Bank of Nova Scotai today unveiled three new benefits for personal banking customers. Today’s announcement includes a new Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) offer, an enhancement to the ScotiaOne account, and an update to the online account selector tool.

Until August 4, Scotiabank will offer a competitive, no-haggle rate of 4.85% on a 24-month non-redeemable GIC. “We know that our customers are looking to us for industry-leading products and services, and the new GIC rate is highly competitive in today’s market,” says Gillian Riley, managing director, retail deposits, Scotiabank. “Customers can lock in their investment today, and enjoy a great return on their savings.”

Also available until August 4th to new and existing customers is a $75 welcome bonus for opening a ScotiaOne bank account. With a low flat monthly fee, this account provides customers with unlimited ABM, branch, online and telephone banking transactions. Customers who open a ScotiaOne account and set up either a direct payroll or pension deposit, or two pre-authorized debits, will receive the bonus.

Scotiabank’s SCENE entertainment rewards program is a valuable add-on to the ScotiaOne offer. By linking a ScotiaOne account to the SCENE program and using a SCENE ScotiaCard, customers can earn points that they can use for movie tickets or concession treats, simply by using their debit card.

“By enhancing our account packages and building on innovative programs like SCENE, Scotiabank can offer our customers a value that is unmatched,” says Riley.

The bank also announced that the online account selector tool has been updated to include more features to help Canadians choose the right chequing account option. “We know the importance of making sure that our customers are in the account package that best reflects the way that they choose to bank,” added Riley. “The account selector tool will help get them there by suggesting the appropriate account and allowing the customer to compare it to other accounts offered by Scotiabank.”