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Scotiabank Business Investment Account review

CanadaUpdated October 2026

Scotiabank’s Business Investment Account is designed for larger reserves, from C$25,000 to C$50 million, with tiered CAD and USD rates that reach 2.25% CAD and 3.05% USD at the highest balances. Smaller balances earn far less, so most small businesses will find better flat rates elsewhere.

Top CAD tier2.25%C$7.5M+
Top USD tier3.05%US$7.5M+
Monthly feeC$0Reserve account
Available inCanadaBanks
Treasi’s take

Who Scotiabank is best for

Choose Scotiabank if…

Businesses with large CAD or USD reserves and scotiabank business clients.

Look elsewhere if…

Balances under C$25,000.

Scotiabank’s Business Investment Account is designed for larger reserves, from C$25,000 to C$50 million, with tiered CAD and USD rates that reach 2.25% CAD and 3.05% USD at the highest balances. Smaller balances earn far less, so most small businesses will find better flat rates elsewhere.

Details

Fees, features and eligibility

Standard interestTiered by balance; up to 2.25% CAD and 3.05% USD at the highest tiers
FeesC$0 a month
CurrenciesCAD, USD
Access to fundsNo lock-ups
Deposit protectionCDIC protection on eligible deposits (licensed bank)
EligibilityBusinesses saving C$25,000 to C$50 million

Source: Scotiabank published product information.

Pros and cons

What stands out

Pros

  • CAD and USD accounts
  • No monthly fee
  • Top tiers reach 2.25% CAD and 3.05% USD

Cons

  • Built for balances of C$25,000 and up
  • Top rates only at very high balances
FAQs

Scotiabank: common questions

Who is the Scotiabank Business Investment Account for?

Businesses keeping surplus cash between C$25,000 and C$50 million that want it accessible while earning tiered interest.

Does it offer US dollar savings?

Yes, in separate CAD and USD accounts, with the top USD tier reaching 3.05%.

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