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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Airport Reward Programs: What You Need to Know Feb 14th
After enrolling in brand loyalty programs, amassing frequent flier miles, and getting a credit card with great rewards, what’s next? Many airports have started offering their own rewards programs, earning you bonus points for everything from duty-free shopping to parking. Whether you’r.... More »
Scotiabank Launches eHOME; Moving Entire Mortgage Application Process Online + MORE Mar 29th
As banks and financial institutions are looking for new ways to simplify daily banking and provide access to more products and services online, Scotiabank recently launched an online mortgage service called eHOME.
The new service allows Scotiabank customers to fill out a mortgage application online.... More »
More Canadians are rethinking their bank. Should you? Jul 22nd
Clinton Begin was growing tired of frequent visits to bank branches and calling into the trading desk to check on various transactions. “There (were) a lot of things that just took too much of my time. I was always phoning, always going to visit them. It was always a big deal,” he recalled.
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Is now the time for retirees to sell stocks and buy GICs? Aug 2nd
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My husband is retired and concerned that his money that is invested in his RRSP and TFSA is fluctuating too much. He is retired and is wondering if his funds should be in a GIC account as it’s paying 4% and not losing principal. He’s concerned in this volatile market.—Rodeen
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It’s probably time you switched banks—4 easy steps for Canadians + MORE Jun 29th
When you opened your first bank account, chances are it was with the same financial institution your parents used—because, why not? And given how loyal Canadians are to their banks, there’s a good chance you’re still banking with the same institution. In fact, 70% of Canadians held the sa.... More »
Why Does Uncle Sam Hate American Expats?
– online.wsj.com
Foreign banks close U.S. citizens’ accounts rather than deal with the mess that Congress created.Mississauga firm bungled major banks’ principal protected notes, OSC alleges
– theglobeandmail.com
Regulator says it has reached a settlement with Pro-Financial Asset Management Inc.
