Bankruptcy Up By 25 In Southeast Saskatchewan

2016-05-12

Author: Ian Schofield

MNP Consumer Debt Index

As the downturn in oil prices continues to fall and is expected to continue its descent throughout the rest of 2016, many across the prairies are feeling the burden of a continually increase in the cost of living, paired with growing unemployment and a weakened loonie. In Southeast Saskatchewan, many are seeking viable debt solutions as they struggle beneath the weight of unmanageable (and growing) debt. MNP LTD Trustee Ian Schofield was interviewed by Discover MooseJaw to discuss the increase in insolvencies in Saskatchewan. The original article was originally posted online atDiscover MooseJaw on April 5, 2016. ​ ​​

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