Helping students make real financial progress: BMO partners with Best Buy Canada

Starting a new school year is an exciting milestone —and it also comes with important financial decisions. From managing everyday expenses to investing in the right tools for success, today’s students are navigating more than ever before. 

At BMO, we believe students deserve solutions that meet them where they are and help them confidently take the next step in their financial journey. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Best Buy Canada, bringing together everyday banking and access to essential technology to support students as they prepare for the next academic year and beyond.  

Banking that fits real student life 

Through this collaboration, BMO is combining our student banking offering with Best Buy Canada’s national retail and online presence creating a more flexible, relevant and practical experience.  

Eligible students who open and fund a BMO Student Chequing Account can benefit from: 

• Up to $200 in Tech Rewards from Best Buy. 
• Choosing the tech that fits their lifestyle and access to a curated selection of products from leading brands, including Sony, JBL, Nespresso, Dyson, Google Fitbit and more. 

This approach puts choice in students’ hands—so they can select the technology that best supports how they study, stay connected and succeed academically. 

Showing up when it matters most 

At BMO, helping clients make real financial progress means being present at the moments that matter—like the transition into post-secondary education. 

“Helping students take control of their financial future starts with giving them the tools and guidance at the moments that matter most. Through our collaboration with Best Buy Canada, we’re pairing BMO’s no-fee student banking with access to essential technology — empowering students to build their financial literacy, develop smart money habits, make informed decisions about their finances, and make real financial progress.”

- Andras Lazar, Head, Everyday Banking, Segments & Personal Lending, BMO 

By integrating financial tools with practical, everyday needs, we’re helping students build the habits and confidence that set them up for long-term success. 

Supporting financial progress—beyond back to school 

This partnership is just one example of how BMO supports students throughout their financial journey—not just during back-to-school season, but all year long. 

Students can access a range of tools and resources designed to build confidence and create strong financial foundations, including: 

• BMO Student Banking: No-fee, personalized solutions including chequing and savings accounts, credit options for those with limited credit history, investment solutions and global money transfers  
• BMO SmartProgress: Free, on-demand learning with easy-to-follow content to help build financial knowledge and confidence 
• Budgeting tools and resources: Helping students track spending, plan ahead and stay in control of their finances 

Together, these offerings are designed to give students the flexibility, tools and support they need to make informed decisions today—and in the future.