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A checking account that gives back to the planet.

Enjoy no minimum balance and simple options to waive the monthly service chargefootnote2. This account gives back to environmental nonprofits through the 1% for the Planet organization, at no cost to you.

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Added benefits

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We donate 1% of our net revenuefootnote4 from the account to environmental nonprofits through the 1% for the Planet organization (at no cost to you)

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View the estimated carbon impact of your debit card purchases right in the mobile appfootnote5

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Mobile app with over 100,000 5-star ratings

  • Secure biometric loginfootnote6
  • Deposit checks anytimefootnote6
  • Use Zelle® for free to send or request money
  • Tap to view monthly cash flow

App Store rating

4.8
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When your bank helps finance a more sustainable future, so do you

100%

Banks can lend up to 100% of their customers' deposits.footnote7 Do you know what your money is funding?

$230 BILLION

BMO is helping to mobilize $230 billionfootnote8 in sustainable financing worldwide by 2025 by various means including for companies that build clean transportation and green buildings, generate wind and solar power, and more.

Collaborating for the greater good

1% for the Planet helps businesses make an impact by donating 1% of their revenue to environmental nonprofits.

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Schedule of Fees and Charges for Personal Deposit Accounts

Any Deposit Checking Account Guide

1% for the Planet with Any Deposit Checking Addendum

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