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Debt Collection Validation Letter

Debt Collection Validation Letter Template for Canada

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Debt Collection Validation Letter

"I need a Debt Collection Validation Letter to respond to ABC Collections Agency regarding an unknown debt of $5,000 they claim I owe from Rogers Communications, which I've never had an account with; the letter should strongly dispute the debt's validity and request all supporting documentation."

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The Debt Collection Validation Letter is a critical document in the Canadian debt collection process, designed to protect consumers' rights and ensure proper validation of claimed debts. This document becomes necessary when an individual or business receives communication from a debt collector about an alleged debt, or when there are questions about the legitimacy or details of a debt. The letter must comply with provincial legislation such as the Collection and Debt Settlement Services Act and the Consumer Protection Act, as well as federal regulations. It typically requests specific information including the original credit agreement, detailed account statements, and documentation of any assignments or sales of the debt. The document serves as a formal trigger for the debt validation process, during which collectors must cease collection activities until they provide proper verification.
Suggested Sections

1. Sender Information: Full name and contact information of the person sending the letter

2. Date: Current date of the letter

3. Recipient Information: Debt collector's or collection agency's name and address

4. Re: Line: Reference line stating account number and/or alleged debt amount

5. Formal Request for Debt Validation: Clear statement that this is a formal request for debt validation

6. Debt Details: Information about the alleged debt as currently known

7. Validation Requirements: Specific list of documents and information requested to validate the debt

8. Rights Statement: Statement of rights under relevant Canadian legislation

9. Response Timeline: Specified timeframe for the collector to respond

10. Communication Preferences: Instructions for how the debt collector should communicate

11. Signature Block: Formal closing and signature

Optional Sections

1. Dispute Statement: Include when actively disputing the validity of the debt

2. Cease and Desist: Include when requesting the debt collector to stop all communication except for legal requirements

3. Previous Communication Reference: Include when referencing previous correspondence or communication

4. Legal Representation Notice: Include when represented by legal counsel

5. Statute of Limitations Statement: Include when the debt may be time-barred

6. Identity Theft Statement: Include when the debt may be related to identity theft

Suggested Schedules

1. Previous Correspondence: Copies of any previous communication with the debt collector

2. Payment Records: Copies of any relevant payment records or statements

3. Identity Documentation: Copies of identification documents if identity theft is suspected

4. Power of Attorney: If letter is sent by authorized representative

5. Supporting Evidence: Any additional documentation supporting disputes or claims made in the letter

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

alex.den.21@genieai.co
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