Yes, a depositor, if he/she wishes, can open an account with the transferee institution for the full amount or part of his/her deposit.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will the Corporation offset a deposit balance held by a customer against the balance due on the loan?
- When can an eligible depositor expect to receive his or her money?
- If a depositor has an account in the main office of an institution and also at a branch office, are these accounts separately insured?
- What methods of payment may the DIC use in meeting its obligations to the depositors of a failed institution?
Did You Know?
- Misconception: Depositors of a failed member institution would receive payment immediately upon closure of the failed member. - Fact: The legislation governing the operations of the Deposit Insurance system provides for payout to commence within 3 months of the closure of a member institution.