Branch and TeleService Centre Early Closure Notice: Please note all Ottawa and GTA branches will be closing at 4 pm on Tuesday, September 28. Your Kingston, Pembroke and North Bay branches will operate under regular business hours.

Streetsville Branch Hours Change Notice: Effective October 12, 2010, the hours of operation at our Streetsville branch will change.

Service Fee Changes: Alterna is changing some of its service fees effective September 1, 2010. The Student Package will now be free, just in time for the new school year!

Alterna Pledges $50,000 to YMCA-YWCA: Alterna and the National Capital Region YMCA-YWCA will work together to achieve more than they can alone.

We’re moving your Kingston branch to serve you better: Your Alterna Savings branch is moving to a bigger and brighter space at Clock Tower Plaza, 823 Norwest Road on Tuesday, August 3, 2010.

Alterna’s Recommendations to Financial Literacy Task Force: How your credit union is supporting the development of financial literacy in Canada.

April 23, 2010

Small Businesses Rate Credit Unions Higher than Banks according to a report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.

Co-operative Young Leaders’ Summer Camp 2010: This summer, Alterna Savings will partner with the Ontario Credit Union Charitable Foundation to send 10 young people to the Co-operative Young Leaders (CYL) Camp.

ABM Closure in Manotick: The Pronto Food Mart at 990 River Road, Manotick, Ontario is closing as of March 30, 2010 and the onsite Alterna ABM is no longer available.

Alterna Welcomes Federal Credit Union Legislation: Alterna Savings is applauding the Canadian government’s decision to establish a legislative framework for federal credit unions.

Alterna Extended RRSP Hours: Alterna branches are extending their hours on selected days to help accommodate booked RRSP appointments.

Gary Gillam Award: Alterna Savings is now accepting nominations for the 2010 Gary Gillam Award. This award is presented to individuals who demonstrate exemplary achievements in:

• Promoting social responsibility and/or sustainability in credit unions; and/or
• Promoting credit unions as a socially responsible investment alternative

If you think this describes you or someone you know, submit an application today.

Branch Hours Change Notice: Effective January 4, 2010, hours of operation at the St-Laurent and Merivale branches will change.

Ontario credit unions donate record $5.3 million to community projects: Just in time to celebrate Credit Union Day, a new survey shows Ontario credit unions increased their support for community projects to $5.3 million in 2008, up about 10 per cent from $4.8 million in 2007.

Alterna Joins Call for Global Deal on Climate Change: Alterna Savings has added its name to a growing list of Canadian companies who are calling for world leaders to complete an ambitious, robust and equitable deal on climate change at the UN climate negotiations in Copenhagen this December.

Over $ 28,000 to 19 community organizations and projects: Alterna Savings announces the names of the latest group of organizations to receive a donation from our credit union and our members.

Alterna Leader Participates in First Global Women’s Leadership Forum: Kimberley Ney, Alterna’s Senior Vice President of Marketing, Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility, is one of only 40 women worldwide to participate in the 2009 Global Women’s Leadership Forum, the inaugural gathering of the newly created Global Women’s Leadership Network.

Credit Unions Rank First in Customer Service: For the fifth year in a row, an independent survey of thousands of Canadians has shown that credit unions rank first in overall quality of customer service among all financial institutions.

Alterna Savings Presents Global Humanitarian Outreach Award to a Woman of Distinction

New Wealth Management Partnership with Qtrade: Alterna Savings and its subsidiary Alterna Bank announced that they have selected the Qtrade Financial Group as their new partner for comprehensive wealth management services, including securities dealer, mutual fund dealer, investment and insurance services.

Alterna Hopeful City of Ottawa Moves Quickly on Central Library: Alterna Savings, the largest property owner on the site of the planned Ottawa Central Library, welcomes the City of Ottawa to move quickly with its development plans.

Alterna Do it for Dad! Run and Family Walk Raises $239,000 for prostate cancer research: See the results of the 11th edition of Alterna Do it for Dad! held at Anniversary Park at Carleton University in Ottawa on June 21.

Film Fest in the Park: Alterna Savings is proud to support Film Fest in the Park. Free movie screenings will be held every Friday during the month of July, 2009.

ABM Closure in Kanata: Davis Grocery at 501 Hazeldean Road, Kanata, Ontario has closed and the onsite Alterna ABM is no longer available.

Alterna Appoints Capital C as its Marketing Agency of Record: Alterna, a full-service credit union and banking organization based in Toronto and Ottawa, announced today the appointment of Capital C LP as its marketing agency of record.

Alterna Site Could House New Central Library: Alterna has been notified by The City of Ottawa that 400 Albert Street, where Alterna’s head office and Albert Street branch are currently located, has been selected as the proposed location of the new Ottawa Central Public Library.

Government of Canada Community Adjustment Fund for Non-Profits: The Government of Canada recently launched a $1 billion Community Adjustment Fund (CAF), a new initiative designed to address the short-term effects of the global economic downturn, while preparing our communities for long-term growth.

NOTICE - THE EXCHANGE ABM Network: On Tuesday, June 2, 2009,  THE EXCHANGE ABM Network is making a technology change that will affect access to your money using THE EXCHANGE ABMs across Canada and the U.S.

Co-operative Young Leaders Camp, 2009: A week-long camp that brings young people together from all across Ontario to learn about, and practice, communication and leadership through co operative activities.

Credit Union System on Solid Financial Ground: In spite of the global financial environment, Canada's credit union system ended 2008 on solid financial ground.

Notice re: Quarterly Statements: Revised quarterly statements were mailed to members on April 21 to replace the incorrect first quarter statements sent earlier this month.

Alterna ABMs at Terrasses de la Chaudière: The Alterna ABMs at Terrasses de la Chaudière in Gatineau are being removed on April 29, 2009.

The Recession-Proof Mortgage: an innovative product with great mortgage rates and bundled services, all acting together to protect you from the recession today and any financial punches that may be heading your way.

Alterna Sponsors Ethics Award: Alterna is the proud sponsor of Carleton University’s 2009 Arthur Kroeger Ethics in Public Affairs Award.

Temporary removal of 240 Sparks St. ABM: The Alterna ABM located in the CD Howe Building at 240 Sparks Street in Ottawa is being removed temporarily due to building renovations, beginning April 30, 2009.

because, money doesn’t grow on trees: Join us for a free seminar and find out how Alterna can show you how to take control of your finances.

March 23, 2009

Dave’s Ultimate Auction: On March 26, Alterna presents an evening of fine dining and fun. Proceeds support the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre, Eastern Ontario’s only intensive youth-specific substance abuse day treatment centre for youth.

We can make a difference: Around the world, the principles and philosophy of the credit union movement are making a real difference in the economic health of communities that once were without hope.

A Canadian Success Story: One of the highlights of President Barack Obama’s recent visit to Canada was a stop for a BeaverTail®.

Alterna Takes Credit for Top Card Option: Alterna has been listed as one of the top options for credit cards by NOW Magazine.

Wooing and Winning During a Recession: The secret of great customer service. A conversation with business legend Leonard Lee, founder of Lee Valley Tools.

Annual General Meeting: Join us for Alterna Savings’ Annual General Meeting and exercise your democratic right as an owner of your credit union. Be sure to find out all about the 2009 Board Candidates.

Stepping Up To The Challenge: Read about what steps the Senior Management Team are taking to get fit in recognition of Heart Month.

Member Networking Cafes and more: Read about the upcoming Networking Cafes and find out how you can participate in Alterna’s NEW! Tele-Classes.

Tax Savings at Alterna: Tax-Free Savings Accounts Now Available

Credit unions contribute record amount to community projects: Credit unions across Canada celebrated International Credit Union Day on October 16, 2008, highlighting the more than $35.8 million they contributed to community efforts in 2007.

State of the Economy: A message for members from the President and CEO

John Lahey addresses Alterna’s solid financial position and member questions in these uncertain times.

State of the Markets: Find out what you can do to weather the economic storm.