Tag: Indigenous Leadership Circle
The road to reconciliation: ACU’s progress on Indigenous Accord commitments
In 2017, ACU was the first financial institution in Manitoba to sign the Winnipeg Indigenous Accord in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. Winnipeg’s…
ACU’s Indigenous Leadership Circle approaches reconciliation journey one step at a time
ACU’s Indigenous Leadership Circle (ILC) — an idea brought forward by employees — is a groundbreaking initiative that serves as an example for other organizations looking to support their reconciliation…
ACU Employee Spotlight: Getting to know Brian McIvor
The ACU Employee Spotlight series features some of the many people that work at the credit union, highlighting how their unique roles help members and the community every day. In…
How you can participate in the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The topic of this article is a difficult subject to address, yet so important for the progression of our communities. It highlights a dark period in Canadian history — one…
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Celebrating the 10th anniversary of student-run credit union
Just over 10 years ago, a survey circulated at Winnipeg’s Technical Vocational High School. The results showed that students at the school, commonly known as Tec Voc, felt short-changed—they were…
Kilter Brewing Co. serves up craft beer and community connection in St. Boniface
Deep in the heart of St. Boniface, Kilter Brewing Company is a hidden treasure—an oasis for Winnipeggers to escape their day-to-day routines, enjoy craft beer and connect with their community….
How to use a mortgage calculator to budget better
Learn how to use ACU’s mortgage calculator to figure out how much mortgage you can afford, and what budget you should set before you start house hunting. A mortgage lender…