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This Company, and Cindy Wallas in particular, have been incredibly helpful dealing with my financial troubles. She was incredibly helpful guiding me through the process, and helped me feel calm throug... See more
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Support and understanding and most importantly guidance was very quick, and very much appreciated. At a horribly stressful time I felt taken care of. I cannot say thank you enough.
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Founded in 1990 and currently operating from a network of local offices throughout BC – Sands & Associates are multi-year Consumer Choice Award winners who provide individuals and small businesses with real solutions to debt. As Licensed Insolvency Trustees, we are the people who can legally shield you from your creditors when you need a plan to deal with your debts.
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Local offices throughout BC, Canada
- 1-800-661-3030
- info@sands-trustee.com
- www.sands-trustee.com
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Both Omer and Jennifer were very…
Both Omer and Jennifer were very helpful throughout the process! They were always there to answer my questions and made me feel comfortable. I appreciate the effort and work that was put into my file.
19 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Our staff are available to answer any questions or concerns you may have to ensure you feel comfortable in moving towards being debt free.
Everything I needed
My debt wasn't huge, but it was still holding me back. Doing a consumer proposal was a strategic move to gain financial freedom and rebuild my credit. The people at Sands and Associates were very helpful. Making the transition easy for me to do. I will easily recommend them to anyone trying to rebuild their life financially
4 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your experience with us and recommending our office. We are glad you found a consumer proposal was the best choice for you in your journey to financial freedom and rebuilding your credit.
I had a very positive experience with…
I had a very positive experience with Sands & Associates. From the very beginning, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive. They took the time to clearly explain all of my options and made sure I felt comfortable every step of the way.
What really stood out to me was their empathy and understanding—they never made me feel judged, and they handled everything with discretion and respect. The process was much smoother than I expected, and they were always available to answer questions or provide reassurance when needed.
I would highly recommend Sands & Associates to anyone looking for trustworthy, compassionate, and expert financial guidance. They truly go above and beyond to help their clients move forward with confidence.
10 February 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. Our staff take time to guide our clients through the insolvency process with knowledge and compassion to help those who contact us to move forward to being debt free. We are glad you felt respected and understood and are looking forward to a debt free future.
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Thank you for your kind review.
My experience I felt the question asked…
My experience I felt the question asked were very helpful with my understanding the importance in learning how to budget my income and keep track of all my spending habits and how to live with what my needs not what I want will make me financially stable in my future.
24 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad you found the questions helpful and that you will be able to move forward in the process of becoming debt free.
It was well explained easy to…
It was well explained easy to understand
Happy to get my debt reduced by 70 % in the proposal
3 February 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad you have chosen Sands and Associates to assist you in the process of becoming debt free.
Staff is amazing
Staff is amazing, Hannah and her team made the process very easy. There was no pressure getting paper work emailed off to her and her team because I took forever getting my document's together.. they made it easy and I'm very great full to her and her team..
No more collection calls no more threatening emails.highly recommended
Sands &Associates.
24 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
We are pleased that you found the process straight forward and pressure free. Hannah is understanding in her guidance of clients through the insolvency process. We are glad you were able to take the first step to financial freedom from debt.
Sands & Associates is a company that…
Sands & Associates is a company that truly have your best interests.
16 February 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your kind words. We strive to assist our clients in a kind and understanding manner.
Made the process very comfortable and…
Made the process very comfortable and easy to understand my options. Patient and kind staff
11 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are pleased our team was able to provide you with your best options in an understandable manner.
Great communication quickly got…
Great communication quickly got everything done would recommend
23 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your kind words and referral. Providing clear communication about available options for each client's individual situation is something we stive for.
Highly recommend for financial peace of mind!
I had an excellent experience with Sands & Associates. Dealing with financial stress is incredibly difficult, but their team was understanding, professional, and completely non-judgmental. They clearly explained all my options and helped me find a clear path forward. I finally feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. Thank you so much for your help!
16 February 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your review and kind words. We are pleased to hear that our staff provided assistance to you in a stress-free manner. We approach each client's situation with compassion and understanding and believe our professionalism is what sets us apart.
She was friendly to talk to lots of…
She was friendly to talk to lots of information very comfortable. I recommend her to anybody Arron Robinson.
18 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are pleased that Dana was able to provide you with the information best suited for your situation.
Professional, quick responses and very helpful.
I had a really good experience with Sands & Associates. They were very helpful throughout the process and always responded quickly whenever I had questions, which I really appreciated. Everything was explained clearly, and I never felt lost or unsure about what was happening. I’m very satisfied and would definitely recommend them.
18 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your review. We're glad to hear you had such a positive experience and felt supported throughout the entire process. Providing clear communication and timely responses is very important to us, and it's great to know you never felt unsure or lost along the way.
We appreciate your recommendations and your trust in Sands & Associates.
Yulia was such a helpful person and…
Yulia was such a helpful person and made me feel at ease
17 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear Yuliya was able to help you feel at ease—that's exactly the kind of support we strive to provide.
Friendly and knowledgeable associates
Friendly and knowledgeable associates. No feeling of pressure with a sense of understanding and a willingness to listen. Highly recommended.
17 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your review and recommendation. We're happy to hear you felt supported by our team and you experienced a pressure-free environment.
The team should know my work schedule…
The team should know my work schedule as they were informed during the deep probe into getting help in the first place
Scheduling me for counseling when they already know I would be at work dosent help and does not inspire confidence in this team
10 March 2026
I recently fell financially having…
I recently fell financially having thought i needed to file for bankruptcy. But with Katherine Harrison helped me get into a consumers proposal. She dramatically took the weight off my shoulders. Thabk goodness for her work snd time she put into my case. Forever grateful
10 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear Katherine was able to guide you toward a consumer proposal and help lift that weight off your shoulders. Katherine is an incredible asset to our team, and every client is happy to work with her. We are grateful for your trust and happy we could support you through this process.
Had a great experience with Sands &…
Had a great experience with Sands & Associates. Very simple to navigate
16 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your kind review. We're pleased to hear you had a great experience and found the process simple to navigate. Thank you for choosing Sands & Associates.
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear you found our service expedient and professional.
Professional and supportive service
Very professional and helpful service. The team at Sands & Associates explained the process clearly and supported me throughout my consumer proposal.
12 March 2026
Reply from Sands & Associates
Thank you for your kind review. We're happy to hear our team was able to clearly explain the process and support you throughout your consumer proposal. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and your trust in Sands & Associates.
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