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Celebrating 60 years in Cayman
Rooted. 60 years strong
2025 represents a remarkable milestone for Scotiabank— 60 Years of service to Cayman!
For six decades, Scotiabank has stood beside you—through every milestone, every challenge, and every dream. As we celebrate 60 years of service in the Cayman Islands, we remain as committed as ever to your future.
Our story began in 1965, when Scotiabank became the first trust company incorporated in the Cayman Islands. Today, we proudly operate two branches, Camana Bay and South Sound, and a network of 12 ATMs. Our doors are open. Our foundation is strong. And our promise is simple: to keep building a better tomorrow, together.
As we commemorate this 60-year milestone, we do so with deep gratitude and bold optimism. We remain committed to earning trust, delivering innovative solutions, and being a reliable partner in your life.
Thank you for trusting us over the years—and here’s to many more.
Through the years
The Bank of Nova Scotia Trust Company (Cayman) Limited was incorporated—the first trust company on the island.
The Georgetown headquarters opened that year, making Scotiabank one of only two commercial banks in the Cayman Islands.
On November 20, a special ceremony is held in the Legislative Chambers of the Cayman Islands where The Bank of Nova Scotia Trust Company (Bahamas) Limited, presented the Mace to the Cayman Islands Legislature.
Special permission was obtained from Her Majesty, the Queen, for the use of the Mace, which was a joint gift from The Bank of Nova Scotia and The Bank of Nova Scotia Trust Company (Cayman Islands) Limited.
All branches were locally incorporated as Scotiabank (Cayman Islands) Ltd.
The bank and trust divisions merge to be named Scotiabank & Trust (Cayman) Ltd.
Scotiabank announces the acquisition of a majority interest in Five Continents Financial Ltd., a leading global asset management company in the Cayman Islands founded in 1993.
Scotiabank Global Wealth Management division expands its wealth management business through the acquisition of the wealth management business of BNP Paribas.
The Centralized Accounting Unit, Cayman Islands, receives the 2009-10 J.P. Morgan Quality Recognition Award for book transfers. Chosen from among thousands of banks worldwide, the award recognizes consistently provided high-quality service throughout the year.
Scotiabank opens a new branch in South Sound, at the Grand Harbour roundabout.
Scotiabank is named “Top Employer” by the Cayman Islands Society of Human Resource Professionals, the fourth time it received the award which recognizes workplaces that demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and organization culture.
