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Investing
Overview
Whether you’re an experienced investor or are just starting out, we have options for you.
Looking to save for a specific goal or ensure your savings are on track for retirement? We have the tools and support you need to achieve your dreams and secure your financial future. We make it easy to invest online or chat with one of our investment professionals.
Why Invest with Alterna

Multiple savings and investment products

Professional advice you can count on to help you reach your goals

Easy online access to
your accounts

Flexible investment options to suit your every need
How would you like to start saving?
Registered Plans
Save for your retirement, your children’s education and other long-term savings goals with accounts that are registered with the government and offer tax incentives, such as a TFSA, RRSP and RESP.
Term Deposits
Looking for a worry-free, guaranteed investment? We offer a wide range of guaranteed investment certificates (GICs) with great rates and terms ranging from 30 days to 5 years, so you can choose the one that best meets your investing goals.
MarketTracer® Term Deposits
Finally, an investment that guarantees 100% of your principal and gives you the potential to earn higher returns. Invest with confidence and peace of mind with Alterna’s MarketTracer Term Deposit. A MarketTracer Term Deposit is similar to a regular term deposit, but the return is based on the performance of an underlying index or basket of securities.
Alterna Wealth
Alterna Wealth, through our partner Aviso Wealth, provides comprehensive financial management built on integrity, ethics, responsibility and cooperation. As stewards of your capital, we manage your investments with your best interests in mind.
How would you like to start saving?
Personal Banking
Advisors
Our advisors can help you purchase or renew your investments over the phone or in branch so you can achieve your financial goals.
Wealth
Management
Our advisors provide access to comprehensive, customized financial management built through integrity, ethics and responsibility.
Online
Investing
Bank anywhere with our online banking options. Buy or renew GICs/Term Deposits online or set up transfers.
Direct
Investing
Tap into timely insights and tools to invest with confidence in all market conditions with Qtrade® Direct Investing®.
Disclaimer: Online brokerage services are offered through Qtrade Direct Investing. Mutual funds and other securities are offered through Aviso Wealth. Qtrade Direct Investing and Aviso Wealth are divisions of Aviso Financial Inc. Unless otherwise stated, mutual funds, other securities and cash balances are not covered by the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation or by any other government deposit insurer that insures deposits in credit unions.
Calculators
Articles

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Investment Savings Account
A high-interest savings account that helps you reach your savings goals faster.

Ways to Save
Imagine saving for whatever you want in life - effortlessly. That's what Alterna's Ways to Save products and services can do for you.

Mortgage
Whether you’re looking to buy a home, searching for a better mortgage rate or renew an existing mortgage, we have the right solution for your particular needs.

Investment Loan
Looking to maximize your RRSP or catch up on unused contribution room you have carried over from previous years? An investment loan can help you do it!

Credit Card
We have a credit card to fit your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for valuable reward points, unique partner benefits or simply lower fees, you can choose the card that's right for you.
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