The Financial Solution for International Students in Canada
More than just a card: Access to low exchange rates, discounts, and more!
Join SideKick Today!
What is
SideKick?
SideKick is the new financial solution for international students in Canada.
We make it easy and safe for international students to send, budget, and spend their funds. Forget about high fees, lost credit cards, or carrying cash.
We're on a mission to make paying for living expenses safe, secure and more affordable.
SideKick is the best option for you!
Low Exchange Rates
Send money in your own currency at competitive exchange rates, powered by our transfer partners.
Send and Receive Funds Fast
It only takes days to arrive in the Web Portal in CAD, and minutes to transfer onto the card.
Use it Anywhere
Use it wherever a prepaid Mastercard is accepted – which is virtually everywhere, in-store and online.
Save Even More Money
The best exchange rates, low monthly Premium subscription fees, and extra student discounts.
Budget Your Money
Control how much is on the card and spread out your funds with the Budget Tool.
Track Spending
See where the money’s going with real-time spending updates on the Web Portal and the app.
Take Care
Get 24/7 access to our Student Wellness Support partners for help and advice in a variety of different languages.
Safe and Secure
Data backed up by third-party encryption and the card can be locked remotely through the Web Portal or the app.
Multi-language Support
We’re here to help you through the process and answer all your questions about payments, spending, and beyond.
We have the best exchange rate, and we can prove it!
Exchange Rate Calculator
We connect you with competitive exchange rates, safe transfers, and low fees. Stretch your funds further and send money directly from your bank to your SideKick Web Portal, using our transfer partners.
How to find your rate:
- Choose your country
- Enter how much you want to transfer in your currency or in CAD
- See our partners’ current exchange rate
Still not convinced, or need more information?
Sign up for our marketing communication and let us tell you all about SideKick Card and why it is the best choice for you!
Living Expenses
Curious about how much money to bring with you? Or what costs to expect when you arrive? Download our overview of Basic Living Expenses in Canada below.
