Scotiabank Index Powered GIC

This is the rate at which the GIC issue amount (the principal amount initially invested plus any interim interest earned until the issue date) will participate in the performance of the S&P/TSX60 Index. It is not an annual rate or rate of return. There is no guaranteed rate of return.

This is the total maximum return potentially available over the full term of the GIC. It is not an annual rate or rate of return. Actual return may be lower. There is no guaranteed rate of return.

The Scotia Stock-Indexed GIC (SIGIC) is non-redeemable. The GIC issue amount (the principal amount initially invested plus any interim interest earned until the issue date) and interest, if any, will be paid on the maturity date.

Changes to the S&P/TSX60 Index will affect the amount of the potential interest payable. For SIGICs issued on or after January 13, 2009 and prior to November 20, 2007, potential interest is restricted by the applicable maximum return. For SIGICs issued from November 20, 2007 to January 12, 2009, potential interest is restricted by the applicable participation rate.