Congratulations to Desjardins, credit union centrals and CUMIS on their announcement to merge the businesses of their subsidiaries, Credential, Qtrade and NEI. We applaud their aim to create a unified wealth management partner for Canada’s credit unions.
Congratulations to Jordan McFarlen for winning the $10,000 Young Leaders scholarship! We look forward to seeing your continued growth and IMPACT within the Canadian credit union system.
#IMPACT2021
@mcfarljo
@Conexus_CU
Great news for
#creditunions
! CUs will have flexibility using terms ‘bank’ and ‘banking’ while serving Canadians. Finance Minister
@Bill_Morneau
announced the decision to amend the Bank Act in the Federal Budget released yesterday.
Learn more:
#cdnpoli
#FunFactFriday
: Credit Unions put people before profits. Money left over at the end of the year goes directly back to community at rates that far exceed industry standards
CCUA's Athana Mentzelopoulos and Marc-André Pigeon representing
#credit
unions with distinction in front of the Senate of Canada this morning.
#cdnpoli
Today is the 65th anniversary of the CCUA! Though our name changed a couple of times (formerly Credit Union Central of Canada and Canadian Co-operative Credit Society) our values and principals never did.
Cheers to another 65 years serving Canadian
#creditunions
! 🎉6️⃣5️⃣
To celebrate International Credit Union Day and in the spirit to giving back to local communities, CCUA’s staff is paying it forward by cleaning the streets of downtown Toronto (while sporting some colourful personalized gear!). How are you celebrating today?
#ICUDay2018
Congratulations
@Vancity
on being ranked one of the World's Best Banks for 2020 by
@Forbes
! Great achievement for the whole
#CanadianCreditUnion
system during these challenging times;
Ownership matters.
#Creditunions
don’t make decisions in the interests of far away shareholders. They always make decisions locally in the interest of members.
#peoplebeforeprofits
#better
Good morning Winnipeg! Today is the first day of the 2019 National Conference for Canada's Credit Unions. Are you ready to make an
#IMPACT
? Be sure to follow
@Enterprise_CU
for full conference updates and tweet using the hashtag
#IMPACT2019
. Happy conference! 🎉
@RBCConvCtreWpg
Thank you,
@fordnation
and
@RodPhillips01
for recognizing the ongoing efforts of Ontario credit unions during the COVID-19 crisis. Supporting credit union staff, members and communities is a top priority for all, and especially to us at CCUA:
"I'm quite pleased that the government has recognized that credit unions should use banking vernacular that Canadians are used to using, so we're very supportive of the changes" CCUA president & CEO
@MarthaDurdin
on
#Budget2018
release. Read more:
@CBCNews
Building prosperous, diverse and tolerant communities is at the heart of the credit union mission in Canada. CCUA will work with our employees to identify donations that will help foster social and racial justice, and diversity and inclusion for a better world for all.
#ICYMI
: Finance Minister
@Bill_Morneau
announced the decision to amend the Bank Act allowing credit unions flexibility using the terms ‘bank’ and ‘banking’. Thank you for supporting CUs and the
#banking
services they provide to millions of Canadians:
VIDEO: Minister Morneau intends to allow credit unions to “maintain the appropriate usage of terms that customers have come to associate with their businesses.” (16:56:54 mark) Announcement to come.
Happy International Credit Union Day! Today is all about celebrating
#creditunions
and what makes them the better financial institution of choice. It all comes down to one simple principle: You First. Banking Second.
#ICUDay2019
All credit unions in Canada will be able to access Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) funding so no small businesses are left behind, for further information about CEBA please visit the following link:
#DYK
credit unions contribute over $6.5 billion directly
and indirectly to Canada’s GDP? Read more
#creditunion
insights in our 2018 Community & Economic Impact Report:
#DYK
: Credit unions are owned by their members and have a fiduciary duty to protect the deposits of their member owners. Credit unions, in all provinces, have strong records for safety and soundness and credit union depositors have not experienced losses of deposits.
#CUInsights
Huge congrats go to
@Affinity_CU
and
@ServusCU
on being selected in the top 10 Canadian financial institutions by Forbes World’s Best Banks for 2020. Financial institutions were rated on key attributes like trust, fees, digital services & financial advice;
#DYK
: 45.4% of Board of Director positions at Canada’s Credit unions are held by women. On
#InternationalWomensDay
, CCUA recognizes all the talented women who volunteer their time and expertise to their community and to their credit union.
Congratulations to all the 2019 National Credit Union Awards winners and nominees! What an exciting evening full of great
#creditunion
sector spirit. Thank you to everyone who came out in support, and we look forward to seeing you again next year!
#IMPACT2019
#awards
Thanks to the decision to amend the Bank Act,
#creditunions
will have flexibility using the terms ‘bank’ and ‘banking’ while serving Canadians. Great to see the federal government support those who chose to
#bankwithacreditunion
:
#cdnpoli
#Budget2018
Still
#1
! Canada’s credit unions put their members first… and have 9 Financial Service Excellence Awards to prove it! Read more:
#betterbanking
#creditunions
We hope you're enjoying the National Conference Welcome Reception at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights
@CMHR_News
. The museum's backdrop serves as the perfect reminder for the rich history Winnipeg has to offer.
#IMPACT2019
@Central1CU
Big thanks to
@ElizabethMay
for stopping by at our reception in the Aboriginal Peoples Room last night and meeting with us this morning.
We look forward to continuing to work with you through the All Party Credit Union Caucus.
This Thursday is International Credit Union Day 2018. Celebrate by visiting your local credit union branch and experiencing the
#better
way to bank!
#unbankyourself
#creditunions
#Creditunions
are the only financial institution operating in 369 Canadian communities. That's in additions to the 1800 branches located from coast to coast.
#CUinsights
Shout-out to every
#creditunion
across the country for making a difference in the communities you serve. From small businesses, to growing families, to first-time homeowners… you’re always putting your members first. You’re the real
#MVPs
.
#Creditunions
are full service financial co-operatives rooted in co-operative principals. They are owned by their members, and all members have an equal say in how their credit union operates.
Happy International Credit Union Day! This year it's all about celebrating the members
#creditunions
serve that make our communities great. Love your community, love your credit union.
#ICUDay
#DYK
: In 2016, an average of 5.4 per cent of
#creditunion
pre-tax income went to community donations and sponsorships, compared to and average of less than one per cent for the five big banks.
"Each of us should be encouraged to develop ideas and solutions with confidence, creativity, courage… and have a willingness to experiment and take a few measured risks. And not be afraid to fail"
@MarthaDurdin
#dx2018
CCUA is pleased to announce
@ROMPatrons
has recognized
@MarthaDurdin
as recipient of 2020 Lieutenant Governor’s Distinguished Service Award; the highest honour the museum can bestow on a volunteer. This award celebrates Durdin’s extraordinary & meritorious service to
@ROMtoronto
.
As
#wcuc2023
comes to an end, we’d like to congratulate Kendra Bagley of
@ProsperaCU
, for winning this year’s National Credit Union Young Leader Award after several nominations and long deliberation. Congratulations to all of the finalists and to Kendra on this achievement!
Did you know: each year, credit unions give back on average four per cent of pre-tax profits to local community organizations; well above the recognized industry standard of giving one per cent
#better
#GivingTuesday
.
@Vancity
announces Christine Bergeron as President and CEO. Christine has served as Vancity’s Interim President and CEO since July 1, 2020 and has held senior leadership roles within the organization since 2013;
RT
@creditunionsONT
: Profits for the people, or profits for your bank’s shareholders? This holiday season, ask yourself: do you want to be part of Team Scrooge, or Team Santa?
#SomeChoicesMatter
Credit unions are owned by their members – the people who bank with them. All members have an equal say in how their credit union operates. Members can voice their concerns and vote on the issues that matter to them.
#WednesdayWisdom
#ICYMI
: “Banking” with a credit union is no longer disputed. Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced the decision to amend the Bank Act. Credit unions will have flexibility using terms ‘bank’ and ‘banking’ while serving Canadians.
#cdnpoli
"Credit unions are focused on providing service for generations, not this quarter’s profit target. They look after their members and their communities." Read
@MarthaDurdin
's full article in The Hill Times here:
@TheHillTimes
On
#IWD2019
we recognize the continued efforts of Canadian
#creditunions
to forge a more gender-balanced world. 34% of credit union CEOs are female and 34% of volunteer directors are women, exceeding the international goal of 30% of women on boards.
#BalanceforBetter
Thank you to everyone who came out to this year's National Conference. It was a great to connect with so many
#creditunion
professionals from across the country. We hope you enjoyed your time in
#Winnipeg
, and we look forward to seeing you all again in Calgary 2020!
#IMPACT2019
Congratulations to
@Conexus_CU
for also winning the 2021 National Credit Union Social Responsibility Award for Conexus Kindness Capital Fund! The fund encouraged a "return on kindness" to businesses & individuals who supported their community as a result of COVID-19.
#IMPACT2021
Don't miss out on all the action from this year's National Conference! Make sure you're following
@Enterprise_CU
to keep up with this year's jam-packed event. And join the conversation using the
#IMPACT2019
hashtag.
#Winnipeg
#creditunions
Number 1 again! Canada’s
#creditunions
continue to demonstrate they are standout customer service leaders with wins in seven Financial Service Excellence Awards categories across all financial institutions:
#ICYMI
Credit unions are owned by their members – the people who bank with them. All members have an equal say in how their credit union operates. Members can voice their concerns and vote on the issues that matter to them.
#CUinsights
MP
@fsorbara
- Chair of the All Party Credit Union Caucus and Liberal MP for Vaughn Woodbridge talks to delegates about the work of the Finance Committee and the importance of competition in financial services.
#HTH2018
All credit unions will be eligible to deliver the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) to their business members. Please contact your credit union to check if you qualify. For more information about the program, visit our resource page here:
As the national trade association for Canada’s credit unions, we are coming together as a system in partnership with
@Central1_
to help raise funds and support the Ukrainian people who are facing growing conflict and violence and will be in need of humanitarian aid. (1/3)
Suzanne and Paul recognize the importance of supporting local communities and are proud to
#bankwithacreditunion
.
Are you? Tell us why
#creditunions
are your financial institution of choice.
#DYK
: In 2017
#creditunions
gave $62.4 million back to their local communities through various charitable efforts. Download our 2018 Community & Economic Impact Report to learn more:
#peoplebeforeprofits
Congratulations to Canada’s Credit Unions! For the 19th year in a row, credit unions are once again the top pick for overall customer service excellence among all financial institutions at the 2023
@IpsosCanada
Financial Service Excellence Awards.
CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of the Ipsos 2023 Financial Service Excellence Awards! The overall Customer Service Excellence Award for 2023 goes to Canada’s Credit Unions. Take a look at the full results here!
Congratulations to Canada’s credit unions for taking home six 2022 Ipsos Financial Service Awards! For the 18th year in a row, Canada’s CUs have ranked 1st for outstanding customer service. Read more:
It's officially
#FinancialLiteracyMonth
! November is all about promoting the importance of financial literacy. As a start, be sure to check out the govt. of Canada's website for tools, tricks, and tips to improve your financial literacy:
#FLM19
@FCACan
"I hope that some of the innovative spirit that
#creditunions
have shown in the past will be applied to the mortgage market in the future. After all, one of the founding principles of credit unions is the concept of risk sharing."
@bankofcanada
#IMPACT2019
CCUA hosted a panel discussion on “Leveraging Digital and Social Media to Attract Younger Members” at the
#wcuc2023
. Dimah Khalili, VP of Marketing at CCUA, led the discussion speaking with three CU executives on attracting young members within the sector.