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Are you currently living in Canada?

Arrive in Canada Financially Prepared

Thursday, 28 August 2025 10:30 AM (EST)

Nigeria: 3:30 PM | India: 8:00 PM | Philippines: 10:30 PM

Webinar Details

Join us for an eye-opening session on how to build your financial future in Canada with confidence. This free webinar is hosted in partnership with Scotiabank, a trusted leader in newcomer banking.

Together, we’ll guide you through how the Canadian banking system works and share free tools and strategies to help you plan, save, and invest wisely as a newcomer.

By participating in this webinar, you will discover:

  • Why Canada’s banking system is one of the most secure in the world
  • How newcomers can build a financial plan to achieve their goals
  • The five pillars of financial literacy: Budgeting, Saving, Borrowing, Investing, and Fraud Protection
  • How to open a bank account before you arrive in Canada
  • Exclusive banking programs and benefits for newcomers through Scotiabank’s StartRight® Program
  • Live Q&A with a Scotiabank financial expert

Who should attend?

You should attend this webinar if you have been approved to immigrate to Canada and have one of the following documents:

  • Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invitation to obtain pre-arrival services
  • Confirmation of Permanent Residence letter/document
  • Passport request letter that indicates permanent resident visa issuance
  • An IRCC request that an applicant for permanent residence complete a medical examination
  • A single entry Permanent Resident Visa
  • A permanent Resident Visa pick up notification letter.

Bonus:

  • Interactive Webinar Summary Page: Access webinar resources and revisit important information all in one convenient location.

Here’s what attendees had to say…

The thought of starting over is very daunting. Have an organisation that is willing to prepare us for what to expect and how to navigate through the process is really awesome. I am thankful for the initiative.

25/06/2025 | Mary Agbadaola

The webinar was truly insightful and will help the newcomer to prepare themselves to immigrant in Canada

12/10/2024 | Anonymous

The webinar covered many important topics on banking that make any newcomer to Canada feel confident to approach a bank no matter which account you wish to open.

25/06/2025 | Dorcas Kamau

EXPERT

Samar Nazari

Senior Financial Advisor & Mutual Fund Representative, Scotiabank

Samar Nazari, a dedicated member of the team of Senior Advisors committed to supporting clients and their financial success. Samar has been with Scotiabank for over 7 years and brings more than 20 years of overall banking experience to her role.

FEATURED PRESENTER

David Frattini

Managing Partner, Prepare For Canada

David Frattini brings insights into the issues and needs of prospective immigrants to Canada. He has built successful relationships with many stakeholder groups that range from professional associations to settlement services for newcomers. These key relationships help newcomers to prepare for and achieve success in Canada.

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