The functions and security features of chip cards are based on a proven technology.
Desjardins has scheduled a trial period for the chip cards in 2008 in Kitchener-Waterloo (Ontario). The spring 2008 launch is slated for St-Jérôme and the chip cards will enter the mass market later the same year. Given the massive number of cards that will be issued, the chip cards will not all be issued at the same time.
Yes. Magnetic strip cards are safe and will continue to be accepted until all financial institutions and retailers have equipment that accepts chip card technology.
Note that retailers will have terminals that accept both chip cards and magnetic strip cards.
VISA Desjardins credit cards and Desjardins Access Cards will have both the magnetic strip and the chip; thus, they will be accepted everywhere.
All cards will work with all equipment, specifically:
Read the FAQ.
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