A GIC Nominee Deposit option that's rock solid.

Dependable, secure, and built on a solid foundation of financial expertise, we’re a trusted option for deposit brokers and their clients.

Trusted GIC Nominee Deposits with Bridgewater Bank

When it comes to nominee deposits, experience matters.
With deep industry knowledge and a proven track record, you can count on us to be your trusted nominee deposit partner—ensuring your client’s funds are managed securely and have solid financial footing.

📌 Now accepting new broker partnerships.

As a Canadian Schedule I chartered bank, we offer short and long-term Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) deposit products and the assurance of a quality partner with solution-oriented experts that help you look good along the way.

Why partner with us?

With over 25 years of banking experience, we’ve built a reputation for personalized service and consistent, stable offerings.

  • We can integrate into your existing rate boards easily through CANNEX Financial Network (CFN).
  • For optimal efficiency, we can process your client’s applications quickly using Portfolio+ to manage nominee term deposits.
  • We have a strong onboarding program to help guide you every step of the way.
  • Reconciliation is easier than ever with monthly reporting outlining purchase and redemption activity.
  • We offer competitive rates that consistently move with the market.
  • We have one dedicated point of contact.

Fast facts

Bridgewater Bank has years of experience with deposits and a robust balance sheet to prove it.

About us

We’re about common sense and practical solutions to help your clients achieve their financial goals.

  • Headquartered in Calgary, we were established in 1997 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alberta Motor Association (AMA), the largest membership service organization in the province.
  • We are a Schedule I chartered bank.
  • We’re agile and can mobilize quickly to deliver solutions.
  • Great relationships matter to us above all, and we pride ourselves on being there for you. The human-touch approach is our gold standard.

Meet your Business Development Manager

If you have questions about our nominee business or implementation process, Janet is here to help.

Janet Petonjic-Rogers
Manager, Business Development – Deposits
jpetonjicrogers@bridgewaterbank.ca
P: 1.403.355.1172
C: 1.403.561.4276
  • About Janet Petonjic-Rogers

    With over 25 years in the financial industry, Janet has the knowledge and the know-how when it comes to serving the needs of the investment community.

    Janet began at Bridgewater Bank tirelessly overseeing deposit operations while supporting and implementing the business strategy.

    Janet is currently the Business Development Manager – Deposits where she spends her time representing the bank to investment partners, aggregators, and deposit brokers.

“Our staff is always happy to speak with Bridgewater’s team. Just a great company to deal with – friendly and flexible. We value our relationship with Bridgewater Bank and would highly recommend them.”

Kristy Pokrywka-Driver – Deposit Broker Services Inc. (DBS)

“We have a cohesive relationship with Bridgewater Bank because they believe in what we believe in: straight forward and practical processes with forward thinking and efficient solutions. Bridgewater Bank is just like GICdirect – Simple, Safe and Secure!”

Joanna Ritchie – GICdirect.com

“I find with my dealings with Bridgewater Bank they always conduct themselves professionally, easy to deal with and are quick to respond to any inquiries we may have. They also go the extra step to accommodate a request if possible.”

Deanna Pelaez – Monarch Wealth

“It is such a pleasure to deal with the GIC department. Always prompt and very courteous service.”

Terry Abrahams – The Bradford Financial Team

“The service was quick and it was easy to understand the conditions.”

Ed LeBlanc – Winnipeg, Manitoba