ABOUT US
Partnering to achieve success and build a better community.
Formerly known as Unity & District Savings and Credit Union Limited, Unity Credit Union was founded in 1941 with 54 members and an asset base of $52.00. Today, Unity Credit Union has grown to over 4500 members and is the 13th largest credit union in Saskatchewan.
Unity Credit Union remains committed and proud to serve Unity and the surrounding communities where its members reside. As a financial co-operative, our members are both owners and stakeholders, and have the opportunity to voice their opinion. As elected Board of Directors, our members help monitor and contribute their business expertise to enhance the service and operations of our financial institution. Together, we work towards ensuring the highest quality service for our members.
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Our History
1941: Incorporated on August 28, 1941 as Unity & District Savings and Credit Union Limited | First loan granted for $30 | Assets were $52 with 54 members
1968: Constructed a new building | Introduced Term Deposits | Assets $3.3 million | Loans $2.7 million
1980: Amalgamated with Tramping Lake Credit Union | Assets $18.7 million | Loans $10.8 million
1982: Building addition | Installed first ATM | Assets $27.7 million | Loans $15.8 million
1992: Introduced MasterCard credit cards | Assets $56 million | Loans $32 million
1998: Major building renovation | Assets $77 million | Loans $51 million
2000: Introduced MemberDirect® Internet Online Banking
2001: Became a full-service financial institution | Assets $83 million | Loans $54 million
2006: Largest patronage payout at $700,000 | Assets $108 million | Loans $73 million
2008: Introduced Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs)
2010: Introduced CHIP cards
2011: Pledged $250,000 to the new community pool project | Assets $159 million | Loans $121 million
2013: Introduced Interac e-Transfer® | Assets $185 million | Loans $144 million
2015: Introduced Interac® Flash cards | Introduced our Unity Credit Union Mobile App
2016: Celebrated our 75th Anniversary | Assets $230 million | Loans $175 million
2020: Major building renovation and expansion
2021: 80 Years serving Unity and area!
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IPSOS Best Banking Award
For the sixteenth year in a row, Canada's Credit Unions have won several CSI Financial Service Excellence Awards. We're here to serve you, and "We'll always be there."
Our 2023 Annual Report
We held our AGM on March 26, 2024. Read the accompanying Annual Report to learn more about our success in 2023.
CU in the Community
Our commitment to our community is what sets us apart from other financial institutions. Read about our latest sponsorships, donations, and volunteer activities.