Offers an International Student GIC program, where part of the transferred funds goes into a chequing account and the rest is invested in a GIC paid out in monthly instalments, plus student chequing and savings accounts that can be opened before arrival.
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Blocked accounts and student banking in Canada
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Runs the RBC International Student GIC Program, which lets students open a Canadian bank account before arrival and receive a Confirmation of Deposit for the study permit application, then choose a GIC after arrival.
Runs the Scotiabank Student GIC Program, which lets international students invest funds in a Guaranteed Investment Certificate to show financial support for a Canadian study permit, paid out through a Canadian account after arrival.