Canada has several major banks and many schedule II banks – but with rates and plans all over the map, it’s difficult to know where to bring your business. Our aim is to help you navigate Canada’s banking options to discover which one suits your needs best.
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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2023
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The Bank of Canada’s April 13 interest rate hike of 0.5%—the biggest one-time rate jump in decades—caught many variable-rate mortgage holders off guard. Some are likely thinking about running to their local bank branch or mortgage specialist to lock into a standard five-year fixed rate. Those .... More »
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The best TD credit cards in Canada Apr 30th
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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2024 + MORE May 29th
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Assiniboine Credit Union Review: Another Option for Banking In Winnipeg
– canadianfinanceblog.com
Canada’s credit unions have long been known for their customer service and commitment to the local community. Unfortunately, they haven’t always been competitive in the range of banking products and services they offer compared with the big banks. But times are changing, and today, digital technology investments allow small credit unions to compete more closely with the RBCs and TDs of the world. In this Assiniboine Credit Union Review, I’ll let you know how a small Manitoba credit union is keeping up.
Introducing Assiniboine Credit Union
If you’re unfamiliar with Assiniboine Credit Union, or ACU, it’s probably because you live outside of Manitoba. Winnipeg-based Assiniboine Credit Union is Manitoba’s second-largest credit union, next to Steinbach Credit Union. ACU has 18 branches, including two located in northern Manitoba. They have over $5 billion in assets and serve more than 125,000 customers. ACU was formed in 2007, with the merger of Astra and Vantis credit unions.
Assiniboine Chequing Accounts
ACU members have five chequing accounts to choose from, including 1 US Dollar account…
Introducing Assiniboine Credit Union
If you’re unfamiliar with Assiniboine Credit Union, or ACU, it’s probably because you live outside of Manitoba. Winnipeg-based Assiniboine Credit Union is Manitoba’s second-largest credit union, next to Steinbach Credit Union. ACU has 18 branches, including two located in northern Manitoba. They have over $5 billion in assets and serve more than 125,000 customers. ACU was formed in 2007, with the merger of Astra and Vantis credit unions.
Assiniboine Chequing Accounts
ACU members have five chequing accounts to choose from, including 1 US Dollar account…


