No. The main office and all branches are considered to be one institution. Therefore, the accounts would be added together and insured up to the $200,000 maximum. However, separately constituted subsidiaries or associated companies are recognised as distinct legal entities for deposit insurance purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will the Corporation offset a deposit balance held by a customer against the balance due on the loan?
- When is the Liquidator appointed?
- When can an eligible depositor expect to receive his or her money?
- How is a depositor notified that an institution in which he or she has a deposit, has been ordered to be closed?
Did You Know?
- Misconception: Depositors of a failed member institution have an unlimited time within which to make a claim on the Fund. - Fact: Depositors are granted a 12 month window in which to make a claim after which they can claim against the estate of the failed member. After the passage of 12 months, claims can only be made against the estate of the failed member institution payment for which would depend …
