Money Management

Manage your money in Canada like a pro: find out how to transfer funds internationally, where to borrow and invest, and how to plan your estate.

USD accounts in Canada

As one of our closest neighbours, there are plenty of reasons you may want to open a USD account in Canada. If you’re a cross border commuter, have a US vacation home or do business stateside, having a USD account can help lower your costs. Whether you’re a US citizen living in Canada, or a […]

Best GBP accounts in Canada

GBP accounts in Canada can help individuals and business owners who send, spend or receive British pounds frequently. Get a great exchange rate, spend less on fees, and transact conveniently across currencies. If you travel to the UK frequently, send payments abroad, receive a salary in British pounds, or want to diversify your savings and […]

Best EUR accounts in Canada

If you need to transact between Canada and one of the 20 Eurozone countries, a EUR account in Canada can be a good way to access low fees and preferential exchange rates, to cut the overall costs of transacting across currencies. 20 countries in Europe use euros as their official currency. If you’re in Canada, […]

How to use the Wise Card in the Canada

Managing money between currencies can feel complicated when you live or travel abroad, but the Wise Card helps make it simpler. The card connects to your Wise account so you can spend, withdraw, and convert money at the mid-market exchange rate with clear, low fees. For expats and frequent travelers in Canada, it offers a […]

Best AUD Account in Canada

Open an AUD account in Canada to transact between Australian and Canadian dollars more easily – and often with lower fees compared to sticking with your CAD checking account. Opening an AUD account in Canada can be a smart plan for Australians living in Canada, international students, business owners and frequent travelers. Whether you’re receiving […]

Mobile Banking in Canada

More and more of us are managing our money digitally now, with apps to view, check and arrange transactions on the move. From using a mobile wallet to tap and pay in a store, to reviewing your account balance at a glance, mobile banking solutions make life easier and more convenient. This means that new […]

Saving money in Canada as an expat

There are plenty of ways to save money in Canada as an expat – but they’re not all obvious if you’re a new arrival in the country. This guide gives money saving tips, tricks and inspiration. The costs of living globally have been rising in the past few years. Canadian government statistics show that back in 2024 […]

Credit cards in Canada: A guide for expats

Having a credit card can make it easier to manage your daily spending, with ways to spread the costs of major purchases over several months, and opportunities to earn rewards and unlock discounts and promotions. Having the right Canadian credit card can make a big difference – but for expats and new arrivals, understanding Canadian […]

Investing in Canada as an expat

If you’re an expat, overseas retiree, international student or digital nomad you may be looking for investment inspiration and guidance when moving to, or living in, Canada. Because the options available to you in Canada – and the costs, outlook and tax rules – might vary a lot from your home country, it’s important to […]

International money transfers in Canada 🇨🇦 (Sending & Receiving)

If you’re an expat, frequent traveller, international student or digital nomad in Canada, the chances are that you need to make frequent international wire transfers to pay bills, send funds home and keep up with your day to day finances. Transferring money internationally while living in a new country can be a challenge. This guide […]

Best bank accounts for non-residents in Canada

If you’re a new arrival in Canada, or if you’re planning to move there soon, you’ll want an account which can help you manage your money and transactions in CAD. A Canadian dollar account can also be a helpful addition if you’re a non-resident who travels to Canada, or does business there. Join us as […]

How to use Wise in Canada as an expat

Wise provides powerful digital account and payment services which can help expats in Canada manage their money across currencies conveniently and with low costs. Use Wise to hold 40+ currencies including CAD, and receive international payments in 20+ currencies. You can also order a card for spending and withdrawals, and sending international wires to 160+ […]

How to build credit in Canada fast as a newcomer

Start building Canadian credit safely, with steps you can begin online in your first weeks after arrival. If you’re new to Canada and trying to rent a home, get a mobile phone plan, or qualify for your first card, you usually need to create Canadian credit history from scratch. That can be daunting, but there […]

How to get a credit card in Canada with no credit history

Getting your first Canadian credit card as a new arrival can be important, to help you build your credit score, access financing and start to settle more quickly into your new home. However, with no local Canadian credit history, getting a credit card can prove trickier than you may expect. This guide is for newcomers […]

How to bring money from abroad to Canada

Moving money to Canada is legal, but can feel stressful when you are carrying savings, receiving family support, or transferring the proceeds of a sale. What matters most is not just the amount, but how the money enters Canada and where the money came from in the first place. The rules you need to know […]