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Sustainability: How ACU is turning words into action
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For ACU, Pride radiates outward
“I’ve always wanted to instill a change in the world for the better,” says Cristina McCourt, Financial Account Manager Trainee and member of the ACU Pride Committee, an employee-led resource…
Royal Aviation Museum travels to its final destination—with ACU’s help
A stone’s throw from the main terminal of Winnipeg Richardson International Airport you’ll find one of Canada’s hidden gems, where the airplanes are a little more exciting than your typical…
How your credit union mortgage can benefit community initiatives
Did you know that credit unions are collectively Canada’s second-biggest mortgage lender? In 2021 alone, they held a total of $131 billion in residential mortgages across the country. Did you…
Money tips
Royal Aviation Museum travels to its final destination—with ACU’s help
A stone’s throw from the main terminal of Winnipeg Richardson International Airport you’ll find one of Canada’s hidden gems, where the airplanes are a little more exciting than your typical…
How your credit union mortgage can benefit community initiatives
Did you know that credit unions are collectively Canada’s second-biggest mortgage lender? In 2021 alone, they held a total of $131 billion in residential mortgages across the country. Did you…
RRSP vs. TFSA vs. FHSA: Breaking down the options for buying your first home
Many ACU members are familiar with their options when saving for a down payment. Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) offer shelter from taxes on growth, while a Registered Retirement Savings…
10 steps to buying your first home
Buying a new home in Winnipeg can be an exciting time. After all, you can finally move into a place to call your own—whether you’re leaving that long-term rental property,…
Business growth
Royal Aviation Museum travels to its final destination—with ACU’s help
A stone’s throw from the main terminal of Winnipeg Richardson International Airport you’ll find one of Canada’s hidden gems, where the airplanes are a little more exciting than your typical…
Support local: Why small businesses in your community need you this holiday season
Shop local. We’ve all heard this phrase, and it’s vital to our Manitoba community. Local businesses are extremely important for our economies. Not only do they create jobs and encourage…
Follow these ‘5 Cs’ when applying for a business loan
If you need financing to run or grow your company, you’re not alone. In 2022, 15% of all Canadian businesses applied for new financing in one or more of these…
How ACU’s Business Financial Centre helps build strong communities
Nothing is business as usual at Assiniboine Credit Union’s Business Financial Centre (BFC). And that’s completely intentional. With its strong commitment to community and deep expertise in real estate and…
Community stories
For ACU, Pride radiates outward
“I’ve always wanted to instill a change in the world for the better,” says Cristina McCourt, Financial Account Manager Trainee and member of the ACU Pride Committee, an employee-led resource…
Start composting at home today with our ultimate guide for beginners
Workplaces aren’t generally the first place you think of for composting, but over the past two years, ACU has grown a successful green initiative thanks to a partnership with local…
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month in Winnipeg
May is Asian Heritage Month, celebrate in Winnipeg. Check out the Taste of Asia (May 25 and 26), a free admission event at The Forks featuring food trucks, music, art,…
Sustainability: How ACU is turning words into action
A hand holding a seedling