CREDIT UNIONS:
Coast Capital Savings Your credit union offers all the services that Canadians expect from a financial institution. Chequing and savings accounts, term deposits, loans, registered savings plans, RRIFs, mortgages, lines of credit, ATMs etc. They are all available at your credit union.
Van City Savings Credit Union VanCity is owned by you and over 260,000 British Columbians. You have a say in how VanCity is run by exercising your right to vote for a democratically elected Board. As of June 15 2008 Greater Victoria Savings Credit Union has merged with Van City.
Credit Union Central of BC Credit Union Central of British Columbia (Central) is the trade association and central banker for BC's 65 independent credit unions (www.i-switch.com). We are an "umbrella organization," representing a consumer-oriented, full-service, retail financial system that serves nearly 1.5 million members.
Credit Union Central of Canada Today, our system's 597 credit unions and affiliated caisses populaires have combined assets of over $70.5 billion and serve 4.6 million members. Those are impressive numbers and speak to the vitality and strength of the Canadian credit union movement as we enter the 21st century.
BANKS:
Bank of Canada The Bank of Canada's responsibilities focus on the goals of low and stable inflation, a safe and secure currency, financial stability, and the efficient management of government funds and public debt.
Bank of Montreal Founded in 1817 as Bank of Montreal, today BMO Financial Group is a highly diversified financial services provider. We offer clients a broad range of personal, commercial, corporate and institutional financial services across Canada and in the United States through BMO Bank of Montreal, BMO Nesbitt Burns, Harris Nesbitt and our Chicago-based subsidiary, Harris Bank.
CIBC Banking CIBC offers a full range of products and services through its comprehensive electronic banking network and at branches and offices across Canada, the United States and around the world.
HSBC Bank Canada HSBC Bank Canada, a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, offers day-to-day banking, lending, and investment products and services through its more than 160 offices.
Laurentian Bank of Canada Today, with assets of over $15 billion, the Laurentian Bank is ranked seventh among Canadian chartered banks (Schedule I). The Bank has more than 3,200 employees and serves over a million clients through its 204 branches and 315 automated banking machines.
National Bank of Canada National Bank of Canada is the sixth largest chartered bank in Canada, with assets in excess of $75 billion. The National Bank's head office is located in Montreal and its Canadian network boasts 546 branches, including 454 in Quebec.
Royal Bank Royal Bank rank first or second in most retail products including mortgages and deposits. Their domestic delivery network includes 1,311 branches and other units, and 4,151 banking machines.
Scotiabank Scotiabank is one of North America's leading financial institutions, and Canada's most international bank. Providing innovative financial products and services to individuals, small and medium-size businesses, corporations and governments across Canada and around the world.
TD Canada Trust Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with offices around the world, TD Bank Financial Group offers a full range of financial products and services.
CREDIT CARDS:
American Express American Express in Canada operates as Amex Canada Inc. and Amex Bank of Canada. Providing a range of financial and travel related services for consumers and companies.
Mastercard MasterCard offers unparalleled payment options with credit, debit and prepaid cards. With each card, you'll enjoy great features such as acceptance at millions of locations, global recognition, and Zero Liability. Plus premium cards offer an array of additional benefits like MasterCard Global Services, Master RoadAssist®, and MasterRental® Insurance Coverage.
Visa The leading payment card program in Canada, VISA® cards are accepted in approximately 600,000 locations across the country. Visa's 26 Member financial institutions have issued over 25.6 million payment cards coast to coast, offering Canadians convenient and flexible payment solutions.
OTHER FINANCIAL SERVICES:
Business Development Bank of Canada The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) provides small and medium-sized businesses with flexible financing, affordable consulting services and venture capital. BDC supports the needs of entrepreneurs at every stage of growth.
Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) is a federal Crown Corporation. It was created in 1967 to provide deposit insurance and contribute to the stability of Canada's financial system. CDIC insures eligible deposits at member institutions (up to $100,000 per depositor) and reimburses depositors for the amount of their insured deposits when a member institution fails.
Canada Savings Bonds Learn how Canada Savings Bonds can help you reach your financial goals.
Debt & Credit Legal Encyclopedia The best way to avoid financial problems is to keep your debt burden light. While some people are struggling with circumstances beyond their control, a job loss or medical emergency, for example, many of us can keep our finances in decent shape by making smart choices about money.
Superintendent of Financial Institutions OSFI is the primary regulator of federally chartered financial institutions and federally administered pension plans. OSFI's mission is to safeguard policy holders, depositors and pension plan members from undue loss.
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