Open a new bank account at Meridian and get $300*
For a $50* welcome bonus, open a chequing account and be treated like a Member, not a number.
To qualify, deposit $40 in your new account and maintain that balance for three to four months, depending on date of account opening*.See validation dates and full terms and conditions.
Step 1
Select your preferred account from the options below.
Step 2
Deposit $40 in your new account and maintain that balance for three to four months, depending on date of account opening*.
Step 3
Receive your $50 bonus within 30 days*! See full terms and conditions.
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Choose your preferred account
Senior Everyday Chequing Package
A low-cost option for seniors with moderate banking needs.
All your monthly transactions, plus a $2,000 minimum monthly balance option to waive the package fee.
Senior Unlimited Chequing Package
A comprehensive package for seniors who want unlimited flexibility.
Unlimited self-serve transactions plus a $5,000 minimum monthly balance option to waive the package fee.
Essential Chequing Package
Perfect for those who bank infrequently.
Get the basics for a low monthly package fee regardless of your monthly balance.
Digital Chequing Package
The ideal package for those who prefer to bank digitally.
Unlimited self-serve transactions plus a $3,000 minimum monthly balance option to waive the package and additional transaction fees.
Everyday Chequing Package
Perfect for those who bank more often.
More included transactions plus a $2,000 minimum monthly balance option to waive the package fee.
Unlimited Chequing Package
A comprehensive package for those who want unlimited flexibility.
Unlimited self-serve and personal service transactions plus a $5,000 minimum monthly balance option to waive the package fee.
Student Chequing Package
Designed with the student in mind. Available for Members⁴ between ages 18 - 25.
No monthly package fee, plus unlimited self-serve transactions and up to 99 rebated Interac e-Transfers.
Need further details? Explore these frequently asked questions.
To qualify for this offer, you must not currently have a $1 Meridian Member Share Account.
To qualify for this offer, you must not currently have a $1 Meridian Member Share Account.
A Meridian Share Account is an account where the Member holds at least one Membership share (each valued at $1), enabling the Member to transact with Meridian, buy an investment, apply for a mortgage, etc. Open a Share Account is a standard part of the Member onboarding process and will be facilitated by the Meridian representative during account opening.
If your Meridian account was not active as of November 1, 2024, you are eligible for this offer. To qualify for this offer, you must not currently have a $1 Meridian Member Share Account.
- Open a qualifying account through this offer page OR identify in branch that you are opening a new chequing account as part of this offer.
- Successfully open the $1 Member Share Account and new chequing account.
- Fund your new chequing account with a minimum of $40 in the first 60 days after opening.
- Maintain a balance of $40 in the account for three to four months, depending on date of account opening. See payout schedule for full details. Terms and Conditions
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New Members can expect the $50 bonus payout deposited within a month after satisfying all eligibility requirements. For example, if you open your new account on December 9, 2024 and satisfy all criteria, your bonus will be deposited by March 31, 2025.
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Referring Members can expect the $50 referral bonus to be deposited after your referred friend or family member satisfies all eligibility requirements. Therefore, payout will occur within the same timelines as those for your referred friend or family member. View the full payout schedule in the Terms and Conditions
Yes. You don’t need to be referred to be eligible for the $50 cash bonus, but you do need to meet all eligibility criteria as outlined in theTerms and Conditions.
Yes and no. If you do not fill out the Member referral form on this page, the referring Member will not receive the $50 bonus. However, you can still open a qualifying account and receive the $50 offer if you meet all eligibility criteria.
No. Only new Members are eligible for the $50 bonus during the offer period.
Access a direct deposit form from your computer:
- Sign into Meridian online banking
- Click “Select an Action” in the drop-down menu beside your new chequing account
- Click “Direct Deposit Form” from the list
- Click “Deposit Form” from the list
- Select your new chequing account from the list
- Click “Create PDF”
You now have a personalized form to set up your recurring direct deposit.
Access a direct deposit form from your mobile app:
- Sign into the Meridian mobile app
- Select your new chequing account
- Click the “Summary” tab
- Scroll down and click “Download direct deposit form”
- Make sure your new chequing account is selected under “Account”
- Click “Generate PDF”
You now have a personalized form to set up your recurring direct deposit.
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Available to Members aged 18 and older. All features and transactions included in the monthly package fee.
| Fee type and description | Fee details |
|---|---|
| Package fees | |
| Monthly package fee | $3 |
| Minimum monthly balance (MMB) to waive additional transaction fees5 | Not applicable |
| MMB to waive package fee5 | Not applicable |
| Transactions included in package | |
| Self-serve1 | 15 included ($1.25 per additional transaction) |
| In branch2 | 5 included ($1.25 per additional transaction) |
| Cheques4 | 2 included ($1.25 per additional cheque) |
| Deposits | Free |
| Rebated Interac e-Transfers®3/ month | 4 included ($1.50 per additional transfer) |
| Monthly interest | Not applicable |
Available to Members aged 18 and older. All features and transactions included in the monthly package fee.
| Fee type and description | Fee details |
|---|---|
| Package fees | |
| Monthly package fee | $9 |
| Minimum monthly balance (MMB) to waive additional transaction fees5 | Not applicable |
| MMB to waive package fee5 | $2,000 |
| Transactions included in package | |
| Self-serve1 | 25 included ($1.25 per additional transaction) |
| In branch2 | 5 included ($1.25 per additional transaction) |
| Cheques4 | 2 included ($1.25 per additional cheque) |
| Deposits | Free |
| Rebated Interac e-Transfers®3/ month | 6 included ($1.50 per additional transfer) |
| Monthly interest | Not applicable |
Available to Members aged 18 and older. All features and transactions included in the monthly package fee.
| Fee type and description | Fee details |
|---|---|
| Package fees | |
| Monthly package fee | $14 |
| Minimum monthly balance (MMB) to waive additional transaction fees5 | $3,000 |
| MMB to waive package fee5 | $3,000 |
| Transactions included in package | |
| Self-serve1 | Unlimited |
| In branch2 | 0 included ($1.25 per transaction if MMB not maintained) |
| Cheques4 | 0 included ($1.25 per cheque if MMB not maintained) |
| Deposits | Free |
| Rebated Interac e-Transfers®3/ month | 99 included ($1.50 per additional transfer) |
| Monthly interest | Not applicable |
Available to Members aged 18 and older. All features and transactions included in the monthly package fee.
| Fee type and description | Fee details |
|---|---|
| Package fees | |
| Monthly package fee | $19 |
| Minimum monthly balance (MMB) to waive additional transaction fees5 | Not applicable |
| MMB to waive package fee5 | $5,000 |
| Transactions included in package | |
| Self-serve1 | Unlimited |
| Personal service (in branch)2 | Unlimited |
| Cheques4 | Unlimited |
| Deposits | Free |
| Rebated Interac e-Transfers®3/ month | 99 included ($1.50 per additional transfer) |
| Monthly interest | Not applicable |
Available to Members aged 18-256. All features and transactions included in the monthly package fee.
| Fee type and description | Fee details |
|---|---|
| Package fees | |
| Monthly package fee | $0 |
| Minimum monthly balance (MMB) to waive additional transaction fees5 | Not applicable |
| MMB to waive package fee5 | Not applicable |
| Transactions included in package | |
| Self-serve1 | Unlimited |
| In branch2 | 5 included ($1.25 per additional transaction) |
| Cheques4 | 2 included ($1.25 per additional cheque) |
| Deposits | Free |
| Rebated Interac e-Transfers®3/ month | 99 included ($1.50 per additional transfer) |
| Monthly interest | Not applicable |
Available to Members aged 60 and older. All features and transactions included in the monthly package fee.
| Fee type and description | Fee details |
|---|---|
| Package fees | |
| Monthly package fee | $3 |
| Minimum monthly balance (MMB) to waive additional transaction fees5 | Not applicable |
| MMB to waive package fee5 | $2,000 |
| Transactions included in package | |
| Self-serve1 | 25 included ($1.25 per additional transaction) |
| In branch2 | 5 included ($1.25 per additional transaction) |
| Cheques4 | 2 included ($1.25 per additional cheque) |
| Deposits | Free |
| Rebated Interac e-Transfers®3/ month | 6 included ($1.50 per additional transfer) |
| Monthly interest | Not applicable |
Available to Members aged 60 and older. All features and transactions included in the monthly package fee.
| Fee type and description | Fee details |
|---|---|
| Package fees | |
| Monthly package fee | $9.50 |
| Minimum monthly balance (MMB) to waive additional transaction fees5 | Not applicable |
| MMB to waive package fee5 | $5,000 |
| Transactions included in package | |
| Self-serve1 | Unlimited |
| In branch2 | Unlimited |
| Cheques4 | Unlimited |
| Deposits | Free |
| Rebated Interac e-Transfers®3/ month | 99 included ($1.50 per additional transfer) |
| Monthly interest | Not applicable |
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