Savings bonds are low-risk investment instruments offered by the government. If you own a savings bond, it is important to change your address when you move to make sure your profile is updated. To make it easier for you, we gathered in this article all the provincial savings bond types and details on how to make your change of address with them!
Change of address for my savings bond?
CHANGE OF ADDRESS WITH THE CANADA SAVINGS BONDS PROGRAM
What is the Canada Savings Bonds Program?
Canada Savings Bonds (CSBs) were investment instruments offered by the Government of Canada. As of November 2017, CSBs were no longer available for purchase.
Who must change their address for the Canada Savings Bonds Program?
Even if CSBs are no longer available, the bonds you own will continue earning interest until maturity or redemption. As a result, your personal information has to stay up-to-date with the Government. If you own a CSB and are moving soon, you need to report the change of address to the Government.
How to change your address with the Canada Savings Bonds Program?
There are two ways you can change your address for the Canada Savings Bonds Program
- Online:
For Payroll Plan owners:
- Single Plan: change your address by logging in to CSB Online Services and selecting “Contact Information” from the left navigation menu.
- Joint or Third-Party Plan: change your address by completing the Change of Address and Direct Deposit (COADD) Form.
For Certified Bond Owners and Registered Product Owners (Canada RSP and Canada RIF):
Change your address by following these steps:
- Complete the Change of Address and Direct Deposit Form and Guidelines (COADD).
- Fax or mail the form to Customer Service depending on the bond type (Payroll, Certificated, or Registered Products).
- Contact Customer Service.
- Payroll Savings Program:
- 1 877 899-3599
- 1 905 754-2012 (Outside North America)
- Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET)
- Certificated Bond Owners and Registered Product Owners (The Canada RSP or The Canada RIF)
- 1 800 575-5151
- 1 905 754-2012 (Outside North America- Certificated Bond Owners only)
- Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET)
What you should know!
If you decide to call Customer Service to report your change of address, refer to this list for the information you’ll need to provide to the representative.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS WITH EPARGNE PLACEMENTS QUEBEC
What is the Épargne Placements Québec?
Épargne Placements Québec is the organization responsible of managing operations regarding savings products issued and guaranteed by the Quebec government.
Who must notify the Épargne Placements Québec of a change of address?
If you own a savings bond issued by Épargne Placements Québec, you must report a change of address.
How to change your address with the Épargne Placements Québec?
To change your address for your Quebec savings bond, two options are available to you:
- Call Épargne Placements Québec at 1 800 463 5229
- Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 8am to 8pm
2. Log in the transactional website
- If you don’t have an account, you can obtain a user code online here or by contacting Épargne Placements Québec at the number listed above
CHANGE OF ADDRESS WITH ONTARIO SAVINGS BONDS
What are Ontario Savings Bonds?
Ontario Savings Bonds are savings bonds issued by the Province of Ontario, which backs both the principal investment and any interest you earn.
Who must change their address for the Ontario Savings Bonds?
If you own an Ontario Savings Bond issued by the Province of Ontario, you need to report a change of address when you move.
How to change your address for the Ontario Savings Bonds?
To change your address for your Ontario Savings Bonds, two options are available to you:
- Complete a Change of Information Form and mail it to the address listed above.
- Write a request and send it to:
Computershare Trust Company of Canada
100 University Avenue
8th Floor
Toronto, Ontario
M5J 2Y1
Attn: Bondholder Services
What you should know!
If you opt for writing a request and sending it to the Province of Ontario, make sure to include in your letter the name(s) appearing on the bond(s), the series and par value(s) or the certificate number(s), on top of the new and old address.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS WITH THE ALBERTA TREASURY BOARD AND FINANCE
What is the Alberta Treasury Board and Finance?
It is Alberta’s Board responsible of budget, business plans, savings and treasury management, among other things. It also issues bonds and payments to Albertans.
Who must notify the Alberta Treasury Board and Finance of a change of address?
If you own a bond issued by the Government of Alberta, you need to report a change of address.
How to change your address with the Alberta Treasury Board and Finance?
For both Alberta Capital Bonds and Alberta Savings Certificates, you can contact the Alberta Treasury Board and Finance to change your address at 780-427-3044 and toll-free in Alberta at 310-0000 before the phone number
- Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 8:15 am to 4:30 pm
CHANGE OF ADDRESS WITH MANITOBA’S TREASURY DIVISION
What is the Manitoba Treasury Division?
The Treasury Division in the province of Manitoba manages the cash resources, borrowing programs, and all investment and debt management activities of the government.
Who must notify the Manitoba Treasury Division of a change of address?
If you own Manitoba Savings Bonds issued by the Government of Manitoba, you are required to report your change of address.
How to change your address with the Manitoba Treasury Division?
To change your address for your Manitoba Savings Bonds, you can contact the registrar:
- Toll-free at 1-800-591-8254
- Mail:
AST Trust Company (Canada)
The Dome Tower,
600, 333 7th Avenue S.W.
Calgary AB T2P 2Z1
CHANGE OF ADDRESS FOR SASKATCHEWAN SAVINGS BONDS
What are Saskatchewan Savings Bonds?
The Saskatchewan Savings Bonds (SSBs) were bond securities issued by the province of Saskatchewan. However, as of June 2010, the product is no longer offered.
Who must change their address for the Saskatchewan Savings Bonds?
If you own Saskatchewan Savings Bonds issued by the Government of Saskatchewan, you are required to report your change of address.
How to change your address for the Saskatchewan Savings Bonds?
To change your address for your Saskatchewan Savings Bonds, you can call the registrar at 1-800-667-4000.
