Planning & Advice
How a loan can put you on top during RRSP season
The RRSP contribution deadline is just around the corner. Make your way in to see us by March 1st if you want your contribution to count for the 2018 tax year. Often times, you may not have the money to spare after the holidays to drop into your RRSP, even...
Why Is It Called A Credit Union?
While bank and banking are universally understood and accepted terms, the term credit union may be misunderstood. Credit union is an unusual term, isn’t it? Is it just another name for a bank? Is it a credit card company? Do I have to be in a union to join? But, just...
To Lease or To Finance: That is the Question!
When it comes to buying a new car, you have three options: purchasing it with cash, purchasing it through a loan (also known as financing) or leasing it. For most shoppers, the decision comes down to buying or leasing. On the surface, the differences between leasing...
News & Updates
Directors Elected by Acclamation
About Heidi Schofer A member of Horizon Credit Union since 1998, Heidi was born and raised in Melville and farms with her husband, Doug. She has 2 children, Julia and Graeme. In addition to helping with the farm, Heidi has been substitute teaching in various school...
2018 Annual Report Now Available!
The 2018 Horizon Credit Union annual report and financial statements are now available. View them here.
Horizon Website Update
Horizon Credit Union is performing updates on the website at horizoncu.ca. These updates are planned to take effect between March 20th and March 22nd. Our website will display a refreshed look with content in similar locations as previous to provide a seamless...
New Interac e-Transfer Features!
New INTERAC e-Transfer† Features - Request Money & Autodeposit Get paid quickly with Requesting Money and have money deposited straight into your account with Autodeposit. Click here for more details
Effective Rates
Horizon Credit Union Prime Rate effective October 24th, 2018 is 4.35%. Horizon Credit Union charges 25% per year on all accounts that are overdrawn. This does not include accounts that have balances within the limit of an authorized Line of Credit.
Reminder for Mortgage Holders
If you are a mortgage holder, it is your obligation under the Mortgage Loan Agreement granted to you, that extended insurance coverage be maintained to the full insurable value and against loss or damage by fire. As the Mortgagee, we may require additional coverage...
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