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October 13, 2026
FCU Community Financial and Vancity invest $250,000 in community foundations across coastal and island communities.
The new Community First Investment Initiative will provide funding to seven foundations and community funds across FCU Community Financial's legacy service area.
Read the full news release.
August 17, 2026
First Credit Union becomes FCU Community Financial, a division of Vancity
New name reflects First Credit Union's next chapter as part of Vancity, while maintaining local service and strong community connections.
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February 11, 2026
For the fifth consecutive year, First Credit Union, now part of Vancity, has been named one of BC’s Top 100 Employers by Mediacorp Canada.
February 11, 2026, Territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, K’ómoks, Qualicum, Tla’amin, Klahoose, and Homalco First Nations, BC – First Credit Union (FCU) has once again been named one of BC’s Top 100 Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc., organizers of the national Canada’s Top 100 Employers project. Receiving this honour for the fifth consecutive year underscores FCU’s ongoing commitment to providing a supportive and respectful culture that prioritizes its employees. Read the news release.
December 1, 2025
First Credit Union and Vancity today announced the official closing of their business transaction, following receipt of all required legal and regulatory approvals.
Effective today, First Credit Union will operate as FCU Community Financial, a division of Vancity.
For now, FCU members will continue to use the same branches, accounts, and day-to-day services they rely on today. Any future changes to products, services or systems will be communicated clearly and in advance. We look forward to sharing further details regarding operational enhancements and future initiatives in the coming months.
November 19, 2025
First Credit Union (FCU) and Vancouver City Savings Credit Union (Vancity) jointly announce that First Credit Union members have voted in favour of the proposed merger between the two credit unions. The vote, held between November 12th and 18th, paves the way for the creation of a combined entity that will deliver enhanced member value, expanded services, and an even greater positive impact on communities. Read the press release here!
FCU operates on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, specifically the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, K’ómoks, Qualicum, Tla’amin, Klahoose, and Homalco First Nations
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