Don't guess which system to use. Use the databases listed below. Each one links directly to an official Canadian Bankruptcies government portal.
- Court & criminal records: Search the Canadian Bankruptcies court and justice system databases listed below.
- Property & land records: Search the Canadian Bankruptcies land registry or property office databases.
- Business & company records: Search the Canadian Bankruptcies company registry for corporate filings.
- Vital records: Search the Canadian Bankruptcies civil registration office for birth, death, and marriage records.
Every source on this page is verified by SearchSystems.net - est. 1997.
About This Page
Canadian bankruptcy, insolvency, and receivership records are maintained under the federal Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and are searchable through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) and the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy (OSB). This page gathers the official portals for personal and corporate insolvency searches, unclaimed dividends, and related case law from CanLII.
Searches against the ISED bankruptcy database may carry a small fee; case-law reference on CanLII is free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free Canadian bankruptcy search?
The ISED Bankruptcy and Insolvency Records search is the official database; basic name searches are free, while full case details may be priced per report.
How do I claim unclaimed dividends from a Canadian bankruptcy?
Use the Canada Unclaimed Dividends Search portal from Industry Canada to check if funds are held in your name and follow the claim instructions on-site.