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Halifax Bank was founded in the United Kingdom and recently underwent a merger with the Bank of Scotland to form a larger bank. It is one of the oldest banks in the world.

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When was the Halifax Bank of Scotland first opened?

In 2001, the banking chain 'Halifax' and the 'Bank of Scotland' merged to become the 'Halifax Bank of Scotland'. Today, Halifax is a division of Bank of Scotland, which is owned by the LLoyds Banking Group. In 1853, Halifax was founded as a building society and developed into the largest building society in the U.K. by the year 1913.


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Yes! Halifax Bank originated in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Actually, there are several Halifax banks which originated there - Halifax Banking Company, Union Bank of Halifax, and the People's Bank of Halifax.


When was Union Bank of Halifax created?

Union Bank of Halifax was created in 1856.


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When was Bank of Commerce - Halifax - created?

Bank of Commerce - Halifax - was created in 1977.


When did Union Bank of Halifax end?

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Which other bank did Halifax Bank merge with in 2001?

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