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WHY CHOOSE US

 
 


What does this mean for your financial wellbeing? 

​It’s simple. Your goals are our goals. We grow when you grow. It’s a partnership, not a transaction.

And here, we believe financial wellbeing is for everyonelearn why.

 

 

YOU​

Our expert financial advice focuses on your evolving financial needs, not making short-term profits for faraway shareholders.

 


YOUR MONEY

​Our profits are reinvested into our membership through free day-to-day banking, low-fee business accounts and great rates.

 


YOUR COMMUNITY​

Enjoy competitive returns knowing your deposits help us support organizations that strengthen your local businesses and community.

 

 
2022 Community Support

How we've supported our communities in 2022

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $92,837

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • Abbotsford Canucks
  • Archway Community Services
  • BC Cancer Foundation
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Decoda Literacy
  • Volunteer Abbotsford


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


Envision Financial Simple Generosity Grants: $2,500

Neighbourhood grants creating a sense of belonging and inclusiveness:
  • Aboriginal Arts and Culture Day
  • Augustin Community Fitness
  • Care for Women Foundation
  • Ibelong Community Programs


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $156,560

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Support to charities promoting resilient & sustainable communities including:

  • Abbotsford Hospice Society
  • B.C Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation
  • BeMorr Society Mental Health and Suicide Awareness
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
  • Canuck Place Children's Hospice
  • Care Counseling Society
  • Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society
  • M2/W2 Association
  • St. Johns Society
  • United Way British Columbia

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $26,788

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • Ann Davis Transition Society
  • BC Cancer Foundation
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Chilliwack Hospice Society
  • Chilliwack Hospital Foundation
  • Chilliwack Pride Society
  • Chilliwack Senior Secondary
  • Chilliwack Youth Health Centre
  • Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada
  • Decoda Literacy
  • Food Banks BC
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • TEDxChilliwack
  • United Way British Columbia


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


Envision Financial Simple Generosity Grants: $1,500

Neighbourhood grants creating a sense of belonging and inclusiveness:
  • Chilliwack Resource Centre
  • Ibelong Community programs


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $64,450

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $20,704

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • BC Cancer Foundation
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Coldest Night of the Year
  • Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada
  • Decoda Literacy
  • Delta Hospital Foundation
  • Food Banks BC
  • Heron Hospice Society of Delta
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • Shoebox Project
  • United Way British Columbia


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $59,700

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Support to charities promoting resilient & sustainable communities including:

  • B.C and Alberta Guide Dogs
  • Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society
  • Reach Child and Youth Development Society
  • St. Johns Society
  • Take a Hike Youth at Risk Foundation
  • United Way of BC

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $17,884

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • BC Cancer Foundation
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada
  • Decoda Literacy
  • DJ for Hope Film Event
  • Food Banks BC
  • Hope Brigade Days
  • Hope Community Services
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • United Way British Columbia


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $14,750

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Support to charities promoting resilient & sustainable communities including:

  • Fraser Inclusive and Housing Society (F.I.S.H)
  • Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society
  • St. Johns Society
  • United Way British Columbia

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $13,962

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • BC Cancer Foundation
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada
  • Decoda Literacy
  • Food Banks BC
  • Kitimat Museum & Archives
  • Lions Club Family Day Sponsorship
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • Snow Valley Skating Club
  • United Way British Columbia


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $7,000

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Support to charities promoting resilient & sustainable communities including:

  • Kitimat Seniors Association Kitimat Seniors Association
  • Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society
  • St. Johns Society
  • United Way British Columbia

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $95,051

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada
  • Decoda Literacy
  • Douglas College Foundation
  • Emotions Health & Wellness Society of BC
  • Food Banks BC
  • HUB Cycling
  • Kidsport Canada - BC
  • LifeApp Inc.
  • Seniors First BC
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • The Vancouver Sun Children's Fund Society
  • Urban Safari Rescue Society


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


Envision Financial Simple Generosity Grants: $2,750

Neighbourhood grants creating a sense of belonging and inclusiveness:
  • Find a Friend project
  • Ishtar Women's Resource Society
  • Langley Hospice Society
  • Langley Volunteer Bureau


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $164,100

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $23,712

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • 1st Laity View Scouts Group
  • A Better Life Foundation
  • BC Cancer Foundation
  • BC SPCA Maple Ridge
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada
  • Decoda Literacy
  • Food Banks BC
  • Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Katzie, Seniors Network
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • The Salvation Army Ridge Meadows Ministries
  • United Way British Columbia


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


Envision Financial Simple Generosity Grants: $500

Neighbourhood grants creating a sense of belonging and inclusiveness:
  • Chilcotin Carve and Cackle


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $71,750

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Support to charities promoting resilient & sustainable communities including:

  • Alouette River Management Society
  • Fraser River Indigenous Society
  • Friends In Need Food Bank
  • Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society
  • Paws for Hope Foundation
  • SARA for Women
  • St. Johns Society
  • United Way British Columbia

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $16,342

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • BC Cancer Foundation
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada
  • Cyrus Centre
  • Decoda Literacy
  • Food Banks BC
  • Mission Granite Curling Club
  • Mission Hospice Society
  • Senior Animals in Need Today Society
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • United Way British Columbia


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $52,250

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

Support to charities promoting resilient & sustainable communities including:

  • Cyrus Centre
  • Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society
  • Mission Hospice Society
  • Mission Literacy in Motion
  • St. Johns Society
  • Union Gospel Mission (Lydia House)
  • United Way British Columbia

Envision Financial Community Partnerships & Donations: $173,921

Support for organizations creating good things in our communities including:

  • A Better Life Foundation
  • Children's Family House Society of BC (Ronald McDonald House BC)
  • Coast Mental Health Foundation
  • Fraser Valley Child Development Centre
  • Mackie's Place
  • Phoenix Drug and Alcohol Recovery & Education Society
  • Reach Child & Youth Development Society
  • Self-Advocates of Semiahmoo
  • Sher Vancouver LGBTQ Friends Society
  • ShEvalesco Female Empowerment Association
  • SOS Children's Village B.C.


The Full Cupboard Signature Cause: $159,538

Raising food, funds and awareness for food banks serving Envision Financial communities.


Envision Financial Simple Generosity Grants: $11,300

Neighbourhood grants creating a sense of belonging and inclusiveness:
  • Cloverdale Block Party
  • Community Rhythm Circle
  • Girls Can Talk Inequalities Minority Club
  • Hyland Neighborhood Block Party
  • International Neighbourhood Potluck
  • Student Study Circle
  • Children’s School Supplies
  • Your Words Matter Initiative


First West Foundation | Envision Financial Community Endowment: $317,500

First West Foundation is the charitable arm of Envision Financial, providing grants to organizations which help our communities thrive.

 

Our commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity

Envision Financial's foundational values demand that we, as an organization, actively strive for equity, inclusion and diversity. We believe in cultivating an environment in which every employee, member and community partner—both present and future—is valued for their uniqueness and is empowered to flourish.

Learn more here

 

 

THE ADVANTAGES OF BANKING WITH US

 

 
 
 
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Members vote for directors at board elections, giving you a say in how our credit union operates.

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Expert financial advice and local decision making to meet your financial needs as they evolve.

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Free day-to-day personal banking including free Interac e-Transfer®.

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24/7 secure online and mobile app banking.

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We partner with local organizations to create good things in our communities.

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Your deposits are 100% protected up to any amount by the Credit Union Deposit Insurance Corporation of British Columbia.

​Become a member

Reach your financial goals and strengthen your community – that’s banking with purpose. Discover the benefits of belonging to a financial cooperative. Open a Simply Free Account® today or call 1-888-597-6083 to get started.

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Whether you’re a small business starting out or a large established operation, we have the right products, services and advice for you. Let us help you reach new levels of success. 

 
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Learn what it means to be a federal credit union including benefits and risks at keepgrowing.ca. For full details about the changes in deposit insurance, see the Notice Pursuant to the Disclosure on Continuance Regulations.


From November 1, 2021, to November 21, 2021, the members of First West Credit Union voted on special resolutions that, among other things, authorize First West to apply to become a federal credit union under the Bank Act. If First West becomes a federal credit union, it will automatically become a member of the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) and Credit Union Deposit Insurance Corporation of British Columbia deposit insurance will no longer apply. See attached Notice for further detail on what this change means to your deposits with First West.

 

 

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We believe in the power of partnership, working together to achieve social impact and make a difference in our communities.

 

 
 
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Through our partnership with the First West Foundation, ​$1,709,259 has been granted from the foundation’s 16 endowments and charitable giving campaigns in 2022.

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Our employees spent 2,088 hours helping those in need and building our local communities in 2022. 

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We are on a mission to raise food, funds and awareness for our local food banks. In 2022 alone, we provided 319,076 meals through our Signature Cause, The Full Cupboard.

 

Envision Financial, a division of First West Credit Union, acknowledges that we have privilege of doing business on the traditional and unceded territory of Coast Salish, S’ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), Nuxwsa’7aq (Nooksack), Kwantlen, šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmaɁɬ təməxʷ (Musqueam), Stz’uminus, sq̓əc̓iy̓aɁɬ təməxʷ (Katzie), Nłeʔkepmx Tmíxʷ (Nlaka’pamux), Semiahmoo, sc̓əwaθenaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsawwassen), Á,LEṈENEȻ ȽTE (W̱SÁNEĆ) and x̣àʼisla w̓áwís (Haisla).