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Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy

The OSB is part of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada. We carry out our regulatory, administrative, and supervisory duties at arm's length from the Government of Canada.

The OSB is responsible for administration of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA), as well as certain duties under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA). We license and regulate the insolvency profession, ensure an efficient and effective regulatory framework, supervise stakeholder compliance with the insolvency process, and maintain public records and statistics.

Bouchard (Phoenix Pay System) Class Action

A settlement has been reached in the Bouchard class action against the Government of Canada. Consult the first notification to class members to learn more about the settlement, who is included in the class action, how to participate in the settlement approval hearing, or how to opt out of the class action.

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Services and information

Search Bankruptcy and Insolvency Records

Access information on all bankruptcies and proposals filed in Canada.

Find a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT)

Search for persons licensed by the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy to administer bankruptcies and proposals.

 

Search CCAA Records

Get a list of companies that have been granted protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act.

You owe money

Learn about informal and formal steps you can take to manage your debts, including filing a consumer proposal or bankruptcy.

 

Search Unclaimed Dividends

Owed money from a debtor's past bankruptcy? Search for unclaimed dividends and find out how to submit a claim to recover the money owed to you.

You are owed money

Learn what to do if you are a creditor in a bankruptcy or a proposal; includes description of the processes.

 

For Licensed Insolvency Trustees (LIT)

Access forms and guidance. You can also find out how to become a Licensed Insolvency Trustee or update your information.

Insolvency statistics

See the latest monthly, quarterly and annual reports on insolvency statistics in Canada, and the latest quarterly reports on the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act ( CCAA ).

 

Accessibility

ISED  understands that Schedule IV of the Financial Administration Act applies to  OSB . The  OSB  is under  ISED ’s financial structure and is not considered a separate entity in terms of financial reporting in the department.  OSB  is included and supported by the 2023-2025 Accessibility Plan and Description of Feedback Process. Access the 2023 Progress Report for results of our activities to improve how our organization contributes to the goal of an accessible and barrier-free Canada.

Debt Solutions Portal

There are many options to deal with debt, but if it sounds too good to be true—it probably is. Visit the Debt Solutions Portal for options you can trust to help you with your debt.

 

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