Scotiabank StartRight® 

Mortgage Program for Temporary Residents 

This program may be impacted by the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act.

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. 

Financing  

Conventional and insured financing available.‡ 

Payment choice 

Choose from weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payment options.   

Insurance  

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

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Mortgage Calculator 

Determine your payment options, amortization and more, all with one calculator.  

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What Can I Afford? 

Find out how much, so you can arrange your mortgage and shop for a home with confidence. 

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STEP Calculator 

Learn how to save by using the equity in your home to borrow at lower interest rates.  

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Plan today for a secure tomorrow

 

Maintain the home and lifestyle you’ve worked hard to build.

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STEP Selector 

Opening the door to homeownership.   

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Prepayment calculator

Find out what your mortgage prerepayment charge will be, so you can be mortgage-free faster.

Ready to apply? 

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Make an appointment with a Home Financing Advisor

Talk to a Home Financing Advisor on the phone or at a location of your choice.

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Visit an advisor at your branch


Talk to a Scotiabank Financial Advisor at one of our branches to learn more about our mortgage solutions.