The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is a Canadian multinational financial services company and the largest bank in Canada by market capitalization. It was founded in 1864 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The bank has a strong presence in Canada, the United States, and 40 other countries around the world. It offers a wide range of financial services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, insurance, and investment banking. RBC is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including its commitment to environmental sustainability and its support for diversity and inclusion.