Security

Information on security including general safety, frauds and scams, and security in online banking.

Your Safety

How to set up security alerts on desktop

Desktop instructions coming soon!

How to set up security alerts on mobile

  1. Sign into your 1st Choice mobile app.

  2. Select 'More'.

  3. Select 'Alert settings'.

  4. Select 'Security alerts'.

  5. Select the alert(s) you would like to turn on.

  6. Select how you would like to be notified. Once the method is selected, it will turn from grey to green. Note that some email alerts cannot be turned off. Once complete, select save.

  7. Once finished, you will receive a note on the screen notifying you that the alert has been saved.


Last updated October 2, 2023

Staying safe with online banking

What we need to keep you safe

How your data is stored and protected

What to do if your mobile phone is lost or stolen

Making safe payments and transfers online

Keeping yourself safe from fraud and scams

Common scams

What to do if you are the victim of fraud

Sending or receiving documents via secure transfer (DocuSign)

Keeping your credit card safe online

Confirming online credit card payments

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Need Assistance?


Call Us

1-866-803-0733

Open 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday

Or view other branch contacts>

Email Us

info@1stchoicesavings.ca

Typically responds in 1 business day

Get Advice

Meet with an advisor. 

Book an Appointment

Or visit a branch>

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