Scotiabank StartRight Program
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Monthly Fee
$16.95/mo
No monthly fee on an eligible chequing account for the first year*
Included transactions
Not specified
Account Overview
The Scotiabank StartRight® Program is designed for newcomers to Canada (permanent residents within their first 5 years, international students, and foreign workers). It offers:
- Up to $2,300 in first-year value (chequing account, credit card, and bundled offers)*
- No monthly fee for the first year on an eligible chequing account, with no minimum balance required*
- A credit card with no Canadian credit history required, with a credit limit of up to $15,000*
- Unlimited no-fee international money transfers*
- Transfer up to $50,000 to an International Account before you arrive*
Offer & conditions
Up to $2,300 in first-year value*
Ends Oct 29, 2026
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Fee waived with $4,000 minimum balance
Cons
- –Monthly fee of $16.95
Account Features
- E-StatementNot specified
- Included transactionsNot specified
- Unlimited Interac e-TransfersNot specified
Terms and conditions
The Scotiabank StartRight® Program is designed for newcomers to Canada (permanent residents within their first 5 years, international students, and foreign workers). It offers:
- Up to $2,300 in first-year value (chequing account, credit card, and bundled offers)*
- No monthly fee for the first year on an eligible chequing account, with no minimum balance required*
- A credit card with no Canadian credit history required, with a credit limit of up to $15,000*
- Unlimited no-fee international money transfers*
- Transfer up to $50,000 to an International Account before you arrive*
Related Accounts
*Conditions apply. Offer valid July 3 to October 29, 2026. Visit startright.scotiabank.com for full details.
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