Priyanka Correia, BComm

Expert Contributor at Loans Canada

Priyanka Correia is a Senior Editor and personal finance expert at Loans Canada. Priyanka completed her Bachelor's degree in Marketing at Concordia University and has published work that has been mentioned in various news media. She is passionate about money management and educating Canadian consumers about how to take control of their financial lives.

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Loans Canada Articles Written By Priyanka Correia, BComm

What Credit Score Do I Need to Get a Credit Card?

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on January 8, 2026

When it comes to applying for a new credit card, your credit score plays an important role. But what score do you need exactly?

A Guide To Canada’s Criminal Interest Rate

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on October 15, 2025

Canada's criminal interest rate is meant to protect consumers from sky-high interest on loans. But it can also affect access to loans.

What Is A Personal Loan Payment Deferral?

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on October 14, 2025

What is a personal loan payment deferral? Depending on your financial circumstance, some lenders may allow a loan payment deferral.

Loans Canada Places No. 137 on The Globe and Mail’s Seventh Annual Ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on September 26, 2025

Loans Canada is proud to be recognized as one of the Globe and Mail’s Top Growing Companies list for the third time.

Does Insurance Cover Wildfires?

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on July 29, 2025

Wondering if your insurance covers wildfire damage? Learn how home, renters, and auto policies typically provide protection, if the right coverage is ...

Can I Go To Jail For Not Paying A Personal Loan?

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on July 25, 2025

Whether you're new to Canada or have recently started using credit, you may be wondering what could happen if you can’t pay your debts, and if you cou...

Best Credit Cards With Travel Insurance 2026

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on July 23, 2025

If you don't like the idea of taking out a travel insurance policy each time you travel, check out these credit cards.

Can You Get A Car Loan With No Credit Check?

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Last updated on July 4, 2025

Thinking about buying a car but worried about bad credit or having no credit? You may be able to get a car loan with no credit check, but it may be ex...