Settling in Canada with Desjardins As the largest financial cooperative in Canada, Desjardins supports you in your arrival to Canada at every step, with offers and services designed exclusively for newcomers.
Custom offers and services for your move to Canada
A globally recognized financial services cooperative, Desjardins is the largest Canadian financial institution in Québec. With a strong presence in Ontario and the rest of Canada, Desjardins has more than 2,000 ATMs and 1,000 points of sale across the country. Join 7 million members and customers and choose Desjardins to support you in your Canadian adventure.
Take advantage of an offer designed exclusively for newcomers to make your transition to Canada easier. This custom offer includes a bank account with unlimited free transactions, a specialized and multilingual team to support you at every step and a host of other benefits.
In order to make purchases and save, you’ll need to open a bank account with a Quebec financial institution. Desjardins makes your move easier by allowing you to transfer funds before you leave.
Make the most of our Offer for newcomers. Get a credit card with no annual fees, with no credit history or security deposit needed. Certain conditions apply.
Enjoy peace of mind while you’re waiting to receive your Québec health insurance card. Desjardins’ Visitors to Canada Insurance covers health care and emergency services in the event of an accident or illness during your first few months in the province.
No matter what kind of dwelling you live in, home insurance is essential to keep you and your things protected. From home, life and health insurance to car and travel insurance, you can find all the coverage you need at Desjardins.
Make your move to Montréal easier by opening a bank account online from your country of residence before you leave can be really useful.
The most reputable cooperative financial group in Québec