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Study finds Canadian gig workers have credit profiles similar to general population despite income variability.

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26 May 2026
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A new TransUnion study reveals that 63% of Canadian gig workers use gig work to supplement full-time income. Despite perceptions of higher credit risk, their credit profiles largely match the general population, with many managing payments responsibly. However, gig workers face more challenges when applying for credit due to income variability and documentation issues. The study highlights the need for lenders to adapt credit assessments to better include gig economy incomes, reflecting its growing role in household finances.

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