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The easiest choice you’ll make all semester
No Fee Chequing Account
- Earn $400ⓘ when you become a new client and set up direct deposit
Limited time offer
Win the Simplii Financial™ International Student Banking Contest
Get a chance to win $35,000ⓘ when you apply for and activate your Student Banking Offer before February 28, 2025 and you’ll automatically enroll in this contest. It’s that simple.
Enter our Simplii International Student Banking Contest today!
More benefits
Refer a friend and earn $125 when they open an eligible account using your referral link. Plus your friend will get $50 as a welcome bonus once they meet the requirements.
Ask your friend to include your email address on their application under “Referral Details.”
Our International student GIC Program is designed to help you open and fund your GIC program account before you arrive in Canada and meet visa requirements.
How to get started
Provide identification details, including your school email address and student ID
Complete the verification process
Receive your card in the mail
Step 1
Confirm your identity to activate your card by calling the Simplii Contact Centre at 1-888-723-8881 Opens your phone app.
Step 2
Once activated, visit a CIBC ATM to set up your PIN, the steps to which you’ll find on your debit card
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