Licensed Insolvency Trustees in Edmonton, Alberta

Licensed Insolvency Trustees in Edmonton, Alberta

Licensed Insolvency Trustees (LITs) in Edmonton are federally regulated professionals who administer consumer proposals and bankruptcies under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA). They are the only professionals legally authorised to file these proceedings in Canada.

What LITs Do in Alberta

A Licensed Insolvency Trustee in Edmonton, Alberta provides a comprehensive assessment of your financial situation and explains all available options — not just insolvency proceedings. Services include:

• Consumer proposals: Negotiating with creditors to repay a portion of unsecured debt over up to 5 years, with legal protection from collection actions.
• Personal bankruptcy: Administering the bankruptcy process, including surplus income calculations and discharge requirements.
• Financial counselling: Two mandatory counselling sessions during insolvency proceedings, covering budgeting, credit rebuilding, and financial planning.
• Informal consultations: Evaluating whether insolvency is necessary or if alternatives like consolidation or DMPs would be more appropriate.

Alberta Exemptions

LITs in Alberta apply provincial exemption rules when assessing your file. In Alberta, you can protect up to $40,000 in home equity, $5,000 in vehicle value, $4,000 in household goods, and $10,000 in tools of trade. Exempt (except last 12 months contributions). Alberta has some of Canada's most generous exemptions.

Finding a Trustee in Edmonton

There are 40 verified providers serving Edmonton. All LITs are licensed by the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy (OSB) — you can verify any trustee's licence on the OSB's public registry at ic.gc.ca. Initial consultations are typically free and confidential. When choosing a trustee in Edmonton, Alberta, look for experience with your type of debt situation and confirm they serve your local area.