The “Big Five” Canadian banks include Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto Dominion Bank (TD Canada Trust), Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). Are there other viable options?
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The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2025 + MORE Aug 6th
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The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2026 + MORE Feb 10th
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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026 Jul 21st
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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2025 + MORE May 21st
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Do you need that bank mutual fund? Maybe not Jul 10th
A regulator-led survey of Ontario mutual fund dealers based out of big banks finds a sizable minority are not always acting in the interests of clients.
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Lowest Winnipeg mortgage rates: Save with Cambrian Credit Union
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When Canadians need a mortgage, they often default to the big banks—but there’s a whole other world of financing options to explore. Credit unions have competitive interest rates in Canada, including Manitoba, plus innovative mortgage options you may not be able to find elsewhere. Shopping around can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your mortgage term, enabling you to put those funds to good use in other parts of your budget.
Cambrian Credit Union has several branches in Winnipeg and Selkirk that serve Manitobans across the province. Here’s what you should know about getting a mortgage with a credit union, including how credit unions work, the key benefits of becoming a member, and how you could save money by making the switch.
Get the Best of Both Worlds
Whether you’re buying your first home, renewing your mortgage or refinancing a property, you’ll want to find the lowest interest rate available along with repayment terms that meet your needs. This might mean getting a fixed-rate mortgage or a variable-rate mortgage—it all depends on what you can afford, how long you plan on keeping your house, and how much wiggle room you have in your budget…
