National Bank of Canada Finalizes $5 Billion Acquisition of Canadian Western Bank
On February 3rd, National Bank of Canada officially completed its $5-billion acquisition of Edmonton-based Canadian Western Bank. According to National Bank President and CEO…
February 12, 2025
Wealthsimple Launches Margin Trading
In a blog post last week, Wealthsimple officially launched margin trading accounts for eligible clients. According to the fintech, this builds on Wealthsimple’s strategy…
Payments Canada Consulting on By-law Changes to Expand Eligible Membership
On February 4th, 2025, Payments Canada launched a 30-day public consultation on policy proposals related to By-law changes to support membership expansion. Amendments to the…
Manitoba Advocacy Committee Holds First Meeting in 2025 and More
Last week, the Manitoba Advocacy Committee for the first time in 2025. The group had the opportunity to hear from CCUA’s VP of Government…
CCUA and CUCM Attend Manitoba Chamber MBiz Breakfast
CCUA and CUCM were delighted to attend the Manitoba Chamber MBiz breakfast to hear from Candance Laing, the President and CEO of the Canadian…
Manitoba Government to Deliver $200,000 for Pilot program to support Black Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
The government of Manitoba will work in partnership to deliver a new pilot program to support Black entrepreneurs and business owners in Manitoba by…
CCUA Sends Letter to Minister Sala Requesting Inclusion in Future Tariff-Related Support Programs
Late last week, CCUA sent a letter to the Minister of Finance, Hon. Adrian Sala, requesting that they consider credit unions when creating tariff-related…
Government of Manitoba Launches Campaign to Encourage Manitobans to Buy Local
Last week, the Manitoba Government announced its new advertising campaign, “Support Manitoba. Buy Local.”, to encourage Manitobans to support each other and grow the…
Saskatchewan Has a New Senator and More
The Prime Minister of Canada, the Hon. Justin Trudeau has appointed a new senator for Saskatchewan. Todd Lewis, a Riceton area farmer and the…
CCUA Responds to FSRA Unclaimed Deposits Second Round Consultation and More
CCUA responds to FSRA’s second consultation on Unclaimed Deposits Rule and Guidance CCUA has responded to FSRA’s second consultation on Unclaimed Deposits Rule and…
