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Earn $150 after opening a Practical Plan and completing qualifying activity

New BMO Practical Plan customers can earn $150 after completing qualifying deposit and payment activity.

How this promotion works

Who it is for
New BMO chequing customers opening a Canadian-dollar Primary Chequing Account with the Practical Plan.
Qualifying action
Deposit any amount by November 2, 2026; establish a recurring direct deposit of at least $500 by December 31; and complete either two online bill payments of at least $50 to different payees or two pre-authorized debits of at least $50 from different payees by December 31.
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How to apply
BMO's published terms do not state a required application channel.
Holding requirement
Keep the account open on an eligible plan and in good standing when the bonus is paid, then keep it open on an eligible plan through November 2, 2027.
Reward timing
BMO says the $150 cash bonus will be deposited to the chequing account by June 30, 2027.

Key conditions

  • A valid email address must be provided when the account is opened.
  • Existing BMO deposit-account customers and customers who recently closed specified BMO accounts are excluded under the published lookback rules.
  • The Practical Plan is not eligible for the campaign's Savings Amplifier or My Financial Progress bonuses.