What Collection Agency Does City of Toronto Use?
Last updated: February 2026
If you have an unpaid account with City of Toronto, your debt can be assigned to a third-party collection agency.
| Agency | Source |
|---|---|
| ARO Inc | Consumer reported |
| CBV Collection Services | Consumer reported |
| Credit Bureau of Canada Collections | Consumer reported |
| Financial Debt Recovery (FDR) | Consumer reported |
| Gatestone & Co. | Consumer reported |
| General Credit Services | Consumer reported |
| MJR Capital Services | Consumer reported |
| Partners in Credit Inc | Consumer reported |
| PRA Group Canada | Consumer reported |
| Transworld Systems Canada | Consumer reported |
Based on user submitted entries, consumer reports and public records. They don't represent confirmed business relationships with City of Toronto. Always verify the agency's identity before making any payment.
What happens if you owe City of Toronto money?
City of Toronto will attempt to collect internally first with reminder letters, phone calls, text messages and emails.
If the account stays unpaid after 90 to 180 days, City of Toronto assigns or sells the debt to a collection agency. The agency then contacts you directly.
Why is City of Toronto sending me to collections?
Unpaid bills, outstanding account balances, or unresolved charges. Accounts typically go to collections after 90 to 180 days of non-payment.
What to do if City of Toronto sends you to collections
- Don't acknowledge the debt or make a payment until you've confirmed it's legitimate.
- Request written verification: the original creditor's name (City of Toronto), the account reference, and the total amount.
- Cross-check the amount against your City of Toronto records.
- If valid: pay in full, negotiate a settlement or set up a payment plan.
- If you don't recognise the debt, dispute it in writing.
Can I deal with City of Toronto directly?
Sometimes. Contact City of Toronto's customer service or billing department. Some companies will recall accounts from collections if you arrange payment directly with them.
Will this affect my credit score?
Yes. A collection entry from an unpaid City of Toronto account lowers your credit score and stays on your report for 6 years from the date of last activity in most provinces.