Scotiabank StartRight® Mortgage Program for Temporary Residents
Right for you if:
You want to buy a home while staying in Canada†
You want as many mortgage options as possible
Overview
Fixed or Variable rates
Choose from fixed rate terms as low as 6 months and as long as 10 years, and Scotia Flex Value® closed mortgage.
Conventional and insured financing available.‡
PLUS:
Choose from weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payment options.
Scotia Mortgage Protection can help make sure the home you worked so hard for is protected.
Visit StartRight Program for Newcomers for complete details on all of the program's services and products offered to temporary non-residents.
Mortgage Rates
We understand that everyone's mortgage needs are different. Let us help you find a mortgage that's just right for you4.
Variable Rate Mortgages
Mortgage tools
Mortgage-Free Faster Calculator
Discover how small changes can have a big effect. This tool will show you how you can be mortgage-free faster.
What Can I Afford?
Find out how much, so you can arrange your mortgage and shop for a home with confidence.
Mortgage Calculator
Determine your payment options, amortization and more, all with one calculator.
STEP Calculator
Learn how to save by using the equity in your home to borrow at lower interest rates.
Mortgage Comparison Calculator
Use this calculator to compare two different mortgages and determine which feature or product is the most suitable to meet your needs.
Ready to apply
All mortgage applications are subject to meeting Scotiabank's standard credit criteria, residential mortgage standards and maximum permitted loan amounts.
Some conditions apply.
Applicable to residential mortgages only and subject to Scotiabank lending criteria for residential properties. CMHC/Genworth Financial Canada mortgage default insurance may be required for Loan to Value Ratios (LVR's) greater than 65% to a maximum of 95%. Maximum LVR's available may be less than 95%. Down payment must come from applicant's own resources (i.e. not gifted). This offer is available for all qualified purchase customers.
Mortgage Rates Information
Special Offer Information
The above Annual Percentage Rates (APR) for our special offers are compounded semi-annually, not in advance. Each APR calculation is based on a mortgage of $100,000 with a 25 year amortization and a $300 appraisal fee. The actual appraisal fee may vary. The mortgage must be advanced within 120 days from the date of application. These offers are subject to change and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Variable interest rates will change automatically as Scotiabank's prime rate changes. Applications are subject to meeting Scotiabank's standard credit criteria, residential mortgage standards and maximum permitted loan amounts. Other conditions may apply.
Interest rates are provided for information purposes only and are subject to change at any time without notice. All rates are calculated semi-annually, not in advance.
All mortgage applications are subject to meeting Scotiabank's standard credit criteria, residential mortgage standards and maximum permitted loan amounts.