tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35756684310802778972012-01-13T12:14:55.267-06:00NWCU Community NewsNorth Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comBlogger126125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-42639270604551059102012-01-13T12:12:00.001-06:002012-01-13T12:14:55.275-06:00Annual RRSP contribution deadline fast approachingWhile holiday spending may be dominating your financial thinking this time of year, it’s worth remembering that the RRSP contribution deadline is just a few short months away.Contributions to your RRSP for the 2011 tax year must be made before Thursday, February 29, 2012. The maximum RRSP contribution for 2011 is $22,450, but you can also carry forward unused portions of the limit from previous North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-92143215512022907522012-01-13T12:03:00.000-06:002012-01-13T12:06:30.567-06:00Manitoba credit unions enter 2012 on a high noteAs Manitoba credit unions prepare to celebrate the International Year of Co-operatives — as the United Nations General Assembly has declared 2012 — they do so while enjoying continued growth and success.The 41 credit unions in the province now have 186 branches serving roughly 600,000 members. A commitment to innovative ideas and leading products and services has helped Manitoba’s credit unions North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-55093129285780268362012-01-13T12:00:00.001-06:002012-01-13T12:07:44.525-06:00Don't forget about Tax-Free Savings AccountsWith the RRSP deadline approaching, it’s easy to forget that Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) are also a viable retirement savings option. In fact, in some cases a TFSA may be preferable to an RRSP for some investors.TFSAs were introduced as a new retirement savings tool in 2009 and, since that time, only a small portion of eligible Canadians have opted to open an account. That may partially be North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-52226394220343724772011-11-03T15:21:00.002-05:002011-11-03T15:46:09.062-05:00Credit unions continue to demonstrate concern for communityLike all co-operatives, credit unions are guided by the Seven International Co-operative Principles (www.creditunion.mb.ca/about/index.htm), the seventh of which is Concern for Community. Last year, credit unions across Canada demonstrated their concern for the communities they serve by contributing nearly $37.5 million to local community projects, as well as supporting their communities with North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-38364854029813993472011-08-31T09:59:00.006-05:002011-08-31T10:09:58.476-05:002011 North Winnipeg Credit Union Scholarship winnersIt is with great pleasure that we announce the 2011 North Winnipeg Credit Union scholarship winners:
Tyler Spencer
Maples Collegiate
Tyler has an excellent academic record and have proven an outstanding leadership skills during his school years. He participated in many school projects, including Student Council (Co-President), Maples Amnesty International Group (President), Annual Social North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-44959131601840499432011-08-24T12:49:00.000-05:002011-08-24T12:51:23.421-05:00Tips for making saving a priorityRecent studies have found that Canadians are saving less money than the used to. That’s not entirely surprising, given the tougher economic times. But most people agree that saving money — whether it’s for retirement, a down payment on a house, a child’s university education or just a rainy day — is a priority for them. So how do you develop the discipline to save on a regular basis? Here are North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-24118945546456700042011-08-24T12:42:00.000-05:002011-08-24T12:49:42.368-05:00Credit union and Co-op Fast Facts• There are 41 credit unions in Manitoba, with 185 branches — 60 in Winnipeg and 125 outside of Winnipeg.
• Manitoba’s credit unions have $8.3 billion in total assets (as of June 30, 2011).
• There are 606,181 total credit union memberships in Manitoba (as of June 30, 2010).
• Sean Connery once earned a living driving a horse-drawn milk float for a co-op in Edinburgh. There’s no record as toNorth Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-55562972271191564652011-06-27T11:09:00.000-05:002011-06-27T11:10:33.422-05:00Consider travel insurance for that summer road tripIf you’re planning a road trip somewhere south of the border this summer, there are some things to keep in mind before loading up the car and heading out on the road. While it may not always be the first thing that crosses our minds, illnesses and accidents can happen quickly and, when out of the country, the expenses related to such unfortunate occurrences can pile up just as quickly.Even North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-29818062660109507552011-06-27T11:05:00.001-05:002011-06-27T11:09:09.281-05:00Interac offers tips for shopping onlineShopping online can be a quick, easy and fun way to avoid the rat race of malls and big box stores. But it also carries with it certain risks if not done safely. The Interac Association recently released several consumer tips to help create a safe, online shopping environment: 1. Connect securely: Before you begin your online shopping, make sure you have a secure, password-encrypted connection North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-48465548934875141382011-05-09T11:17:00.000-05:002011-05-09T11:19:19.499-05:00Remember to pack your Member CardYour credit union Member Card is a terrific traveling companion. Because you can use your Member Card for Interac purchases throughout Canada and the United States — and for cash withdrawals on the CIRRUS worldwide network — you don’t need to carry as much cash with you when you travel. However, keep in mind that whenever you travel it’s a good idea not to keep your identification, Member Card, North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-87851600479379911912011-05-09T11:13:00.000-05:002011-05-09T11:17:45.023-05:00Credit unions give backAs financial institutions owned by their members, Manitoba credit unions exist to serve the people of this province and the communities they live in. Each year, the province’s credit unions make enormous contributions to communities right across Manitoba in a variety of ways, and last year was certainly no different.In 2010, the province’s 41 credit unions — along with Credit Union Central of North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-29340543930189893572011-03-07T14:49:00.002-06:002011-03-07T14:53:33.270-06:00Exercise caution when dealing with a flooded homeWith a high risk of flooding anticipated throughout Manitoba this spring, home owners need to understand the potential dangers that can be created by a flooded house. If your home (or business) floods, remember that hazards may exist long after the water dissipates.On its website, Manitoba Hydro has a number of tips for those with flooded homes. Here are a few critical ones (for the full list, North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-39364974616502781002011-03-07T14:43:00.001-06:002011-03-07T14:49:05.819-06:00Fraud prevention starts at homeThe Competition Bureau of Canada, in partnership with the RCMP and other organizations, has designated March as Fraud Prevention Month. At North Winnipeg Credit Union, we take fraud prevention very seriously and take every precaution to ensure our systems and procedures meet the highest levels of security. But we also rely on members to help us prevent fraud, and one of the important ways you canNorth Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-67744904495050274702011-02-02T09:09:00.006-06:002011-02-02T09:27:48.809-06:00Missed the RRSP contribution deadline?Get the jump on next year NOW!Recent surveys have found that many Canadians have turned their financial focus toward paying down debt, with retirement saving — particularly among younger people — sometimes taking a backseat.That’s not surprising given the state of the economy over the past couple of years. Reducing one’s debt load is always a worthwhile endeavour. But saving for retirement shouldNorth Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-62492177319219343042011-02-02T09:09:00.001-06:002011-02-02T09:09:39.056-06:00Put your Credit Union MasterCard to work for you on your next vacationIf you’re planning a trip to warmer climes this winter, you may be interested to know there are several important ways your Credit Union MasterCard can help you while on vacation. The Credit Union MasterCard offers a variety of features that can come in very handy when you’re traveling outside of Manitoba or Canada, including:• Out-of-Province/Country Travel Medical InsuranceYour Credit Union North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-32576316478739015892010-12-13T09:59:00.000-06:002010-12-13T10:01:20.136-06:00Heading out of town? Be careful what you say onlineIf you're leaving on a trip, police suggest being cautious about what you say online, especially in Facebook status updates and other social media.The latest trend in online fraud involves fraudsters posing as lawyers and going after seniors, typically when that senior has a younger relative who has made their Facebook status “holidaying in Mexico” or something similar.In the scam, the fraud North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-43576179332104136582010-12-13T09:53:00.002-06:002010-12-13T09:57:27.331-06:00Group says rights museum slights suffering of UkrainiansJAMES ADAMSFrom Saturday's Globe and MailPublished Friday, Dec. 10, 2010 6:59PM ESTThe Canadian Museum for Human Rights, scheduled to open in Winnipeg in 2013, is slighting the sufferings of Ukrainians here and in the former Soviet Union and needs a “reconstituted” board of trustees and content advisory committee to help set matters right, according to a report prepared by the Ukrainian Canadian North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-10038406996585205692010-11-29T09:41:00.002-06:002010-11-29T09:52:51.057-06:00Credit unions tops in customer service for the sixth straight yearLike all co-operatives, credit unions are guided by the Seven International Co-operative Principles (www.creditunion.mb.ca/about/index.htm), the seventh of which is Concern for Community. Last year, credit unions across Canada demonstrated their concern for the communities they serve by contributing nearly $37.5 million to local community projects, as well as supporting their communities with North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-33326286737471708222010-11-25T15:25:00.004-06:002010-11-25T16:16:40.946-06:00Update: Thousands protest tax law changes in UkraineAbout 6,000 people gathered in Ukraine's capital Thursday on the fourth day of demonstrations against tax law changes, part of the largest nationwide wave of protests since the Orange Revolution of 2004.The demonstrators set up tents in Kyiv reminiscent of the encampments of the Orange Revolution, which brought in an era of tumultuous democracy in Ukraine.Parliament adopted the new tax bill last North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-87872922846063515332010-10-29T11:51:00.010-05:002010-10-29T12:30:23.998-05:00Is The Fix In? (Ukraine local elections)Dozens of people hold an “open your eyes” demonstration in Odesa on Oct. 17 to protest the poor choice of political candidates facing Ukrainian voters nationwide in the Oct. 31 local elections. UNIANPeter ByrneOctober 29, 2010Kyiv PostLocal elections are notoriously difficult to monitor for honesty and fairness. Ukraine, with a spotty history of democratic elections, will have 15,000 such North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-30489874661247254032010-08-23T15:58:00.005-05:002010-08-23T16:17:14.537-05:00Like his predecessors, Yushchenko still uses cozy presidential residenceYuriy Onyshkivhttp://www.kyivpost.com/news/nation/detail/79098/The ex-president's dacha in Novi Bezradychi (Photo by Yaroslav Debelyi)Ukrainians heroically propelled him to power in the 2004 Orange Revolution, believing in his promises to strip insiders, oligarchs and bureaucrats of their many privileges and to imprison the criminals among them.Instead, Viktor Yushchenko’s chaotic presidential North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-26031947120601228312010-08-23T12:11:00.003-05:002010-08-23T12:16:36.715-05:00Black Ribbon DayWinnipeg, Canada - August 23, 2010. Today Canadians will mark Black Ribbon Day - a national day of remembrance for the victims of European Communism and Nazism. Black Ribbon Day was declared a national day of commemoration by Canada's Parliament last fall. This annual day of remembrance marks the anniversary of the signing of the Molotov-Ribbentrop pact between the Nazi and Soviet Communist North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-73650769043489127722010-07-19T09:51:00.002-05:002010-07-19T09:55:32.526-05:00Military exercises Sea Breeze 2010 enter into active phase19-07-2010 15:56 http://www.nrcu.gov.ua/The active phase of the U.S.-Ukraine military exercises Sea Breeze 2010 started by 15 ships from the Odesa port to the Black Sea, the Defense Ministry Press and Information Department informed. In particular, seven ships and one boat of the Ukrainian Navy, three boats of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, one U.S. Navy ship, one ship and two boats North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-28681996495205006372010-07-19T09:40:00.002-05:002010-07-19T09:44:06.581-05:0071% of voters want local elections to be held under majority system19-07-2010 14:30 http://www.nrcu.gov.ua/The Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) has published the results of several studies dedicated to the attitude of citizens to a new system of the election of local council deputies, as well as the sympathies of voters to probable participants in these elections, according to the Kommersant-Ukraine newspaper.According to the institute, 71% of North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3575668431080277897.post-39914893730421522172010-06-25T12:20:00.001-05:002010-07-19T08:44:02.556-05:00THIS WEEK AT OSEREDOKIN THE GALLERYA BLAZE OF LOCAL COLOUR: Folk Art and Apparel andWorks by DMYTRO STRYJEKFrom the Collections of OseredokNEW IN THE BOUTIQUENEW STERLING SILVER TRYZUB PENDANTS!Seven styles and sizes to choose from.STERLING SILVER AND ENAMEL PYSANKA PENDANTS!Make a statement with this unique, beautiful, hand-crafted pendant.BIG BOOK SALE!Get 20% off all books* in the Boutique from June 26 through North Winnipeg Credit Unionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074057194539053643noreply@blogger.com