{"id":748738,"date":"2018-10-12T05:00:39","date_gmt":"2018-10-12T09:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/?p=748738"},"modified":"2026-08-21T09:47:12","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T13:47:12","slug":"credit-cards-bad-credit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/credit-cards\/credit-cards-bad-credit","title":{"rendered":"Credit Cards for Bad Credit &#038; Alternatives"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have a low credit score? It\u2019s still possible to access credit. There are a few credit cards for bad credit you may qualify for, while cash advance apps also offer fast funding and lenient eligibility requirements.<\/p><p>Let\u2019s take a look at your options.<\/p><h3>Credit cards for bad credit in Canada and alternatives<\/h3><table class=\"luna-table luna-table--responsiveList\"><thead class=\"luna-table__header\"><tr><th scope=\"col\">Provider<\/th><th scope=\"col\">How much you can borrow<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Interest rate<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Deposit required?<\/th><th scope=\"col\"><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody class=\"luna-table__body\"><tr><td><a href=\"#neo-secured-mastercard\">Neo Secured Mastercard<\/a><\/td><td>Up to $10,000<\/td><td>19.99%\u201329.99% (up to 24.99% in QC)<\/td><td>Yes, $50 \u2013 $10,000<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/credit-cards\/neo-secured-card-review-ca-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22product_link%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Go%2Bto%2Bsite%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CACCF%22%2C%22class%22%3A%22luna-button%2Bluna-button--large%2Bluna-button--success%2Bluna-button--fluid%2Bhas-margin-bottom-small%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223459%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CACCF%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%22d07a3780-7217-4fef-81bb-ee48362b10bd%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Neo%2BSecured%2BMastercard%22%2C%22provider_id%22%3A%22dd309337-1cc7-41b3-b99d-2c495fe53daa%22%2C%22provider_name%22%3A%22Neo%2BFinancial%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22748738%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22credit-cards%252Fcredit-cards-bad-credit%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--large luna-button--success luna-button--fluid has-margin-bottom-small\">Go to site<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#capital-one-secured-mastercard\">Capital One Guaranteed Secured Mastercard<\/a><\/td><td>Up to $2,500<\/td><td>29.9% (21.9% in Quebec)<\/td><td>Yes, $75 \u2013 $2,500<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#home-trust-secured-visa\">Home Trust Secured Visa<\/a><\/td><td>Up to $10,000<\/td><td>19.99% ($0 annual fee) or 14.9% ($59 annual fee)<\/td><td>Yes, $500 \u2013 $10,000<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#nyble\">Nyble Credit Line<\/a><\/td><td>Up to $250<\/td><td>0%<span class=\"table-popover\" rel=\"popover\" data-content=\"No interest or fees are charged to access a cash advance, but there is an optional $11.99\/month fee for membership to get premium services such as instant funding. Interest rates shown reflect the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) range currently advertised by the lender and are subject to change anytime, without notice. Finder does not guarantee that the figures shown will continue to be accurate or current. Figures shown are solely intended to be indicative and for general informational purposes only. Confirm the actual rates currently offered with the lender directly. Your exact rate, if any is offered to you, will be determined solely by the lender based on its assessment of your loan application, which is subject to the lender\u2019s terms and conditions and credit criteria.\" title=\"\" data-original-title=\"\"><\/span><\/td><td>No<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\/nyble-pay-advance-ca-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22product_link%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Go%2Bto%2Bsite%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22class%22%3A%22luna-button%2Bluna-button--large%2Bluna-button--success%2Bluna-button--fluid%2Bhas-margin-bottom-small%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223215%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%2267d91ad3-fadc-4803-bce1-ea50a0b9761f%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Nyble%2BCredit%2BLine%22%2C%22provider_id%22%3A%22ebeeeb79-83ef-4800-894b-85bc38778e7c%22%2C%22provider_name%22%3A%22Nyble%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22748738%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22credit-cards%252Fcredit-cards-bad-credit%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--large luna-button--success luna-button--fluid has-margin-bottom-small\">Go to site<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#koho-cover\">KOHO Cover<\/a><\/td><td>Up to $250<\/td><td>0%<\/td><td>No<\/td><td><div class=\"rewards--element-container rewards--container\" data-product-id=\"f256ae15-efed-4744-b404-5007adc7d719\" data-niche=\"CAFPL-CAA\" data-product-name=\"KOHO Cover\" data-provider-name=\"KOHO\" data-rewards-campaign-name=\"koho|cover|july-2026~cafsl\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">window.rewardsConfigs = window.rewardsConfigs || {};window.rewardsConfigs[\"koho|cover|july-2026~cafsl\"] = {\"startDate\":\"2026-07-01T08:00:00.000Z\",\"endDate\":\"2026-08-31T21:59:59.000Z\",\"showVisaLogo\":true,\"minimalUx\":true,\"countryCode\":\"CA\",\"isAlwaysOn\":false,\"isTieredReward\":false,\"validationDaysAfterEntry\":null,\"fulfillmentDaysAfterEntry\":null,\"bannerConfig\":{\"badgeText\":\"FINDER REWARDS EXCLUSIVE\",\"title\":\"Get $75 from Finder\",\"titleHighlight\":\"$75\",\"copyText\":\"Become a Finder Member \\u0026 open and fund a \\u003Cb\\u003EKOHO account\\u003C\\\/b\\u003E through Finder to receive a \\u003Cb\\u003E$75 digital Visa card\\u003C\\\/b\\u003E. 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Interest rates shown reflect the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) range currently advertised by the lender and are subject to change anytime, without notice. Finder does not guarantee that the figures shown will continue to be accurate or current. Figures shown are solely intended to be indicative and for general informational purposes only. Confirm the actual rates currently offered with the lender directly. Your exact rate, if any is offered to you, will be determined solely by the lender based on its assessment of your loan application, which is subject to the lender\u2019s terms and conditions and credit criteria.\" title=\"\" data-original-title=\"\"><\/span><\/td><td>No<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\/bree-ca-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22product_link%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Go%2Bto%2Bsite%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22class%22%3A%22luna-button%2Bluna-button--large%2Bluna-button--success%2Bluna-button--fluid%2Bhas-margin-bottom-small%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223342%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%2209a8b8bb-ef71-4a58-a987-6c0b694b0e55%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Bree%2BEarly%2BPay%22%2C%22provider_id%22%3A%224e4ab891-7bbb-4486-ab5c-34b55900e6c3%22%2C%22provider_name%22%3A%22Bree%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22748738%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22credit-cards%252Fcredit-cards-bad-credit%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--large luna-button--success luna-button--fluid has-margin-bottom-small\">Go to site<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.finder.com.au\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/05\/NeoMastercard_Supplied_320x200.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1051889 aligncenter\" title=\"Image: Neo Financial\/Supplied\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/05\/NeoMastercard_Supplied_320x200.png\" alt=\"Neo Mastercard\" width=\"277\" height=\"173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/05\/NeoMastercard_Supplied_320x200.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/05\/NeoMastercard_Supplied_320x200.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/05\/NeoMastercard_Supplied_320x200.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/05\/NeoMastercard_Supplied_320x200.png?fit=831 831w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 831px) 100vw, 831px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/h3><h3 id=\"neo-secured-mastercard\">Neo Secured Mastercard<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>Flexible criteria. <\/strong>No credit history? Inconsistent income? No matter your circumstances, you're welcome to apply.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Instant approval.<\/strong> Skip the days-long wait and find out if you're approved straight away.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Rebuild credit.<\/strong> Neo reports to the credit bureaus, so you can give your credit score a boost by making on-time payments.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>Deposit required.<\/strong> This card doesn't offer free money, so you'll need a security deposit of at least $50 to qualify.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>High rates for bad credit.<\/strong> If you've got poor credit, expect an interest rate at the top end of this card's rate range.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Monthly fee. <\/strong>You'll need a Build membership to get this card, which is just Neo's fancy name for its paid membership, costing \n\n\n    \n                        \n                                        \n\n$7.99 per month. The fee is waived if you keep at least $5,000 in your Neo account(s).<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h4>Is it easy to get approved?<\/h4><p>Eligibility requirements are flexible, so you could still qualify even if your credit history is far from perfect. Neo says you can apply with any credit history or income. You can also get pre-approved online with no hard credit check, so you can find out what you qualify for without it affecting your credit score.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/credit-cards\/neo-secured-card-review-ca-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22product_link%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Go%2Bto%2Bsite%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CACCF%22%2C%22class%22%3A%22luna-button%2Bluna-button--large%2Bluna-button--success%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223459%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CACCF%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%22d07a3780-7217-4fef-81bb-ee48362b10bd%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Neo%2BSecured%2BMastercard%22%2C%22provider_id%22%3A%22dd309337-1cc7-41b3-b99d-2c495fe53daa%22%2C%22provider_name%22%3A%22Neo%2BFinancial%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22748738%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22credit-cards%252Fcredit-cards-bad-credit%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--large luna-button--success\">Go to site<\/a><\/p><h4>Any rewards or perks?<\/h4><p>It certainly does. You can earn 1% cashback on gas and grocery purchases, plus access cashback offers when you shop at 10,000+ Neo partners, including well-known brands like Walmart, Amazon, Netflix, Disney+, Gap, Old Navy and Second Cup.<\/p><h4>Is it legit?<\/h4><p>100%. Neo Financial is a Canadian fintech based in Calgary. It\u2019s registered as a Money Services Business with FINTRAC. Neo issues the Secured Neo Mastercard under a licence from Mastercard International.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"dive deeper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/credit-cards\/neo-secured-card-review\">Neo Secured Mastercard review<\/a><\/p><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.finder.com.au\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/10\/CapitalOneSecuredMastercard_Supplied_472x299.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1082319 aligncenter\" title=\"Image: Capital One\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/10\/CapitalOneSecuredMastercard_Supplied_472x299.png\" alt=\"Capital One Mastercard\" width=\"268\" height=\"170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/10\/CapitalOneSecuredMastercard_Supplied_472x299.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/10\/CapitalOneSecuredMastercard_Supplied_472x299.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/10\/CapitalOneSecuredMastercard_Supplied_472x299.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/10\/CapitalOneSecuredMastercard_Supplied_472x299.png?fit=804 804w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 804px) 100vw, 804px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/h3><h3 id=\"capital-one-secured-mastercard\">Capital One Secured Mastercard<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>No annual fee or membership.<\/strong> No need to worry about membership requirements or yearly fees. Keep more money in your pocket to help get your finances back on track.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Improve your credit score. <\/strong>Capital One reports to the credit bureaus, so staying within your credit limit and making on-time payments could help you build or rebuild your credit.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Fast online pre-approval. <\/strong>An even lower credit score is the last thing you need, but the good news is that you can get pre-approved without your credit score taking a hit.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>Deposit required. <\/strong>Have $75 \u2013 $2,500 ready.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Low maximum. <\/strong>The maximum credit limit for this card is $2,500 (vs. $10,000 for other secured cards).<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>29.9% interest rate.<\/strong> Searching for the secured credit card with the lowest interest rate? Look elsewhere.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>No cashback.<\/strong> Check out other options if you want to earn cashback or rewards on your spending.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h4>Is it easy to get approved?<\/h4><p>Capital One offers \u201cguaranteed\u201d approval. That doesn\u2019t actually mean approval is a sure thing. You won\u2019t qualify if\u2026<\/p><ul><li>You\u2019re prohibited from accessing credit for legal reasons.<\/li><li>You have a frozen credit profile.<\/li><li>You already have a Capital One account.<\/li><li>You have an account in bad standing over the last year.<\/li><li>You don\u2019t have a deposit.<\/li><\/ul><h4>Any rewards or perks?<\/h4><p>You can\u2019t earn exciting rewards like cashback with this card, but it does come with some boring but useful insurance coverage. Policies include purchase assurance, extended warranty cover, car rental insurance, travel accident insurance and baggage delay insurance.<\/p><h4>Is it legit?<\/h4><p>Yep. Capital One Canada is a division of Capital One Bank, which in turn is a subsidiary of Capital One Financial Corporation in the USA. The corporation is a FORTUNE 500 company and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Capital One\u2019s Canadian HQ is in Toronto.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"related\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/credit-cards\/capital-one\">Capital One credit cards<\/a><\/p><center><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.finder.com.au\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/03\/HomeTrustSecuredVisa_Supplied_450x250.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-905152\" title=\"Image: Supplied\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/03\/HomeTrustSecuredVisa_Supplied_450x250.jpg\" alt=\"Home Trust Secured Visa\" width=\"309\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/03\/HomeTrustSecuredVisa_Supplied_450x250.jpg?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/03\/HomeTrustSecuredVisa_Supplied_450x250.jpg?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/03\/HomeTrustSecuredVisa_Supplied_450x250.jpg?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/03\/HomeTrustSecuredVisa_Supplied_450x250.jpg?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/03\/HomeTrustSecuredVisa_Supplied_450x250.jpg?fit=927 927w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 927px) 100vw, 927px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/center><h3 id=\"home-trust-secured-visa\">Home Trust Secured Visa<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>$0 annual fee option.<\/strong> Fees? No thanks. Get a Secured Visa without forking out for an annual fee.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Decent rate for a secured card.<\/strong> Get a 19.99% standard rate.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Option for a better rate.<\/strong> You can get a 14.9% rate if you pay a $59 annual fee.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Build credit.<\/strong> Home Trust reports to the credit bureaus, so responsible spending and on-time payments can help you start your journey back to good credit.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>Security deposit required. <\/strong>You'll need to shell out a security deposit of at least $500 to qualify for this card.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Not available in Quebec. <\/strong>Consider other options if you're a Quebec resident.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>No cashback. <\/strong>If you want to be rewarded for your spending, this may not be the card for you.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"dive deeper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/credit-cards\/hometrust\/home-trust-secured-visa-review\">Home Trust Secured Visa review<\/a><\/p><h4>Is it easy to get approved?<\/h4><p>Home Trust says \u201calmost everyone\u201d who applies and provides a deposit is approved. The Home Trust Secured Visa is designed for people with unconventional credit histories. So if you have bad credit, you\u2019re a newcomer to Canada or you\u2019re a student with limited credit, you could still get approved.<\/p><h4>Any rewards or perks?<\/h4><p>No. This no-frills card does exactly what it says on the label, so don\u2019t expect any flashy rewards or extras.<\/p><h4>Is it legit?<\/h4><p>It\u2019s absolutely legit. Home Trust was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Toronto. It merged with Fairstone Bank in 2025 to create Canada\u2019s largest alternative lender. Home Trust is also a member of the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC).<\/p><h3>Secured credit cards are not your only option<\/h3><p>Secured credit cards are a reliable way to access credit if your credit score isn\u2019t the best, but if you\u2019re looking for alternatives, cash advance apps are around. <strong>They charge 0% interest<\/strong>,<strong> don\u2019t check credit <\/strong>and <strong>don\u2019t require a deposit<\/strong>.<\/p><p>The downside? You can only borrow up to $750, and you don\u2019t get a card you can tap at checkout.<\/p><center><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.finder.com.au\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/NybleLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1072958\" title=\"Image: Supplied\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/NybleLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png\" alt=\"Nyble\" width=\"302\" height=\"93\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/NybleLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/NybleLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/NybleLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/NybleLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/NybleLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=906 906w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 906px) 100vw, 906px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/center><h3 id=\"nyble\">Nyble credit line<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>No credit check.<\/strong> Good news for bad credit borrowers: you don't need to pass a credit check to qualify.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>No interest or mandatory fees. <\/strong>Unlike a credit card, Nyble's interest is 0%<span class=\"table-popover\" data-content=\"No interest or fees are charged to access a cash advance, but there is an optional $11.99\/month fee for membership to get premium services such as instant funding. Interest rates shown reflect the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) range currently advertised by the lender and are subject to change anytime, without notice. Finder does not guarantee that the figures shown will continue to be accurate or current. Figures shown are solely intended to be indicative and for general informational purposes only. Confirm the actual rates currently offered with the lender directly. Your exact rate, if any is offered to you, will be determined solely by the lender based on its assessment of your loan application, which is subject to the lender\u2019s terms and conditions and credit criteria.\" title=\"\" data-original-title=\"\"><\/span>, which is much better than 20%+. And if you pick standard delivery, the fee is also $0.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Build credit.<\/strong> Just like a bad credit credit card, you can use a Nyble to build your credit history.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Flexible repayments.<\/strong> Nyble offers the flexibility to change the due date as needed without late fees, so you've got plenty of wiggle room if you're hit with an unexpected bill.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>Small amount.<\/strong> Got big bills to pay? The maximum loan amount of $250 leaves a little to be desired.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Slow funding.<\/strong> If you want funding without fees, you'll need to wait up to 3 business days to get your money.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Limited borrowing.<\/strong> Nyble doesn't give you a continuous balance to draw from. You can't borrow more if you have an active advance, even if you're below your approved limit. You have to pay off the existing loan first.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h4>Is it easy to get approved?<\/h4><p>Nyble\u2019s eligibility requirements are much more flexible than a traditional loan. It doesn\u2019t do credit checks, so bad credit won\u2019t stop you from getting a loan. In fact, Nyble says you\u2019re guaranteed approval if you have a Canadian bank account, you receive direct deposit income of at least $1,000\/month, and you don\u2019t have an existing Nyble account or any Nyble accounts that are not in good standing.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\/nyble-pay-advance-ca-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22product_link%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Go%2Bto%2Bsite%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22class%22%3A%22luna-button%2Bluna-button--large%2Bluna-button--success%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223215%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%2267d91ad3-fadc-4803-bce1-ea50a0b9761f%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Nyble%2BCredit%2BLine%22%2C%22provider_id%22%3A%22ebeeeb79-83ef-4800-894b-85bc38778e7c%22%2C%22provider_name%22%3A%22Nyble%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22748738%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22credit-cards%252Fcredit-cards-bad-credit%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--large luna-button--success\">Go to site<\/a><\/p><h4>Any rewards or perks?<\/h4><p>With a free account, you get access to your Equifax credit score and you can earn reward points for on-time payments. Redeem points for gift cards to popular retailers. Upgrade to an $11.99\/month for a premium membership Premium plan to get instant funding, credit monitoring, balance protection insurance, identity theft coverage and a boosted rewards earn rate.<\/p><h4>Is it legit?<\/h4><p>Nyble is completely legit. This Toronto-based platform launched in 2022 and is run by Canadian fintech Fincentify Inc. Nyble also has an average rating of 4.8\/5 from 8,000+ Trustpilot reviews.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"dive deeper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\/nyble-review\">Nyble review<\/a><\/p><center><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 200px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/671126ba95dee.png\" alt=\"KOHO logo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/671126ba95dee.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/671126ba95dee.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/671126ba95dee.png?fit=600 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/center><h3 id=\"koho-cover\">KOHO Cover<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>No credit check.<\/strong> Get funded without the hassle of a hard credit check.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Repayment flexibility.<\/strong> Forget strict deadlines; you can repay your cash advance any time without late fees.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>No interest.<\/strong> What's not to like about an interest-free loan?<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>KOHO account required.<\/strong> It's free if you have direct deposit set up or if you add $1,000 per month. (Otherwise, there's a monthly account fee.)<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Monthly fee for the cash advance.<\/strong> The fee starts at $2.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Won't build credit.<\/strong> KOHO doesn't report to the credit bureaus, so you'll need to look for other ways to boost your credit score.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h4>Is it easy to get approved?<\/h4><p>It is. KOHO says everyone who signs up for Cover will get an instant cash advance. 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Your KOHO account also gets other benefits, including instant e-Transfers, 1 \u2013 2% cashback on spending and 2 \u2013 3.5% interest on your savings balance. Higher-tier accounts enjoy zero foreign transaction fees.<\/p><h4>Is it legit?<\/h4><p>We can confirm that KOHO Cover is perfectly legit. KOHO is a Toronto-based fintech that has been in business since 2014. It is also in the process of acquiring a Schedule 1 banking licence.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"dive deeper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\/koho-cover-review\">KOHO Cover review<\/a><\/p><center><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.finder.com.au\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/BreeLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1072959\" title=\"Image: Supplied\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/BreeLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png\" alt=\"Bree\" width=\"296\" height=\"91\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/BreeLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/BreeLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/BreeLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/02\/BreeLogo_Supplied_325x100-1.png?fit=888 888w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 888px) 100vw, 888px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/center><h3 id=\"bree\">Bree early pay<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>No credit check.<\/strong> Get a fast cash advance regardless of your credit score.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>0%<span class=\"table-popover\" data-content=\"No interest or fees are charged to access a cash advance, but there is an optional transfer fee of  $2.99 \u2013 $45.99 to access instant funding. Interest rates shown reflect the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) range currently advertised by the lender and are subject to change anytime, without notice. Finder does not guarantee that the figures shown will continue to be accurate or current. Figures shown are solely intended to be indicative and for general informational purposes only. Confirm the actual rates currently offered with the lender directly. Your exact rate, if any is offered to you, will be determined solely by the lender based on its assessment of your loan application, which is subject to the lender\u2019s terms and conditions and credit criteria.\" title=\"\" data-original-title=\"\"><\/span> interest, $0 fees.<\/strong> Only repay the money you borrow, nothing more, which is good news no matter your credit score. Pay no fees if you pick standard delivery, which takes 1 to 3 days.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Borrow up to $750. <\/strong>Most cash advances are for small loan amounts, but a $750 maximum limit is something you can really sink your teeth into.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li><strong>Won't improve your credit score. <\/strong>A secured credit card can help you build credit, but a cash advance from Bree won't.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Instant transfer fee.<\/strong> Need cash fast? You'll have to pay a fee of $2.99 \u2013 $45.99 to get an instant advance.<\/li>\n                                    <li><strong>Slow funding.<\/strong> If you want a fee-free cash advance, it could take up to 3 days for the funds to land in your account.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h4>Is it easy to get approved?<\/h4><p>Unlike a traditional loan or credit card, you don\u2019t need to jump through a whole lot of hoops to get a Bree cash advance. You\u2019ll need a consistent source of income to qualify for funding, and Bree accepts a variety of income types, including government benefits. Bree will also check whether you will have enough money in your account after paying back your advance to cover your regular expenses.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\/bree-ca-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22product_link%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Go%2Bto%2Bsite%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22class%22%3A%22luna-button%2Bluna-button--large%2Bluna-button--success%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223342%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFPL-CAA%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%2209a8b8bb-ef71-4a58-a987-6c0b694b0e55%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Bree%2BEarly%2BPay%22%2C%22provider_id%22%3A%224e4ab891-7bbb-4486-ab5c-34b55900e6c3%22%2C%22provider_name%22%3A%22Bree%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22748738%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22credit-cards%252Fcredit-cards-bad-credit%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--large luna-button--success\">Go to site<\/a><\/p><h4>Any rewards or perks?<\/h4><p>Sort of. You also get access to a free budgeting tool to help you track your income and expenses, plus a weekly newsletter with money management tips. They\u2019re not the most exciting perks, but they could come in handy.<\/p><h4>Is it legit?<\/h4><p>Bree is 100% legit. This Toronto-based fintech was founded in 2021 and has received thousands of customer reviews on Trustpilot.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"dive deeper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\/bree-review\">Bree review<\/a><\/p><h3>What are the best credit cards for bad credit in Canada?<\/h3><p>If we\u2019re basing this on how easy it is to access credit, the best credit cards for bad credit in Canada actually aren\u2019t even credit cards; they\u2019re <strong>cash advance apps<\/strong>. Cash advance apps don\u2019t do credit checks, don\u2019t require a security deposit and accept many types of income.<\/p><p>Among the credit cards, Neo offers the best perks, but it\u2019s a realistic option only if you can keep $5,000 in your Neo account(s). Otherwise, you\u2019ll be dinged with $7.99 per month.<\/p><p>If you want to avoid annual fees and don\u2019t expect to pay off your balance every month, Home Trust Visa has a lower rate (19.99%) than Capital One (29.9% (21.9% in Quebec)). However, it requires at least $500 for the security deposit.<\/p><h3>Credit cards vs. cash advance apps for bad credit<\/h3><p>Should you choose a credit card or a cash advance app? The reality is that both options have their pros and cons.<\/p><p>The strength of credit cards is in their <strong>convenience<\/strong>. The money is there whenever you need it, and you can just tap and pay in seconds. And if you use your card responsibly, it can help you rebuild credit.<\/p><p>The weakness of credit cards is the cost. Interest rates of up to 29.99% apply, and you also need to come up with a <strong>security deposit<\/strong> just to get a bad credit credit card in the first place.<\/p><p>Cash advance apps can\u2019t match the convenience of credit cards. You need to request an advance whenever you need money, loan amounts are lower, and you can\u2019t borrow more until you pay off your last loan.<\/p><p>But affordability is the biggest strength of a cash advance app. Cash advance apps Bree and Nyble charge no interest or mandatory fees, making their advances a whole lot easier to repay.<\/p><h3>What about prepaid cards?<\/h3><p>A prepaid card lets you buy stuff in store and online just like a regular credit card. But instead of spending borrowed money, you pay with your own money that you load onto the card.<\/p><p>It\u2019s not a good fit for everyone. On the plus side, it\u2019s easy to get a prepaid card even if you have bad credit, and you don\u2019t need to worry about taking on debt. These cards also make it easy to stick to a budget while avoiding overdraft fees from accidental overspending.<\/p><p>The catch is that you need to have money to load onto the card in the first place. So if you\u2019re here because you need to borrow money with a credit card, a prepaid card is basically useless.<\/p><p>The other downside is that unlike a regular credit card, a prepaid card won\u2019t help build your credit history.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"dive deeper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/prepaid-cards\/best-prepaid-credit-card-canada\">Prepaid credit cards in Canada<\/a><\/p><h3>Are there other ways to get money with bad credit?<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Authorized credit card user.<\/strong> You could get your partner or a family member to add you as an authorized user on their credit card account. You will get a card you can use to make purchases, helping to build your credit history.<\/li><li><strong>Personal loans.<\/strong> Poor credit might stop you getting a loan from a bank, but there are plenty of alternative lenders that offer bad credit personal loans. Approval is based on your income rather than your credit score, but high interest rates apply. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/personal-loans\/bad-credit-personal-loans\/best-bad-credit-personal-loans\">Learn more about the best bad credit loans.<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Line of credit.<\/strong> Some online lenders also offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/personal-loans\/lines-of-credit-bad-credit\">lines of credit for bad credit<\/a>. This gives you flexible access to funds when you need them, but high interest rates and fees apply.<\/li><li><strong>Side hustles.<\/strong> Instead of taking on more debt, why not look for ways to make more money instead? From online surveys and get-paid-to (GPT) apps to freelancing, pet sitting and delivering food, there are lots of different ways you can earn some extra income. Find some inspo in our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/make-money-online\/side-hustles-canada\">side hustles in Canada<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Bottom line<\/h3><p>Bad credit isn\u2019t all bad news. You can still access credit with a secured credit card or a cash advance app, and some of these options will also help you rebuild your credit. Compare credit cards for bad credit as well as cash advance alternatives to get the funding you need.<\/p><h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3><ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">\n\t<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000000\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000000\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Are there credit cards for bad credit with no security deposit?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000000\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>No. Bad credit credit cards in Canada require you to provide a security deposit that ranges from $50 to $10,000. The amount you deposit then becomes your card's credit limit. Most regular credit cards require you to have good credit or better to qualify.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000001\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000001\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Where can I get a credit card with really bad credit?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000001\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>The only credit cards for bad credit in Canada are secured credit cards. These cards require you to pay a security deposit as collateral, and the amount you deposit then becomes your card's credit limit. Providers that offer bad credit credit cards in Canada include Home Trust, Capital One and Neo Financial.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000002\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000002\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">What is a bad credit score?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000002\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Any number below 560 is generally seen to be a bad credit score in Canada. 300 is the lowest possible score, while at the other end of the spectrum, a score of 760 to 900 is considered excellent.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000003\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000003\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">How can a secured credit card help me rebuild my credit?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000003\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Secured credit card providers report details of your card usage and payments to the credit bureaus. 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