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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NSF Fees: How They Work and Ways You Can Avoid Them Sep 6th
Let’s face it; no one likes getting charged bank fees. It’s one of the main reasons online banks have surged in popularity in recent years. But even online banks charge NSF fees. If you’re unfamiliar, here’s how NSF fees work and how you can avoid them.
What Is an NSF Fee?
A non-sufficient f.... More »
What Is a Credit Bureau? Important Information for Canadian Consumers Apr 29th
Whether we realize it or not, credit bureaus have a significant impact on our financial lives. The information they provide to lenders can determine mortgage rates, lending amounts, and credit card approvals. But what exactly is a credit bureau, and what can you do with their information?
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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2024 Oct 16th
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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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Do inflation-linked bonds make sense in an era of rising interest rates? Feb 23rd
For a long time, inflation-linked bonds like TIPs (Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities) in the U.S. or Government of Canada Real Return Bonds (RRBs) seemed like valid alternatives to nominal bonds for inflationary environments. If inflation ticks above certain levels, such bonds—or exchange-tr.... More »
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2024 Aug 26th
GIC comparison tool
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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MoneySense is an award-winning magazine, helping Canadians navigat.... More »
The Best Bank Promotions in Canada for New Customers
– canadianfinanceblog.com
One of the fastest ways to earn free rewards is by opening a new account with one of Canada’s financial institutions. Most people have heard of someone getting a free iPad or a few hundred dollars cash when they opened a new bank account, but there are many other ways to earn as well, from new credit card promotions and even by opening an investment account.
Because these offers are always coming and going, it’s hard to keep track of what’s available. For this reason, I decided to list all of the offers in one place, well, most of them at least. Let’s kick things off with the current offers from Canada’s online banks.
EQ Bank Promotions
No current chequing or savings offer available. Check back regularly for future promotions.
Manulife Bank Promotions
Offer: All-In Banking Package w/ free Amazon Prime membership for 1 year.
Deadline: Ongoing promotion
Manulife is one of Canada’s largest life insurance companies, but did you know that they also offer a full range of banking products through their subsidiary, Manulife Bank? In 2019, Manulife Bank launched All-In Banking…
Because these offers are always coming and going, it’s hard to keep track of what’s available. For this reason, I decided to list all of the offers in one place, well, most of them at least. Let’s kick things off with the current offers from Canada’s online banks.
EQ Bank Promotions
No current chequing or savings offer available. Check back regularly for future promotions.
Manulife Bank Promotions
Offer: All-In Banking Package w/ free Amazon Prime membership for 1 year.
Deadline: Ongoing promotion
Manulife is one of Canada’s largest life insurance companies, but did you know that they also offer a full range of banking products through their subsidiary, Manulife Bank? In 2019, Manulife Bank launched All-In Banking…
