Who owns EQ Bank?
short answerEQ Bank holds its own banking licence, so EQ Bank itself is the bank — customer deposits sit on its own regulated balance sheet rather than with a third-party sponsor.
Is EQ Bank a licensed bank?
Yes — it holds its own banking licence. Licence detail: Trade name of Equitable Bank, Schedule I chartered bank (OSFI, Canada); CDIC member.
Where is your money held?
Custody model: Custodial — on EQ Bank's own balance sheet as a licensed bank.
EQ Bank runs on: Temenos (core banking platform). Full stack on the infra map.
Is my money safe with EQ Bank?
As a licensed bank, eligible deposits at EQ Bank are typically protected by the local deposit-guarantee scheme up to the statutory limit (for example FDIC in the US, FSCS in the UK, or the €100,000 EU scheme). Confirm the exact scheme and limit for your country.
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Figures compiled from public sources, for comparison only — not financial advice. "Up to" rates change constantly; always confirm with the issuer. Spotted an error? Suggest a fix.