Is the Canadian Western bank now a National Bank?

Written by Editorial Team | Last Updated: August 2026

Canadian Western Bank (CWB) was officially acquired by the National Bank of Canada through a major corporate transaction valued at approximately five billion dollars. Following the successful completion of this strategic business combination and subsequent regulatory approvals, Canadian Western Bank operates as an integrated subsidiary within the broader National Bank corporate organization, expanding its financial service capabilities across regional Canadian markets.

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