Can you open a checking account at 16?

Yes u can. I opened my checking account at 16 as well. However, it is known as a youth account and their are many restrictions to it. You have a limited amount of money that you are able to withdraw daily, unless if specified by you parent/guardian. I would suggest opening an account at TD Canada Trust. I beilve the restrictions only bothered me once when trying to by something worth $120.00 but unless if you are a big spender, the restrictions aren't a big deal. I hoped this helped :)