About CollectorHQ

Independent research and data analysis for the Canadian debt collection industry. Meet our team and learn about our methodology.

CollectorHQ provides independent, research-backed analysis of the Canadian debt collection industry. Our mission is to bring transparency to an opaque industry—helping consumers understand their options and industry professionals benchmark compensation.

Our Research

We compile data from multiple sources to create the most comprehensive picture of the debt collection landscape:

  • Job postings from Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and agency websites
  • Employment contracts and offer letters (anonymized)
  • Industry interviews with collection managers, agents, and executives
  • Public filings from licensed collection agencies
  • Court records and regulatory documents

All data is cross-referenced and verified through multiple sources before publication.

Data Quality Standards

We exclude outliers and require at least 3 independent sources to confirm any data point. Our sample includes 87+ collection agencies across all Canadian provinces. Data is refreshed weekly.

Meet the Analyst

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Marcus Chen

Senior Financial Analyst

Marcus brings 12+ years of experience in debt restructuring, insolvency proceedings, and collection economics. Previously worked with Licensed Insolvency Trustees analyzing consumer proposal viability and creditor recovery rates.

His research has been cited by consumer advocacy groups and financial planning organizations across Canada.

  • B.Comm, University of Toronto (Finance)
  • Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Professional (CIRP) Candidate
  • Former analyst at Grant Thornton LLP

Editorial Standards

Independence: CollectorHQ is not affiliated with any collection agency, debt buyer, or insolvency firm. Our research is funded through educational partnerships and does not influence our findings.

Accuracy: We correct errors promptly. If you spot an inaccuracy, contact us.

Transparency: We disclose our methodology and data sources. When data is estimated or limited, we say so.

Contact

For research inquiries, data partnerships, or corrections:

Email: research@collectorhq.io

Note: We cannot provide personal financial advice. For debt help, consult a Licensed Insolvency Trustee or credit counselor in your province.

Last updated: January 24, 2026