Financial Product Reviews

The Canadian Western Bank Standard Account is a basic chequing account with a low monthly fee and a limited number of free transactions every month. The monthly fee can be waived as long as you have at least $1,000 in your account.

The CIBC Smart for Students bank account delivers all the cash-saving features you want from a student account, while also providing the accessibility and widespread ATM network that a Big-5 bank is known for. But what really sets it apart is its free SPC+ membership, which gets you up to 30% off the top brands in Canada.

Are you looking for a quality youth account to help your children learn how to save? And do you want them to keep as much of their cash as possible without getting nickel and dimed? Do you also live in B.C. or Alberta? If so, you should take a look at the Canadian Western Bank Youth Account.

The Canadian Western Bank Gold Leaf PLUS Account is a versatile, everyday-use chequing account for Canadian seniors aged 57 and older. This account comes with no monthly fees, unlimited transactions, complimentary cheques, and free Interac e-Transfers. Account holders also get a $15 discount when renting a safety deposit box.

The Canadian Western Bank Student Account provides "the ultimate no-hassle chequing account," giving students an easy way to manage their money without worrying about fees or limits. And this is really what student bank accounts are all about.

The Laurentian Bank Basic Account is a cost-effective option for those who don’t need too many transactions. For $4.00 per month, account holders can make 12 transactions including ATM withdrawals, bill payments, and debit transactions. The monthly fee is waived for RDSP beneficiaries and seniors receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS).

The Canadian Western Bank Apex Account is a chequing account with a palatable fee with all you need in an everyday account. This will unlock access to unlimited transactions and Interac e-Transfers, as well as a way to waive the $14.25 monthly fee.

The Laurentian Bank Preferred Account offers an average banking solution for a monthly fee of $7.50. The monthly fee includes 20 transactions that cover a wide range of financial activities, making it advantageous for users with moderate banking needs.

The TD Every Day Chequing Account offers unlimited free Interac e-Transfers, making it simple to send money anytime without worrying about extra charges. TD Bank also adds a little extra flavour by offering bonus Starbucks Rewards, a nice perk for coffee lovers who want to earn more with their day-to-day banking. For a monthly fee of just $11.95, which includes 25 transactions a month plus a seniors discount, this a good choice for your average banking needs.

The CIBC Everyday Chequing Account is a basic, no-frills account offering easy access to your funds at a low monthly fee–just $4.00 a month. This account also features easy access to a large and convenient ATM network, along with a wide array of services available at CIBC branches across the country – all perks of working with one of Canada's largest banks.