It’s common for banks to waive monthly fees if you set up a recurring direct deposit. But you may not receive income via direct deposit. In that case, a chequing account with a star rating above four stars, which is a good rating, may not be a good fit for you if you don’t me...
When it comes to the safety of online banks in Canada, the natural question for most of us, is are the digital-only banks as safe as the traditional brick-and-mortar banks like RBC, TD, BMO, etc. The good news? Canadian online banks are just as safe as their conventional counterparts...
Canada’s online banks are innovating and stealing market share faster than most people thought possible a couple of years ago. According to the Canadian Bankers Association, 78% of Canadians now do most of their banking online – and that number just keeps climbing. This shift has proven to ...
NerdWallet Canada selects the best student bank accounts based on several criteria. Factors inour evaluation methodologyinclude monthly fees, minimum balance requirements, the number of included free transactions, and more. The accounts considered for this list are available to Canadians in more than ...
Scotiabank is one of the big five banks in Canada, so they have an established history that Canadians can rely on. If you have one of the premium Scotiabank chequing accounts, you can get one of their credit cards without paying an annual fee. This benefits you since you’ll be able to...
As the founder and CEO of Moving2Canada, Ruairi has been advising newcomers on how to immigrate, settle, and succeed in their new lives in Canada since 2011. He is a frequent contributor to discussions on Canadian immigration and has earned several recognitions for his expertise in the immigrat...
The Best Banks in Canada for 2025 Simplii No-Fee Chequing Account $300 cash welcome offer No monthly account or maintenance fees Unlimited debit transactions & Interac e-Transfers Access to high interest savings account (CAD&USD) Access to free FX transfers, investments, GICs, mortgages, line...
Moneywise lists the best savings accounts to get the highest interest rate, low or no fees, and great customer service. Here are our picks for 2024.
The fee when exchanging Canadian and US dollars typically falls at around 2.5%, but that amount increases with other currencies. Meet Wise – An Alternative to Banks for International Transfers If you’re not familiar with Wise, we exchange your money at the mid-market rate, potentially saving...
When it comes to online gambling, Canadians are legally permitted to play with online casinos located outside of Canada, and with online casinos hosted on native reserves, such as Kahnawake. Generally, casinos in Canada run as charitable and commercial operations to ensure that local communities be...