Scotiabank, formally the Bank of Nova Scotia, is a leading Canadian financial institution founded in 1832. Headquartered in Toronto, it operates in over 30 countries, with a strong presence in Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The bank provides a wide range of services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and capital markets operations. It is recognized as one of Canada's Big Five banks and plays a significant role in regional and global finance.