Canada Electronic Banking Instructions

This article will cover how to sign up for electronic funds transfer (EFT) from Benevity to your organization's bank account for Canadian causes. 

Supporting Documentation

  • Accepted: Official Bank Document (Void Check, Bank Letter on Bank Letterhead, Bank Statement)
  • Not accepted: Payroll/ Direct Deposit Forms 

The documentation must show the following specified and typed items:

  • Account Holder Name (Beneficiary)
  • Bank Name
  • Bank Address
  • Account Number
  • Transit Number
  • Institution Code

Please ensure the information entered on the form corresponds to the information on the supporting document.

How to submit your application

  • Log in to the Causes Portal
  • Click on the Donation Method tab on the left-hand side menu
  • Select the Update Donation Payment Method button
  • Fill out the blank fields as directed
  • Upload a supporting bank document and ensure the information provided on the form matches the information on the supporting document
  • Review the information and click Submit