About us | National Bank Go to page content Go to main menu Sign in to my account Personal Business Wealth Management About Us Search Find us Fr Become a clientPersonal Business Sign inOnline transactionsPersonal Business Direct Brokerage National Bank Financial Natbank Group Retirement Plans Private Banking 1859 Governance Commitments and impact Investors News and communications Careers Sign inOnline transactionsPersonal Business Direct Brokerage National Bank Financial Natbank Group Retirement Plans Private Banking 1859 Close Canadian Western Bank has officially joined forces with National Bank. If you are a CWB client, please consult our migration hub for the latest updates. About us Discover the values that shaped our journey and guide our future A bank that takes action We’re one of the 6 largest banks in Canada and the leading one in Quebec. But above all, we’re a bank that puts people first. Our priority is your success. You can count on our financial services and expertise for your everyday projects, business goals, and legacy. A culture built on entrepreneurship Seizing the moment is part of our DNA. This commitment pushes us to provide services such as being the first bank in Canada to offer $0 commission on direct brokerage transactions* and being one of the first to offer the FHSA. Now, we’re focused on shaping the future.  Strong connections: the foundation of our mission Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. That’s why we’re committed to building a sustainable future. It starts with forging long-term relationships based on trust with our clients, teams, stakeholders, and community. Driven by our values We were founded by a desire to support local business owners. Since then, our 3 main values inspire us to keep that entrepreneurial spirit alive. Empowerment Each of us can make a difference. It is up to us to take action. Partnership We work as a team to make a positive impact. Agility We always adapt quickly to changes in society and the lives of our clients. Looking ahead since 1859 1859 We were founded in 1859 by a group of Quebec City businessmen who were committed to serving the interests of their French-speaking peers. 1924 First merger with Banque d'Hochelaga to form the Banque Canadienne Nationale to weather the Great Depression of the 1930s. 1979 A second merger, with the Provincial Bank of Canada, to create the National Bank and plan its expansion outside Quebec. 1983 Construction of the head office in the heart of Montreal: two huge office towers symbolizing our importance in the market. 1985 Acquisition of the Mercantile Bank of Canada and the beginning of an expansion phase in Ontario, Western Canada, and the United States. 2009 Creation of Private Banking 1859 to meet the specific needs of our affluent clients. 2016 Acquisition of ABA Bank of Cambodia and investment in other foreign financial institutions to expand internationally. 2024 Inauguration of our new head office in Montreal to reaffirm our position of leadership in Quebec and desire to reinvest in the Canadian economy. 2025 Acquisition of Canadian Western Bank to continue our expansion in Canada, specifically in the Western provinces. Grow with a business that puts you first Take the next step in your career with a company that offers a dynamic environment, flexibility, and allows you to chart your own path. Explore our job openings Governance Get to know the people who guide our organization by browsing the professional experiences of each member of our Senior Leadership Team.   Meet our leaders Investor relations Are you a National Bank shareholder? Follow our stock performance and discover our quarterly results. Consult our other news and publications of interest, as well as our archives.   Browse our resources News and communications Stay up to date with our latest market news, economic analysis, and more.   Read our press releases Little details that matter Legal disclaimers *National Bank Direct Brokerage, as a division of a Canadian bank subsidiary, is the first broker in Canada to offer a commission-free online brokerage solution for Canadian and U.S. stocks. 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