If you are a university or college student, we know that your budget demands money-saving features and lower banking fees. 1st Choice Savings offers a student banking package that provides a broad range of financial products and services to members 17 to 26 years of age pursuing post-secondary education and taking a minimum 60% full-time course load.
As a valued member you get:
- Funds that are 100% guaranteed
- Convenient account access through ATM and Direct Payment networks with your Member Debit Card
- Free Telephone Banking and Internet Banking access
- Free "All in One" monthly statement
- No "minimum balance" requirements
- Free initial order of standard cheques
- Up to $3500 for the purchase of a new computer with repayment beginning one month after purchase. (Loan must be co-signed by a parent, guardian or employed spouse)
- Student Loan available Click here for More Information
- Eligible for Student Travel Insurance program
- Monthly interest paid and calculated on the closing daily balance
Benefits of being a 1st Choice Savings member:
- As a 1st Choice Savings member, you're more important than the size of your wallet. You share in the ownership and enjoy superior service from a financial institution that contributes to the local community.
- You get the latest information and enjoy the latest technological developments in banking. Flexible financial services provide all the support you need and you reap the benefits of strength in numbers.
As a valued member your costs are:
- A $25 Common share requirement
- Monthly Account Fee of $4.00
- 5 free debit transactions then $0.50 per transaction
- 5 free transactions available through other financial institutions ATMs then $1.50 per Interac®, $2.50 per U.S. and $3.00 per International transaction
- Unlimited electronic transactions
- $1.50 per utility bill payment
What you will need to open this account:
- Two pieces of identification, one of which must contain photo identification. Acceptable identification includes Driver's License, Canadian Citizenship card, Alberta Health Care, Indian Status, Birth Certificate or Passport.
- A social insurance number is required for all individuals with investment/savings accounts.
- Birth Certificate is required for any lending products.
Call 320-4600 to speak to a 1st Choice Savings associate or enroll online.
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