--- title: Frank Fabiano date: 2025-08-05T13:37:00-04:00 canonical_url: "https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/about-us/our-team/frank-fabiano-about-me" section: Pages --- # Hello, I'm **Frank Fabiano!** I'm a Licensed Insolvency Trustee offering debt solutions to individuals across Ontario. I can help you find your financial fresh start through a **consumer proposal** or **bankruptcy.** [ Email Frank ](mailto:frank.fabiano@doane.gt.ca) [ Call Frank (1-905-323-7166) ](tel:19053237166) ![Headshot of our Licensed Insolvency Trustee, Frank Fabiano, on a background of purple circles and number icons.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Content-block-imagery-and-graphics/_imageLarge/Frank-Fabiano_2025-04-30-181605_rvpz.png) ## **About me** As a Licensed Insolvency Trustee with more than 30 years of experience, I've developed the expertise needed to tackle even the most complex insolvency or restructuring situations. I'm committed to helping my clients overcome their debt, by providing them with practical financial solutions. I'm passionate about promoting financial literacy and frequently present on the topic to professional groups, financial institutions, and business associations. I'm also a volunteer on various committees of CAIRP (Canadian Association of Insolvency Restructuring Professionals) and volunteer at the Marda Loop Community Association in Calgary. When I'm not working, I enjoy fishing, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends. ![Two photos of our Licensed Insolvency Trustee, Frank. The image on the left shows Frank standing in the grass next to a body of water fishing. The image on the right shows Frank standing in water holding a fish that he has caught.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Content-block-imagery-and-graphics/_imageLarge/Frank-fishing_2025-04-30-182631_uulk.png) ## **Qualifications** - Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A), Accounting and Computer Science - Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) - Chartered Insolvency and Restructuring Professional (CIRP) - Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) ## How Frank has **helped:** ### **Give yourself this gift.** After living in shame for years, it took a toll on me. I bit the bullet so to speak and reached out for help and was referred to Doane Grant Thornton. Nicole made it far easier and less stressful than I could ever imagine it would be. She explained things very precisely and in an understandable fashion. There was no judgment only support and compassion. And helped gain a sense of control for the first time in ages. If you are thinking about doing a consumer proposal or bankruptcy, I highly encourage you reaching out to them to discuss your options. You will not be sorry. Go into the new year with the financial burdens being manageable. Thank you so much to Nicole and **Frank**. I am beyond grateful for all you have done to help and support me. Give yourself this gift. — Karen G. (Winnipeg, MB) ### **Very comfortable and professional.** I was nervous and ashamed when I first contacted them regarding a consumer proposal because it was embarrassing for me. The whole process from first consultation to the end was very comfortable and professional. They made me feel like a regular person the whole time and explained to me the process. Definitely recommend to anybody. — Anonymous (Edmonton, AB) ### **I can see the light!** We are so grateful with Doane Grant Thornton for providing us with professional guidance throughout this tough process. I would highly recommend this company to people like us, under huge stress due to financial problems. I can see the light once more! — Francisco C. (Calgary, AB) ### **They really did save my life!** I didn’t think I had a way out. A friend told me about Doane Grant Thornton so I booked a consult, with pretty much no hope anything could be done to “save” me. Well, to my surprise, they said they could help! After a very nice phone consultation I actually had answers and real HOPE! Now it’s not even two weeks later and my consumer proposal has been filed. I can once again breathe!! They really did save my life. — Megan S. (Edmonton, AB) ### **I am so thankful for Grant Thornton.** I had worked hard to establish myself in life, and in less than one year, I lost everything except my house. I couldn't do anything to get myself out of where I had landed. In 2017, I spoke to the people at Doane Grant Thornton and they showed me a better way to fix my situation than a second bankruptcy. They helped me file and get through a Consumer Proposal, and they never once looked down at me, or treated me like I was a deadbeat. They understood that life can change in the blink of an eye, and they helped me get through every step of the process and complete everything. I have been cleared for over a year now and have fully restored my credit rating and re-established my credit. I have done this in a much better way than I used to, and I am so thankful for Doane Grant Thornton. — Elizabeth H. (Calgary, AB) ### **It was the BEST decision I could have made!** Absolutely great company. I recently did a consumer proposal, and it was the BEST decision I could have made for myself and my family. It's hard for families these days, and debt shouldn't bring you down! Give these guys a call if you're struggling as well! — Josh E. (Edmonton, AB) ## Learn from Frank - check out these helpful articles he's written: ![Young woman sitting at a table filling out paperwork. She has a drink next to her on the table as well as her eyeglasses and phone open to the calculator app.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/24001/income-tax-debt-CP-SQUARE.webp) ### [ Can you reduce tax debt with a consumer proposal? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/can-you-reduce-tax-debt-with-a-consumer-proposal) Feeling overwhelmed by CRA tax debt and the maze of forms, credits, deductions and benefits? Learn how filing a consumer proposal through a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) can reduce the amount of income tax debt you owe to the CRA. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/can-you-reduce-tax-debt-with-a-consumer-proposal) ![Sad woman sitting on couch being consoled by friend.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/26594/help-with-debt-square-Copy.webp) ### [ How to help friends or family struggling with debt ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/how-to-help-friends-or-family-struggling-with-debt) Debt can be a heavy burden that many people struggle with alone. How can you help the people you care about if they’re struggling with debt? Read on to learn more. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/how-to-help-friends-or-family-struggling-with-debt) ![Person working at a desk with a laptop, calculator, and notepad.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/27910/how-to-rebuild-credit-square.webp) ### [ How to build credit in Canada: A guide for beginners ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/how-to-build-credit-in-canada-a-guide-for-beginners) Whether you’re new to Canada, new to independent living, or looking for a new financial start, understanding credit is essential to achieving a stable financial future. Credit can be confusing at first, but once you understand how it works—and how to build it—you’ll be in a much better position to rent an apartment, buy a car, or even get a mortgage. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/how-to-build-credit-in-canada-a-guide-for-beginners) ![Couple sitting on the couch at home with a laptop smiling and laughing.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/49729/Can-I-file-for-bankruptcy-if-I-own-a-home-SQUARE.webp) ### [ Can I file for bankruptcy if I own a house? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-can-i-file-for-bankruptcy-if-i-own-a-house) Owning a home is a major milestone for many Canadians. The thought of losing that home after years of hard work is scary—but so is drowning in debt. This leaves many homeowners to wonder: can I file for bankruptcy and keep my house? [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-can-i-file-for-bankruptcy-if-i-own-a-house) ![Two people sit at a table reviewing documents, engaged in discussion in a professional office.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/51760/using-a-trustee-square.webp) ### [ How can a Licensed Insolvency Trustee help with my debt? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-how-can-a-licensed-insolvency-trustee-help-with-my-debt) Personal debt has a way of popping up like weeds—one minute everything’s fine, and the next you’re wondering how things got so out of control. The good news is you don’t have to tackle the cleanup on your own. Licensed Insolvency Trustees are federally regulated, highly trained, and genuinely committed to helping people step out of debt and into a fresh financial start. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-how-can-a-licensed-insolvency-trustee-help-with-my-debt) ![A man and a woman are unpacking boxes in a room with large windows and yellow curtains. The man is removing a wrapped item from the box, and the woman is looking at a notebook that she is holding. They are surrounded by cardboard boxes.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/28223/renting-with-bad-credit-square.webp) ### [ How to rent in Canada with bad credit ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-how-to-rent-in-canada-with-bad-credit) Debt can impact more than your bank account. It can affect your relationships, your mental health, and even your ability to find a place to live. If you’re dealing with bad credit, you might be wondering if renting an apartment is even possible. It is—but it might take a little extra effort. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-how-to-rent-in-canada-with-bad-credit) ![Yellow pickup truck being put on a tow truck](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/15967/image-1.webp) ### [ How does car repossession work and how can I avoid it? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/car-repossession) Car loans are a significant part of household debt. We've put together answers to the most common questions about car repossession in Canada to help you understand what to expect and what you can do to avoid it. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/car-repossession) ![The outside of a yellow house](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/15927/heloc-square.webp) ### [ Should I use a HELOC to pay down debt? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/should-i-use-a-heloc-to-pay-down-debt) As you pay down your mortgage, the equity tied in your home can be an appealing asset to manage financial stress. A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) lets you use the equity in your home to cover large expenses or pay off debt, but is it worth the risk? [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/should-i-use-a-heloc-to-pay-down-debt) ![Person holding a yellow umbrella while walking down the street on a rainy day.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/14479/rainy-fund-square-2.webp) ### [ Saving for a rainy day: How to start an emergency fund ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-saving-for-a-rainy-day-how-to-start-an-emergency-fund) We've all been told to save for a "rainy day", but many Canadians won’t have money left over at the end of today. In 2024, 66% of Canadians had to cut back on saving to cover the high cost of living. So, if that’s the reality, why should Canadian's set money aside for a rainy day when they’re still in the middle of the storm? [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-saving-for-a-rainy-day-how-to-start-an-emergency-fund) ![Man with a beard and wearing a yellow shirt holds a megaphone and raises one arm in the air.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/14255/strike-square.webp) ### [ Do I get paid while on strike? And other financial concerns ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/do-i-get-paid-while-on-strike) From negotiations to the picket line, a strike makes your day-to-day schedule—and your finances—unpredictable. Whether you’re part of a public service, private, or trade union, we’ve addressed four common financial concerns you might have while on strike. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/do-i-get-paid-while-on-strike) ![Medical student reviewing his student line of credit](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/Web-image-square/_articleThumbMedium/13455/sloc-square.webp) ### [ What is a student line of credit? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-what-is-a-student-line-of-credit) Student loans don't always cover the entire cost of advanced degrees like law school, medical school, or veterinary college. While student lines of credit may provide students with the financial support required to complete thes professional degrees, this type of debt has unique risks compared to government student loans. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-what-is-a-student-line-of-credit) ![Wooden house representing more Canadians homeowners facing mortgage delinquency](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/Web-image-square/_articleThumbMedium/13224/mortgage-affordability-square.webp) ### [ Six ways to make your mortgage payment more affordable ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-six-ways-to-make-your-mortgage-payment-more-affordable) Are you worried about an upcoming mortgage renewal? You’re not alone. Interest rates in Canada are significantly higher than 2020 and expected to remain so, meaning homeowners with mortgage renewals could see their monthly payments increase by $400+. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-six-ways-to-make-your-mortgage-payment-more-affordable) ![Three people in a modern office—one presenting a document, one listening, and one with head down on the table.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/29934/employer-bankruptcy-article-square.webp) ### [ What happens if your employer goes bankrupt? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-what-happens-if-your-employer-goes-bankrupt) Work plays a major role in our lives. While your job can be fulfilling, it can also bring stress—especially when uncertainty arises. If your employer is experiencing financial trouble, it’s natural to feel concerned about what that could mean for your future. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-what-happens-if-your-employer-goes-bankrupt) ![Middle-aged male and older female, both dressed in black, standing over a coffin with yellow roses laid on it.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/_articleThumbMedium/23640/debt-and-death-square.webp) ### [ What happens to debt after death? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-what-happens-to-debt-after-death) No one wants to think about money after losing a loved one, but a concern that we often hear is what happens to debt after death? To bring some clarity, we’ve answered some of the most common questions people have about death and debt. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/article-what-happens-to-debt-after-death) ## **Take the first step** to debt freedom Speak to one of our debt solutions professionals during a free, no-obligation consultation. [ Book a free consultation ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/get-in-touch/contact-us)