Bank branch hours in Canada vary significantly by institution, location type, and day of week. TD's extended hours set the standard for convenience, while most other Big 5 banks follow more traditional schedules. This guide covers typical hours for each major Canadian bank, how to find your specific branch's hours, and what banking you can do 24/7 without ever visiting a branch.
TD's extended branch hours are one of its primary competitive advantages. Most TD locations follow this schedule:
| Day | Typical TD Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Wednesday | 8:00am – 6:00pm |
| Thursday–Friday | 8:00am – 8:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Sunday | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
TD branches located inside malls or shopping centres often follow mall hours, which may extend later on evenings and weekends. Some urban TD locations are open until 8pm Monday through Friday. These hours make TD the most accessible big bank for Canadians who work 9-to-5 and need occasional in-person banking.
RBC branches typically follow standard business hours with some Saturday availability:
| Day | Typical RBC Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Wednesday | 9:30am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday–Friday | 9:30am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am – 4:00pm (select locations) |
| Sunday | Closed (most locations) |
RBC branches in higher-traffic areas and shopping malls may have extended hours. Some downtown core RBC locations in major cities are open until 6pm or later on Fridays. Always verify your specific branch via the RBC branch locator on their website or app.
| Day | Typical Scotiabank Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Wednesday | 9:30am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday–Friday | 9:30am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am – 4:00pm (select locations) |
| Sunday | Closed (most locations) |
Scotiabank's hours are comparable to RBC — standard weekday banking with limited Saturday hours at select locations. Mall-based Scotiabank branches may align with mall hours. Scotiabank's eHOME mortgage platform is available 24/7 for digital mortgage applications regardless of branch hours.
| Day | Typical BMO Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Wednesday | 9:30am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday–Friday | 9:30am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am – 4:00pm (select locations) |
| Sunday | Closed (most locations) |
BMO hours are standard among the Big 5 for non-TD banks. Some BMO locations in major shopping centres are open on Sundays following mall hours. BMO's telephone banking and digital services are available extended hours beyond branch closing times.
| Day | Typical CIBC Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Wednesday | 9:30am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday–Friday | 9:30am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am – 4:00pm (select locations) |
| Sunday | Closed (most locations) |
CIBC follows the same standard pattern as RBC, Scotiabank, and BMO. CIBC's digital banking app is available 24/7, and telephone banking is available with extended hours beyond branch closing.
All Canadian bank branches are closed on federal statutory holidays, which include:
Provincial statutory holidays may also result in branch closures. ATMs remain operational 24/7 on all holidays. Digital banking, mobile banking, and online bill payment work normally on statutory holidays.
Branch hours matter less than they used to. Nearly all routine banking can be handled digitally at any time:
Tasks that still typically require a branch visit or appointment: opening certain account types, notarized document requirements, large cash transactions, in-person mortgage signing, safe deposit box access, and some fraud resolution situations.
Hours vary considerably by specific location. The most reliable ways to find exact hours for a branch near you:
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