A consumer proposal can only be filed for non-mortgage debt up to $250,000. Bankruptcy has no limit to the amount of debt that can be included, only a minimum of $1000.
It will lower your credit score initially. Your creditors may not approve your proposal; however, this is rare – 99% of consumer proposals are accepted. If you miss three consecutive payments, it will be automatically annulled, and your debts will return.
Secured credit cards A secured credit card is a great way to build credit after filing either a proposal or bankruptcy. After filing for bankruptcy, a secured credit card is really your only option.