--- title: Freida Richer date: 2025-08-05T13:38:00-04:00 canonical_url: "https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/about-us/our-team/freida-richer-about-me" section: Pages --- # Hello, I'm **Freida Richer!** I'm a Licensed Insolvency Trustee offering debt solutions to individuals across Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and the territories. I can help you find your financial fresh start through a **consumer proposal** or **bankruptcy.** [ Email Freida ](mailto:freida.richer@doane.gt.ca) [ Call Freida (1-780-442-1990) ](tel:17804421990) ![Headshot of our Licensed Insolvency Trustee, Freida Richer, on a background of purple circles and number icons.](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Content-block-imagery-and-graphics/_imageLarge/Freida-Richer_2025-04-30-181423_ebwy.png) ## **About me** What do I love most about my job? Helping people regain control of their debt and witnessing the fulfilment helping others brings to our team. Over the past 30 years, I've worked in both corporate and consumer insolvency. In 2007, I received my CIRP designation and was appointed a Licensed Insolvency Trustee. Since then, I’ve focused on providing Albertans with viable options for resolving their financial difficulties. Additionally, I'm a member of the Canadian Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Professionals (CAIRP) and have served on the Board of Directors for the Alberta Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Professionals (AAIRP). I’m also passionate about bringing awareness to the importance of financial literacy. Over the last 10 years, I’ve been a regular commentator on Global News Morning Edmonton’s “Money Smarts” segment, which you can watch on the last Monday of every month. When I'm not working, I enjoy hiking with my dog, Einstein, and strength training at the gym. [ Watch Freida on Global News Morning Edmonton! ](https://globalnews.ca/?s=Freida+Richer&type=video) ## **Qualifications** - Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance - Chartered Insolvency and Restructuring Professional (CIRP) - Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) ## How Freida has **helped:** ### **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) ### **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) ### **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 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) ### **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) ## **Learn from Freida** - check out these helpful articles she's written: ![Person holding a pen drawing a large dollar sign on a piece of paper](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/Web-image-square/_articleThumbMedium/6519/whats-the-difference-between-a-consolidation-loan-and-a-consumer-proposal.jpg.webp) ### [ Debt consolidation loans vs. consumer proposals: What’s the difference? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/consolidation-loan-vs-consumer-proposal-whats-the-difference) Debt consolidation and consumer proposals are both options to consolidate most debt payments. Learn how each works. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/consolidation-loan-vs-consumer-proposal-whats-the-difference) ![Man seated at a desk contemplating filing personal bankruptcy](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/Web-image-square/_articleThumbMedium/6523/The-reality-of-bankruptcy.webp) ### [ The reality of personal bankruptcy: What to know and expect ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/the-reality-of-personal-bankruptcy) If you’re wondering if bankruptcy is the right debt solution for you, this article can help you understand the process and considerations. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/the-reality-of-personal-bankruptcy) ![Person holding shopping bags after splurging on a sale](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/Web-image-square/_articleThumbMedium/6530/Which-spending-personality-are-you.jpg.webp) ### [ What's your spending personality? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/which-spending-personality-are-you) Have you ever set a financial goal only to let old spending habits take over? Discover your spending personality type to see how you could be held back financially. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/which-spending-personality-are-you) ![Man seated at a desk contemplating filing a consumer proposal](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/Web-image-square/_articleThumbMedium/6614/why-consumer-proposals-are-becoming-the-more-attractive-option-in-canada.webp) ### [ Why are consumer proposals becoming the more attractive option for debt relief? ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/why-are-consumer-proposals-becoming-the-more-attractive-option-for-debt-relief) A consumer proposal is an offer to your creditors to repay a portion of the debt you owe. Learn how it could help you get your finances on track. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/why-are-consumer-proposals-becoming-the-more-attractive-option-for-debt-relief) ![Two hands holding a yellow piggy bank, symbolizing the importance of financial goal setting](https://pr-assets.grantthorntonlimited.ca/craftcmsimages/Article-imagery/Web-image-square/_articleThumbMedium/6605/Realistic-financial-goal-setting-with-7-examples-.jpg.webp) ### [ Financial goal setting: 7 realistic examples you can achieve ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/setting-financial-goals-7-realistic-examples) Setting achievable financial goals gives you a sense of direction, helps guide decision-making, and is a source of motivation. [ Read this article ](https://grantthorntonlimited.ca/en/debt-help-resources/articles/setting-financial-goals-7-realistic-examples) ## **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)