Open a GIC
GICs are a risk-free way to balance your portfolio and plan for short-term goals.
Here's how to get started opening a GIC account:
Please note that the minimum amount to invest in a GIC is $1000 CAD.
- Sign in to Servus online banking and use the main menu to navigate to the Accounts tab.
- From the Accounts drop-down, select Open an account.
- From the Open an account page, select Browse GICs .
- From the Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) page, find a GIC product that best suits your needs and select Open now.
- From the Open an account page, select your membership from the Membership drop-down.
- Select your Source account from the drop-down.
- Under Investment details, enter the Amount you would like to invest. Please note that the minimum amount to invest in a GIC is $1000 CAD.
- You can give your account an Account nickname if you like.
- Select an Intended use from the drop-down.
- Under Maturity account, select an account from the drop-down. Your money will be automatically deposited to this account when your investment matures.
- Acknowledge the disclaimer to continue.
- From the Open an account page, take a few moments to review your account details. If everything looks good, select Continue.
Success! Your new GIC has been opened.
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