Preparing for the changes ahead

Making plans to leave your home country and move to Canada takes a lot of work. At CIBC, we want to help prepare you so that you can move to Canada with confidence. 

Here you will find information about special offers from CIBC to help you save money on your day-to-day banking and articles about how to get settled in Canada.

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Welcome to Canada Banking Package

Are you moving to Canada? Have you just arrived? Has Canada been your home for 5 years or less? CIBC has a special banking offer to help newcomers to Canada build a comfortable life. 

Learn more about the Welcome to Canada Banking Package

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Everyday Banking for Newcomers

If you’re a newcomer to Canada, you can get a CIBC bank account and pay no monthly fees for a year.

Learn more about banking for newcomers

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Credit Cards for Newcomers

As a newcomer to Canada, you can get a credit card from CIBC, as long as you have another banking product with us.

Learn more about credit cards for newcomers

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Mortgages for Newcomers

Are you a newcomer to Canada? Are you thinking about buying a home? CIBC offers a special Newcomer Mortgage.

Learn more about mortgages for newcomers

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Toronto Pearson International Airport

When you arrive in Canada, you will have some immediate financial needs. CIBC has six convenient locations at Toronto Pearson International Airport.

Learn more about CIBC at Pearson International Airport

Advice and assistance you can count on

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Banking Glossary

As a newcomer to Canada, you may find some of the banking and credit terms confusing. Our Banking Glossary can help.  

Learn more about banking terms
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Before moving to Canada

There is a lot to think about when you are planning to move to a new country. To help you with your move to Canada, here is a checklist of things to do.

Learn more about moving to Canada
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Finding a job in Canada

Canada offers many job opportunities for new Canadians. If you are not sure where to begin, this information will help. 

Learn more about finding a job
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How banking works in Canada​

Find out how banking in Canada works. CIBC is here to help.

Learn more about banking in Canada
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How to bring your money to Canada

Moving to Canada? Find out how to bring your money with you. 

Learn more about bringing your money to Canada
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How to manage your money and make it last

Budgeting helps you make sure that you do not spend more money than you earn. Here are some tips to help you manage your money better.

Learn more about managing your money
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Preparing your child for school in Canada

Understanding the Canadian education system and how your child can benefit. 

Learn more about the Canadian school system