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# WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BANKING IN CANADA

# Everything you need to know  about your financial first steps

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# What you need to know about banking in Canada

**Thursday, 17 June 2021 | 10:30 AM Toronto Time**

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Register for this webinar today to learn how you can open a Canadian bank account before you arrive.

 

This ***free*** and very popular webinar has already benefited hundreds of new immigrants who have settled in Canada.

 

## In this free webinar, you’ll learn:

- How Canada’s banking system differs from other countries including bank fees, interest rates, credit score, and banking rewards

- What banking products are available and the financial benefits that come with each product

- How to open an international bank account simply and quickly

- How to show proof of funds when you open an account from your home country

- How to get the best financial advice and solutions for newcomers through the Scotiabank StartRight program.

 

There is **limited space available** for this free webinar, so sign up today and save your spot!

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***Unable to attend?***  Register anyway and we'll send you a recording of the webcast by email

***Who should attend?***

- Applicants who have received a medical notification letter or email

- Individuals approved in principal for Permanent Residency

- Permanent Residents

- Protected persons

- Refugees

### SAVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

## MEET THE PANELISTS

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## David Frattini

#### Managing Partner

#### Prepare For Canada

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## Munsif Sheraly

#### Director, Multicultural Banking

#### Scotiabank

 

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