Meridian Credit Union

Happy Father’s Day to all, father’s, grandfathers, single fathers, uncles, brothers, friends, mentors, and all others who have cared and loved unconditionally in the role of a father. 💙 One stellar example is Meridian Members Roman Tymczak and Daughter Isabella Burt ( DRT Custom Homes ), behind their custom home building business is a father and daughter team like no other! Isabella explains that his dedication and love for the craft inspired her to join him and start their own family business.

As a parent, it’s important to help your child prepare financially for life beyond high school. 🏫 At Meridian, we offer tools and advice to help both you and your student build great money habits. To help your student practice saving for their goals, see our savings goal calculator. https://ow.ly/Lgs950S9uu6 🧮

Reflecting on an incredible weekend at many of our Meridian branches!🍋🍋

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday June 7th and Saturday June 8th for Mountainview LemonAID day! Your purchase of lemonade not only tasted delicious, but also went to support kids served by the Family and Children’s Services Niagara (FACS) attend summer camps this July and August!

Thank you for helping to make a difference one sip at a time!

It isn't always easy knowing where to start. Meridian advisors can help you... Our advisors will create a financial plan that is customized to your needs and goals with a clear path forward. At Meridian, we are here to help you achieve your best financial life... now and in the future. 🚀 Meet with an advisor today: https://ow.ly/Unub50S8Bpo

Congratulations! 🎓Joining the work force as a new grad is both exciting and stressful. At Meridian, we offer tools and advice to help you build great money habits from the get-go. To start tracking your income and expenses, see our budget calculator: https://ow.ly/mZMP50S0Vfr

June is Pride Month, and we're excited to kick things off by raising the Pride Flag. 🏳️‍🌈

Today, Meridian employees and allies of the 2SLGBTQ+ joined our CEO Jay-Ann Gilfoy to raise the Pride Flag at our St. Catharines corporate office ahead of Pride Month.

This emblem of unity and inclusivity stands as a constant reminder of Meridian’s dedication to fostering a culture of inclusiveness, where every individual is embraced, valued and celebrated for who they are. Our commitment to this ethos extends well beyond this particular month – it reflects our ongoing efforts to advocate for equality and cultivate an environment where all Members and colleagues of the 2SLGBTQ+ community feel genuinely welcomed and embraced every day.

Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈

At Meridian, we know the first year of homeownership can throw some curve balls. We’re here to support you with every stage, from saving for your first home to settling in. For all your mortgage needs, be sure to explore our great rates and flexible mortgage options here: https://ow.ly/YrWz50RTW8h 🏡

Across the country, Canadians have strained to keep up with rising costs. Finding creative ways to save on groceries can bring welcome relief to your monthly budget. Check out our Good Sense page for more tips and tricks https://ow.ly/SQzx50RRFat

Barrie Bayfield branch manager Jaime Drury got excited seeing Smile Cookie promotions at her local Tim Hortons in Barrie. “Our team loves to get out into the community and volunteer our time,“ said Jaime – so that’s what they did. Jaime and staff members Robin and Gessell decorated more than 600 cookies, proceeds from which will support the RVH local hospital and Hospice Simcoe.

We’re ready to celebrate National AccessAbility Week! Join us in raising awareness of the importance of inclusion. To learn more about our ongoing commitment to people of all abilities, click here: https://ow.ly/v4ie50RSBh4

For a second year in 2024, Meridian is proud to sponsor Wallet Wellness by Ophea a multi-faceted program that enhances financial literacy in Ontario classrooms. Wallet Wellness activities inform and inspire by making connections to a range of classroom topics, including health and physical education, mathematics, and language. The program features digital activity books for students in grades four to six.

ByBlacks.com and the Afro-Caribbean Business Network Foundation have partnered with Meridian Credit Union to host a free online information session on Monday, May 27th exploring Meridian’s new Business Accelerator Loan Program! Supported by the BDC, the loan program aims to enhance entrepreneurial diversity and improve access to financing for all business owners. Join this free online session to learn more and ask questions!

Business Accelerator Loan Program Info Session

Monday, May 27th 7pm - 8pm EST

Via Zoom

Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting: https://ow.ly/UKEB50RRKLT

Meeting ID: 820 3232 2079

If you’re planning a business renovation that will improve energy efficiency or boost accessibility, Meridian can help with preferred interest rates, 100% financing, and up to 25-year amortization. Learn more:https://ow.ly/IAjO50RR2lV

At Meridian, we’re putting our purpose into action.

ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and is a framework for operating a business in a conscientious and sustainable way. By integrating ESG considerations into everything we do, we're committed to building a better future for all. We encourage you to learn more and read our 2023 ESG report by following this link: https://ow.ly/MA4850RKqBM

To help grow the impact of Earth Week, staff from our Markham Steeles and Birchmount branch teamed up with 10,000 Trees at the Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park to plant 5,000 trees and shrubs. Here’s to a greener future!

Meridian is proud to be a sponsor of Wallet Wellness by Ophea. This sponsorship has supported updates and open access to the Wallet Wellness resource in addition to providing classrooms across Ontario with the opportunity to receive additional resources to further children’s learning and enhance their financial literacy.

Thank you to all the classes across the province who shared with us how they use Ophea's Wallet Wellness resource (https://bit.ly/40lE465) & a huge thank you to for their support on this educational challenge!

The winners of the 8 $500 prizes are...

Spring is finally here! At Meridian, we’re always on the lookout for low-cost ways to make the most of the season, while saving for the things that matter to you most. If saving for a home is on your wish list, be sure to explore our First Home Savings Account: https://ow.ly/yxKy50RH5U2

At Meridian, we’re committed to offering our Members, employees, and communities a place where diversity is embraced and where integrity, honesty, and openness are encouraged. We believe in playing an active role in the community and treating our employees, Members, and suppliers fairly, equitably, and with respect.

Read our full ESG report to learn more: https://ow.ly/mmut50REAkz

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, grandmothers, single fathers, aunts, sisters, friends, mentors, and all others who have cared and loved unconditionally in the role of a mother. One fine example is Meridian Member Melanie Côté, whose award-winning business Do Good Donuts came about through her dedication as a mother.

As a business owner, you’ve probably dedicated significant resources into growing your business. However, 90% of business owners stop short of helping their business reach true maturity—they avoid the important step of business succession planning.

Click the link to learn business succession planning tips that will help you retain value while transitioning your business to its next stage. https://ow.ly/SLPN50RyKkG

At Meridian, our goal is to minimize the environmental impact of our operations, products, and services. We’re creating financial solutions that support the transition to a green and sustainable economy and reducing our environmental impact in the communities where we work and live.

Learn more about our ESG commitment in our Meridian for Good 2023 ESG report by clicking the link below.
https://ow.ly/qL3l50Ryobe

We pride ourselves on connecting with our Members, helping them feel more confident as they move closer to their financial goals. A new poll reveals that credit union members experience higher financial well-being. Meet with us today and get started on improving your financial well-being: https://ow.ly/sGBn50RxeiZ

What is an emergency scam? Scammers call a victim and claim to be either the police or a relative (e.g. grandchild) who needs money immediately. Typically, they request funds for hospital fees, court fees, bail, or a ransom. Click the link below to learn more about emergency and grandparent scams. https://ow.ly/nw6150RsTGq

Applications for the 2024 Sean Jackson Scholarship are closing soon – apply today!

Already pursuing a double degree in Business and Biology at the University of Western Ontario, Yogya Kalra appreciates how winning the Sean Jackson Scholarship in 2023 gives him even greater academic freedom, both in and out of the classroom. He’s due to graduate in 2028.

Apply Now: https://ow.ly/gopi50Rpfz8

On Monday April 22, 2024, Meridian launched a Community Garden initiative at our Virgil, Wainfleet and Portage Morrison locations for Earth Day. All produce harvested from our 12 garden plots will be donated to Newark Neighbors, Project Share and Port Cares. Meridian has always been passionate about community support as a credit union and it’s projects like these that help showcase why being a good corporate citizen is at the heart of our business. We thank our Members and our employees for their support in bringing this initiative to fruition.

Tired of high rates and fees? Meridian Credit Union has been recognized by Surviscor as the top-rated credit union for rates and fees in Canada! Whether it’s chequing and savings accounts, registered accounts, investment products, or mortgage interest, Meridian Credit Union is proud to deliver the best well-rounded rates and fees for our Members.

This achievement wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated team and loyal members. Thank you for trusting us with your financial well-being! https://ow.ly/MPWX50Ro8LT

Meridian has information that some Members are receiving unexpected Two Factor Authentication (“2FA”) codes, followed by automated phone calls or text messages that request they enter the 2FA code. This is a phishing scam where fraudsters attempt to reset the Member’s Online Banking passwords and gain unauthorized access to their accounts. Meridian will never ask you to share your 2FA codes as they are confidential. 2FA codes should only be entered by you on Meridian’s Official Online Banking website or the Meridian Mobile app. Click here to learn more about 2FA Interception fraud.https://ow.ly/9tHo50RmgUJ

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