Canada has several major banks and many schedule II banks – but with rates and plans all over the map, it’s difficult to know where to bring your business. Our aim is to help you navigate Canada’s banking options to discover which one suits your needs best.
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How international students can build credit in Canada Jul 15th
Moving to Canada as an international student comes with a long financial to-do list, and building credit is one of the most important items on it. Your credit history from home typically doesn’t transfer, which means you may need to start from scratch when applying for a credit card, phone plan, a.... More »
Before It’s Too Late! Best Credit Card Welcome Offers of March 2020 Mar 2nd
New cardmembers can score additional cash back, or points from great welcome offers, and earn that trip or reward that much sooner. But will you actually qualify for that extra 35,000 bonus points? How much extra cash back might you see before the promotion expires? We’ve made it easy for you and.... More »
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2025 + MORE May 21st
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Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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Canada’s top-rated charities 2020: Top 100 Nov 29th
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Achieva Financial Review: Digital Banking from the Heart of Canada Dec 18th
Canadians are fortunate to have so many choices regarding no-fee online banking and high-interest savings accounts. Names like Tangerine, EQ, and Simplii have become commonplace, to mention just a few. But if you’re shopping around for a digital bank to deal with, there’s another name you can ad.... More »
Canadian banks are expecting some short-term pain from U.S. President Donald Trump’s tax overhaul, but a significant lift on future earnings.


