Arrive in Canada Financially Prepared

Tuesday, 25 February 2025 10:30 AM (EST)

Nigeria: 4:30 PM | India: 9:00 PM | Philippines: 11:30 PM

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Webinar Details

This online webinar will address how to prepare to do your banking in Canada and build a strong financial foundation. Join David Frattini, Managing Partner, Prepare for Canada, and Neil Dhanani, Financial Advisor, Scotiabank, as they discuss the essentials of banking in Canada.

Getting started on the right financial foot is vital to your success. Start your banking journey in Canada with this webinar!

By participating in this webinar, you will discover:

  • How banking differs in Canada
  • Different types of chequing and savings account, debit and credit cards
  • Why credit and credit history are important
  • How to transfer money to Canada
  • How to take advantage of the Scotiabank StartRight® Program.

Who should attend?

You should attend this webinar if you have been approved to immigrate to Canada and have one of the following documents:

  • Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invitation to obtain pre-arrival services
  • Confirmation of Permanent Residence letter/document
  • Passport request letter that indicates permanent resident visa issuance
  • An IRCC request that an applicant for permanent residence complete a medical examination
  • A single entry Permanent Resident Visa
  • A permanent Resident Visa pick up notification letter.

Bonus:

  • Interactive Webinar Summary Page: Access webinar resources and revisit important information all in one convenient location.

FEATURED PRESENTER

David Frattini

Managing Partner, Prepare For Canada

David Frattini brings insights into the issues and needs of prospective immigrants to Canada. He has built successful relationships with many stakeholder groups that range from professional associations to settlement services for newcomers. These key relationships help newcomers to prepare for and achieve success in Canada.