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The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) is a major North American commercial bank with significant operations in both Canada and the United States. Through its U.S. subsidiary, TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, the group is described as one of the 10 largest banks in the U.S. by assets, serving more than 10 million customers at approximately 1,100 locations across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Metro D.C., the Carolinas and Florida. This news page focuses on company announcements, strategic updates and other developments related to TD and its U.S. and Canadian operations.
Readers can expect news about TD’s regional structure and market alignment, including updates on how the bank organizes its Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Metro regions and other parts of its footprint from Maine to Florida. Coverage also includes leadership and executive appointments across retail, commercial and small business banking, which illustrate how TD manages growth and client coverage in key markets such as North Florida, Metro Pennsylvania and South New Jersey, and the greater Charlotte, North Carolina area.
Company communications frequently highlight new products, features and customer initiatives, such as rewards redemption options for TD credit cardholders and survey-based insights into consumer spending behavior. News items may also describe programs like TD Cares, which the bank has used to outline assistance options for eligible clients affected by events such as a U.S. government shutdown.
For investors and customers following TD, this page offers a centralized view of press releases tied to strategy presentations, regional expansions, leadership changes and customer-focused initiatives. It is a useful resource for tracking how The Toronto-Dominion Bank and TD Bank adapt their operations, refine their regional presence and communicate with stakeholders across North America.
TD Bank has been recognized as a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion' for the 10th consecutive year, earning a top score of 100 on the 2024 Disability Equality Index®. This achievement reflects TD's long-standing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Key highlights include:
- TD ranked No. 9 on Forbes' 2024 list of America's Best Employers for Diversity
- Recognized by Fair360 as a Top 50 Company for workplace fairness
- Hosts Project SEARCH, helping students with disabilities transition into the workplace
- Collaborates with Specialisterne to increase representation of neurodivergent individuals
- Launched the TD Accessibility Adapter, a free browser plug-in for personalized online experiences
- Raised over $12 million for Special Olympics since 2009
These initiatives underscore TD's dedication to fostering an inclusive environment for colleagues, customers, and communities.
TD Bank has launched a $20 billion Community Impact Plan aimed at empowering diverse and underserved communities through lending, philanthropy, and banking access over the next three years. Integral to this initiative is the creation of a Community Advisory Board consisting of leaders with vast experience in areas like community development, education, and financial services.
The board members include Seema Agnani, Dr. Tony Allen, Marla Bilonick, Anthony Carter, Brian Harris, Dr. Kimberlyn Leary, Dr. Tonya Matthews, Marc Morial, Michael T. Pugh, Marietta Rodriguez, and Jesse Van Tol. The board will convene on October 29 to provide actionable recommendations and ensure the plan meets local needs. According to TD Bank's CEO Leo Salom, this initiative underscores the bank's commitment to financial inclusion, sustainable growth, and social progress.
A recent TD Bank survey reveals that 67% of homeowners believe purchasing a home is still attainable, with 38% likely to buy within the next year, despite rising costs and interest rates. The 2024 Mortgage Service Index surveyed over 1,800 homeowners, showing optimism, particularly among Gen Z (84%) and Millennials (68%). However, rising costs are impacting personal finances, with 70% struggling to save or budget. Additionally, homeowners are increasingly planning renovations over moving, with 73% intending to renovate in the future. Interestingly, many are opting for lower down payments, especially Gen Z (80%) and Millennials (77%). Although homebuying stress is high, at 71%, education and professional advice are seen as key to navigating the process.
TD Bank has launched the Chosen First Name feature, allowing customers to use a preferred first name different from their legal name on online accounts and cards. This feature, available through TD's Odyssey platform, aims to create an inclusive banking experience, particularly for LGBTQ2+ individuals and diverse communities. Recognized as a leader in LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion, TD Bank continues to enhance its commitment to diversity and innovation. Customers can update their chosen first names at any TD store in the U.S., making their experience more personalized and respectful.
On May 16, 2024, TD Bank Group (TD) announced a significant expansion of its North American patent inventor base, growing over 40% in three years to exceed 1,000 colleagues. This growth has driven TD's patent portfolio to over 2,500 filings, up by more than 110% since 2020, with one-fifth of these patents related to AI innovation. TD now ranks as the top Canadian financial institution for patent filings and among the top three companies overall in Canada.
TD's innovation initiatives, particularly through its TD Invent program, have fostered a culture of colleague-led innovation. The iD8 program within TD Invent crowdsourced over 18,000 ideas last year, while the Elite Inventor Program recognizes top inventors, some with over 100 patents. TD's efforts also extend to supporting clean technology, health technology, and sustainability through initiatives like the Patents for Startups program and the Low Carbon Patent Pledge.
The announcement was made during TD Tech and Innovation Day, emphasizing 'Human-Centered Innovation.' This approach focuses on the impact of TD's innovations on customers, colleagues, and communities.
TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable wing of TD Bank, has awarded $7 million in grants to 37 non-profits through its 2024 Housing for Everyone grant program. This initiative aims to support independent living solutions for marginalized communities from Maine to Florida, including Michigan. The grants range from $150,000 to $250,000 and will target housing solutions like rapid re-housing, permanent supportive housing, and transitional housing. The program addresses the ongoing affordable housing crisis, especially for those facing homelessness or financial insecurity. Since 2005, the foundation has awarded over $49 million to support more than 550 housing initiatives.
The 2024 Small Business Survey by TD Bank reveals that 90% of small business owners are optimistic about the future of their businesses, up from 80% in 2023. The survey indicates positive outlooks on revenue growth, expansion opportunities, and low intentions of closures or layoffs. Despite concerns about inflation and economic pressures, SBOs are confident in maintaining and growing their businesses with the support of trusted financial institutions.