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Backgrounder: Review of Banking Fees in Canada

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October 23, 2026 10:22 Announcement

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A Review of Banking Fees in Canada by the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) examined how banking fees are structured, disclosed and experienced by consumers.

Key findings from FCAC’s Review of Banking Fees in Canada

Consumers may not always have a clear understanding of the total fees they pay over time.

point-in-time disclosures do not always help consumers understand cumulative banking costs

consumers may not know the total cost of some transactions before completing them

personalized, usage-based information could help consumers better understand and manage fees

limited transparency around some fees, including foreign exchange costs and cross-border debit fees, may make comparisons more difficult

Comparing banking products and services can be complex.

account features may no longer align with consumers' changing needs

legacy account plans may offer lower value than newer alternatives

fee structures and product bundling can make comparisons difficult

costs for some services can vary significantly among providers

Some transaction and service fees may be avoidable or reduced in certain circumstances.

excess transaction fees that may arise when consumers exceed account limits

multiple fees that may apply to a single ATM withdrawal

prepaid payment product fees that can reduce available balances over time

overdraft protection options that may cost less than some combinations of NSF and dishonoured payment fees

Some fees and processes may discourage consumers from switching products or providers.

transfer-out fees that increase the cost of moving accounts

barriers that make it difficult to compare products across institutions

limited visibility into total banking costs over time

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