Access your bank accounts on the go
The FirstOntario mobile banking app is a secure and convenient way to stay on top of your everyday banking on your smartphone or tablet.
Check account activity
Just tap to view a quick summary of all your account transactions.
Deposit Anywhere™
Deposit a cheque in less than a minute simply by taking a picture with your phone.
Move money
Send, request and arrange for money to be automatically deposited into your account with Interac e-Transfer®.
Transfer funds
Move money between your FirstOntario accounts in no time.
Automate transfers
Easily set up recurring transfers and bill payments so you can plan ahead and stay organized.
Find your nearest branch/ATM
Access more than 3,700 surcharge-free ATMs through THE EXCHANGE Network.
2-Step Verification
We’ve implemented 2-Step Verification (2SV) to strengthen security and provide an extra layer of online protection.
Mobile wallet
Enjoy the convenience and security of using your FirstOntario debit or credit card with Apple Pay, Google Pay™, or Samsung Pay.
How-to guides
Pay bills
Manage your bill payees, pay bills and set up future payments online or through our mobile banking app.
Transfer money
Send money to friends, family, or anyone in Canada with Interac e‑Transfer®.
ClickSWITCH
Switch over automated payments and direct deposits from your accounts at other financial institutions.
CardWise
Manage your FirstOntario credit card with ease, track your spending, and stay on top of your card activity.
CRA direct deposit
Sign up for CRA direct deposit to receive your payments directly in your personal account.
Pre-authorized savings
Gradually build up your savings by setting up automatic transfers to your savings account.
Need help?
How do I download the mobile app?
Download the FirstOntario mobile app for free from the App Store or Google Play.
For iPhone users:
- Using your iPhone, search for FirstOntario in the App Store.
- Select the app icon and verify that the author of the app is FirstOntario.
- Tap the icon marked Free, then tap again when it changes to Install.
For Android users:
- Using your Android phone, tap the search icon and search FirstOntario in Google Play™.
- Select the app icon and verify that the author of the app is FirstOntario.
- Tap the icon marked Install, then tap Accept on the next screen.
How do I reset my personal access code if I have forgotten it?
You can reset your password at any time by simply clicking Forgot Password? on the online banking login page. Online users must be enrolled in 2-Step Verification (2SV) to enable this feature. Once you are on the log in page:
- Select Forgot Password?
- Enter your debit card and the last three numbers of your SIN.
- Hit Continue.
- You'll receive a one-time passcode as part of 2SV, which you will then need to enter.
- Enter and confirm the new PAC.
- Hit Continue.
Business memeebs can contact our Member Service Centre at 1‑800‑616‑8878 to reset their personal access code.
How do I set up biometric login (face or fingerprint ID) from the mobile app?
- From the log in screen, enter your credentials and select Remember Me.
- In the Saved Login Profile field, enter a name to set up a profile.
- From the mobile app dashboard, locate and select Settings.
- From the Settings menu, select Biometric Setup.
- Select Use Biometric Login in the pop-up message.
- Enter your personal access code (PAC).
- The mobile app will prompt you to complete a successful biometric validation with fingerprint or face ID. Once this validation is completed, you are enrolled and the biometric login process will be used for your next log in.
How do I enable QuickView to see my account balances without logging in?
From the dashboard, select QuickView Settings. The app will show the accounts you can display in QuickView. Select up to three accounts and press Save.
Where can I view my line of credit details in mobile banking?
Log in to the mobile app and head to your Accounts section. Choose your line of credit (or any other account) and select Account Details.
How to delete a payee in mobile banking?
- Log into the FirstOntario mobile app.
- Tap Pay Bills.
- Tap Manage Payees.
- Choose Delete Payee.
- Choose the payee you want to delete.
- Tap Delete.
How to set up a pre-authorized transfer in mobile banking?
- Log into the FirstOntario mobile app.
- Tap Transfers.
- Choose To My Account.
- Select the accounts, amount and Recurring.
- Tap Continue.
- Choose the frequency, tap Continue and Confirm.
How do I send an e-Transfer?
- Log in to the mobile app.
- Select Interac e-Transfer® from the main page.
- Choose the account you wish to send money from by tapping Select Account.
- Choose the recipient of your e-Transfer by tapping Select Contact.
- Select Add Contacts. Enter the name and email address or mobile telephone number of the person who you will be sending the money to. Once you have added these details, they will be stored on the Contacts list, you will not have to enter in the same information again.
- Create a security question and answer that only the sender and recipient will know. The recipient must enter the correct answer to access the e-Transfer. For example, if you’re sending money to a friend, the question could be: ‘What is the name of your dog?’ For security reasons, do not include the answer to your security question in the message field, which is meant for leaving a note for the recipient.
- Enter the amount you’d like to send and select Continue.
- Review the details of your e-Transfer. Your account will be debited the amount you have sent once you select Confirm.
Are there fees and limits for e-Transfers?
Our premium chequing plans come with a range of free e-Transfers. The number of free transactions depends on which plan you have. See below for e-Transfer transaction limits for personal accounts:
- Maximum sending limit per transaction: $3,000
- Maximum sending limit per day (rolling period of 24 hours): $10,000
- Maximum sending limit per week (rolling period of seven days): $10,000
- Maximum sending limit per month (rolling period of 30 days): $20,000
- Maximum incoming limit per transaction: $25,000
- Minimum incoming limit per transaction: $0
See below for e-Transfer transaction limits for business accounts:
- Maximum sending limit per transaction: $10,000
- Maximum sending limit per day (rolling period of 24 hours): $20,000
- Maximum sending limit per week (rolling period of seven days): $50,000
- Maximum sending limit per month (rolling period of 30 days): $100,000
- Maximum incoming limit per transaction: $25,000
- Minimum incoming limit per transaction: $0