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Bank with Simplii Financial. For 2 years in a row, IPSOS has recognized us for Financial Services Excellence and Forbes has voted us one of the World’s Best Banks.
How to apply
We’ll set you up with a GIC Program so you can meet the GIC requirements for the SDS program. Send up to $20,000 CAD.
Apply for an account in just 5 minutes from the comfort of home.
Open an account and transfer funds before you arrive. Access $2,000 from your new account right away. We’ll invest the rest of your money into a 1-year GIC Program. When it’s activated, you’ll get the full amount back, plus interest in 11 equal payments over the year.
Need a little help setting up your international student GIC program account?
We can help. Check out our handy step-by-step guide on how to get it done — no phone calls required.
Limited time offer
Get a chance to win a cash prize of $50,000!ⓘ
How to enter:
Choose either the Student Deposit Program or International Student GIC Program
For additional ways to enter, refer to the full contest rules (PDF, 155 KB) Opens in a new window.
Enter our Simplii International Student Banking Contest today!
Not an international student but still a student? Learn how you can enter the Simplii International Student Banking Contest..
Get $125 for referring an international student to bank with Simpliiⓘ
Refer a friend and earn $125 when they open an eligible account using your referral link. Plus they’ll also get $50 as a welcome bonus when they transfer money to their Student GIC Program Account. Ask your friend to include your email address on their application under “Referral Details.” Ready to refer a friend?
Why choose Simplii Financial?
Apply for this program, track your progress and access your banking information online or on your phone anywhere, any time.
Your security is our priority. We use leading-edge technology to make sure your money and personal information is always safe. It’s our job.
Banking shouldn’t be difficult. We’ll help you manage your money and reach your financial goals with ease.
Your International Student GIC Program questions answered
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We understand it can be hard to get a head start in Canada as an international student, and we want to help. Learn more about our latest contest winners and how you could be next.
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