Background Notes:

Additional Information:

Websites:

CIBC:

Bank of Montreal:

Royal Bank:

http://www.cibc.com

http://www.bmo.com

http://www.royalbank.com

Identification for opening an account or cashing a government cheque:

* present two pieces of current signed identification
* a personal reference from a current customer who is well known to the bank (for opening an account only)
* proof of residence e.g., lease or utility bill

Acceptable Identification:

* Driver's Licence
* Canadian Passport
* Canadian Citizenship Card
* Health Insurance Card
* Social Insurance Card

* Major Credit Card
* Bank Machine Card
* Senior Citizen's (OAS) Card
* Certificate of Indian Status

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