Scotiabank is here to support you through your journey. From understanding banking basics, finding the right advisor, setting financial goals and more — the StartRightTM Program will help make banking in Canada easier.
StartRight™ Program for newcomers
No monthly account fees
No monthly account fees on a Preferred Package chequing account for the first year2 – a value of $203.40.*
International money transfers
Unlimited no-fee9 international money transfers — an average savings of $280 compared to in-branch Swift wire transfers.*
No credit history? No problem.
Get a credit card with up to $15,000 in credit limit, even without previous credit history.12
Welcome bonus
Earn a $350 welcome bonus with the Scotiabank Preferred Package chequing account.1
Free safety deposit box
Free small safety deposit box for a year11 – a value of $60.*
Free equity trades
Get 10 free equity trades when you invest a minimum of $1,000 in a new Scotia iTRADE® account10 – a value of $99.90.*
Earn up to 40,000 bonus Scene+TM* points
Apply for a Scotiabank PassportTM Visa Infinite** credit card and earn up to 40,000 bonus Scene+TM* points in your first year.6
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Start Right in Canada
Newcomers can earn up to $1,600* in value the first year with StartRight™.
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*Potential value in 1st year. Certain conditions and assumptions apply.
The Scotiabank Advantage
- ScotiaRise, our 10-year, $500M commitment to foster economic resilience among disadvantaged groups including helping newcomers feel at home faster. Learn more
- The Scotiabank StartRight® Program is designed to help newcomers access credit, savings, no-fee international money transfers and help from Scotiabank Advisors
- The Scotiabank Student GIC Program can help students meet their study permit requirements faster by showing proof of funds
Banking packages designed for you
The StartRight™ Program
The StartRight™ Program
Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GIC)
Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GIC)
International Students
International Students
Credit Cards
Credit Cards
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