Social Impact

Banking with Social Impact: How Credit Unions Are Supporting Causes and Communities in Canada

Want to learn how to bank with social impact? Life is full of choices that can shape your everyday life. For many Canadians, one of the most important financial decisions you can make is where you choose to keep your money. Whether you are saving for a rainy day or looking to invest towards your …

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Empower Your Financial Future with a Credit Union

Are you looking for a financial institution that offers award-winning customer service and personalized financial planning and advice? Time to switch to a credit union. Since the early 1900s, Canada’s credit unions have set themselves apart by championing a people-focused approach to everyday banking. This means, that when you bank with a credit union, you …

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Affordable Summer Fun on a Shoestring Budget in 2022

Tips to Have Affordable Summer Fun on a Shoestring Budget in 2022

After a long winter, summer weather is finally here! It’s time to bring on the warm temperatures, sandals, backyard barbecues with the family, and most importantly spontaneous summer vacations! From road trips to Canada’s wonderland to hopping on a plane to the U.S. or even a fun Euro-bound trip, it’s easy to get swept up …

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Investing for Beginners: Investing Journey in 2022

Investing for Beginners: How to Kickstart your Investing Journey in 2022

If you pack your lunch for work every day, skip out on buying that pricey Starbucks latte, and pay for items with cash to avoid overspending, congratulations you’re a saver! However, the reality is saving alone isn’t enough to grow your wealth. It’s time to take the leap into investing. For those ready to enter …

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Inflation 101: How to Navigate the Inflation Wave

Inflation 101: How to Navigate the Inflation Wave

From the dot-com bubble burst to the 2008 economic downturn, Canadians have faced an array of economic calamities over the decades. In 2020, Canadians faced the perfect economic storm as the global pandemic halted goods and services production, generated an influx of economic relief, and increased consumer demand with limited supply, giving birth to the …

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7 Tips to Avoid Breaking The Bank This Holiday Season

Budgeting for the Holidays: 7 Tips to Avoid Breaking The Bank This Holiday Season

The “most wonderful time of the year”, as the song goes, is just around the corner. The holiday season offers many of us the chance to spend quality time with our loved ones, enjoy home-cooked meals, and purchase gifts for those who matter to you most. However, without proper financial planning, the holidays can be …

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Why More Canadians Are Choosing to Borrow From Canada’s Credit Union’s to Reach Their Home Ownership Goals

Purchasing a property can oftentimes be an intimidating and overwhelming process to navigate – especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. With so many factors to consider, feeling comfortable when making this leap is no easy feat! The fact of the matter is, buying a home will be the biggest purchase of your life, in so …

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