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Best Banks in Timmins, Ontario

Timmins residents — compare top Canadian banks for savings rates, no-fee chequing, and mortgage options. Timmins is a gold mining city in the Porcupine Gold Rush region of Northern Ontario.

Population ~41,000 · Updated 2025

Top 6 Banks for Timmins Residents

Rates and features as of 2025. Always verify directly with the institution.

EQ

EQ Bank

Digital bank · No monthly fees
Savings Plus Account 3.75% High
  • No monthly fees ever
  • Free Interac e-Transfers
  • CDIC insured deposits
  • 1.5% cashback on spending
  • USD account available
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TG

Tangerine

Online bank · Scotiabank owned
Savings Account 3.25%
  • No-fee chequing account
  • 2.0% cashback categories
  • Free ABM network (Scotiabank)
  • RSP & TFSA available
  • Welcome rate promotions
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SC

Scotiabank

Big 5 · Full-service branch
Momentum PLUS Savings 2.85%
  • Branches across Ontario
  • Scene+ rewards program
  • Full mortgage solutions
  • Business banking available
  • Student accounts offered
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TD

TD Bank

Big 5 · Longest branch hours
High Interest Savings 2.50%
  • Extended weekday/weekend hours
  • TD Rewards travel points
  • Comprehensive mortgage options
  • Robust mobile/online banking
  • Student & newcomer accounts
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RBC

RBC

Canada's largest bank
High Interest eSavings 2.40%
  • Largest branch network in CA
  • Avion Rewards program
  • Full mortgage & HELOC options
  • RBC Ventures perks ecosystem
  • Small business banking
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Ontario Land Transfer Tax Calculator

Timmins buyers pay Ontario LTT only — no municipal land transfer tax applies here.

Ontario LTT (gross)
Net LTT Payable

Rates: 0.5% ≤$55K · 1.0% $55K–$250K · 1.5% $250K–$400K · 2.0% $400K–$2M · 2.5% above $2M. FTB rebate: full ($4,000) if price ≤$368,000, partial up to $400,000, zero above $400,000.

Frequently Asked Questions — Banking in Timmins

Local answers for Timmins home buyers and savers.

What is the average home price in Timmins?

Timmins is one of the most affordable cities in Ontario, with average home prices typically between $200,000 and $280,000. First-time buyers almost always qualify for the maximum Ontario FTB rebate of $4,000.

Does Timmins have a municipal land transfer tax?

No. Only Toronto has a municipal LTT in Ontario. Timmins buyers pay only the provincial Ontario Land Transfer Tax.

What banks operate in Timmins?

RBC, TD, Scotiabank, and BMO all have Timmins branches. The Timmins Community Credit Union is also a local option. EQ Bank and KOHO are strong digital alternatives with no fees.

Is Timmins a good place to buy a home for the first time?

Timmins has some of Ontario's lowest home prices, making it ideal for first-time buyers. The Ontario FTB rebate of up to $4,000 further reduces your upfront costs. Use our calculator above to estimate your LTT.