more
Division 1 Proposals for Business Debt
Oct 6, 2025
A common misconception among business owners is that the only option to deal with a struggling business is bankruptcy or receivership, nothing in between. Business owners often feel they are at the mercy of their creditors or bank. The reality is that a...Read more
Alternatives to Personal Bankruptcy
Aug 18, 2025
Many consumers dealing with overwhelming debt worry they have no way to solve a debt problem besides declaring bankruptcy – but this is often not the case. In Canada there are alternatives to personal bankruptcy that can help you manage, reduce, and pay...Read more
How to Manage Personal Debt and Finances Through Economic Instability
Jul 7, 2025
If you’re a BC consumer concerned about the effects of economic uncertainties on your personal finances, you’re not alone. For many people who are carrying debt, even a small change can upset a household budget and cause debt to become a serious problem....Read more
Debunking Common Consumer Debt Myths
Jun 2, 2025
Licensed Insolvency Trustees are Canada’s official debt help professionals, and we are uniquely qualified and empowered to offer advice and help to individuals looking for support and solutions to deal with their debt. Our job is to help you understand...Read more
How Does a Consumer Proposal Affect You?
May 5, 2025
A Consumer Proposal is a powerful debt solution provided by Licensed Insolvency Trustees that allows you to consolidate your debt and make your creditors an offer to repay the balance that you can reasonably afford, interest-free. Virtually all your...Read more
We Help with Debt – 35 Years and Counting
Apr 22, 2025
In early 2025 Sands & Associates reached a new milestone in our longstanding history as a firm of Licensed Insolvency Trustees dedicated to consumer debt help services in BC – our 35-year anniversary! As we celebrate this important milestone, we would...Read more
New Debt Study Uncovers How Debt Problems Impact BC Consumers
Jan 27, 2025
The latest BC Consumer Debt Study from Sands & Associates shows credit card bills are the number one driver of debt problems for BC consumers – and people are waiting longer than ever to seek debt help. Having polled over 2,100 people from around...Read more
Consumers Delay Seeking Debt Help Despite Drain on Mental Health – Latest BC Consumer Debt Study
Jan 20, 2025
Almost 4 in 5 consumers polled in the 2024 BC Consumer Debt Study say their mental health suffered being in debt and 40% of people surveyed waited more than two years to seek professional debt help. Findings from Sands & Associates’ 2024 BC...Read more
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How Do I Get a Consumer Proposal Loan?
Jul 10, 2023
Consumer Proposals are a unique solution for Canadians to consolidate and cut their debts, without needing new financing or loans. Read on to understand how filing a Consumer Proposal works, how you can finish a Consumer Proposal early – and why you should...Read more
What Happens When You Can’t Pay Your Debt?
Jul 10, 2019
Money problems often sneak up on consumers, and few people are prepared to face unexpected financial hardships that leave them unable to repay their debts as planned. If you’re worried about being unable to pay your credit cards or other debts, read on to...Read more
