YNCUNIVERSITY
YOUR FINANCIAL LITERACY RESOURCE
Features a curated library of financial literacy resources, the YNCU Honest Money Talks Blog, and the ability to book a free in-person or virtual presentation from one of our experts on a variety of financial topics.
Free access to education is vital for everyone
Welcome to YNCUniversity
Your hub for accessible, inclusive, and effective financial literacy resources. Book a presentation, read our latest blog, or check out our calendar for workshops and community events in your area.
Presentations
Request a FREE financial literacy presentation from one of our certified trainers. We offer a variety of accessible, inclusive, and effective financial literacy workshops delivered in plain language to help empower our community members to take control of their financial decisions, goals, and plans.
Empowering our community through education
Thank You Concentra!
YNCU would like to thank Concentra for their $10,000 grant toward YNCUniversity through the Empowering Your Community Awards.
Presenters
Brendan Byrne
Community Branch Manager
Colton Boros
Branch Manager, Windsor
Costas Erotokritou
Member Relationship Manager
Daniella Hunte
Director, Sales & Coaching
DJ Miller
Member Relationship Manager, Development & Partnerships
Grant Galloway
CFP®, CLU, CHS, RIS
Financial Planner – Markets, Investing, Pensions, Economic Outlook
Hillery Edwards
Manager, Service Excellence Centre
Jamie Sillett
Branch Manager, London
Jennifer Dray
Director, Sales & Coaching
Jessica Monteith
Member Relationship Manager
Jody Young
Branch Manager, Bay
Jonathon Fuselli
Marketing Coordinator
Kelly Stafford
Manager, Credit
Kim Boudreau
CFP®, DMA™
Financial Planner & Senior Investment Advisor – Women in Finance, Holiday Budgeting, Estates
Kirstin Dias
Director, Marketing
Larissa Cross
Branch Manager, Mitchell
Linda Bernier
Branch Manager, Timmins
Lindsay Watson
Member Relationship Manager
Lucas Cerqueira
CFP®, RIS
Education Savings, New Home Ownership
Michael Pigeon
CFP®, CLU, CHS
Financial Planner – Insurance & Protection, Small Business
Natalie Fenton
Member Experience Associate
Quincy Gidden
Senior Business Services Specialist
Rachel Winger
Branch Manager, Mitchell
Sai Poguluru
VP, Innovation & Business Technology
Sandra Sousa
Community Branch Manager
Shannon Mellor
Branch Manager, Brantford
Shaylan Spurway
Manager, Marketing & Community Education
Shezmin Samji
Branch Manager, Kitchener
Honest Money Talks
Best Practices for Filing Your Taxes in Canada
Filing taxes can be a daunting task, but with the right approach, it can be a smooth process. Here are some best practices to consider when filing your taxes in Canada.
Power of Attorney vs. Joint Accounts: What You Need to Know
Managing money isn’t just about budgeting and paying bills—it’s also about making sure the right people have access when you need them to.
Mistakes You Can Make with an RRSP & How to Avoid Them
When it comes to RRSPs (Registered Retirement Savings Plans), there are a few common mistakes that can negatively impact your savings or tax strategy. Here are some of the most common mistakes and tips on how to steer clear of them.
“YNCU is not just a Credit Union but also a motivation for positive change. It goes beyond financial services, empowering me to make a difference in both the community and the environment. With a strong commitment to ESG, YNCU transforms banking into a force for good, shaping me into a better person through awareness and action.”
– Anita Araujo, Human Resource Generalist
What is YNCU?
Experience The Credit Union Difference
YNCU has been serving communities across Ontario for over 75 years. We’re the kind of financial partner that takes the time to understand the real trials and financial realities of each of our members.
We provide friendlier, more personal service so you can bank confidently knowing you’re not just a number to us, and we offer comparable products and competitive rates so you can get the most out of your banking. Our members are owners, which means we answer to you and share our profits through patronage dividends.
We are committed to building better communities. It is one of our guiding principles, and we build community through education, investment, and volunteerism. We firmly believe in staying connected with the Neighbourhoods we serve by supporting local programs and forming partnerships with like-minded organizations dedicated to enhancing local well-being and prosperity.
Donated to Charitable Causes
Staff Volunteer Hours
*Numbers updated semi-annually. Last updated August 2023
*Numbers updated semi-annually. Last updated August 2023
“YNCU is not just a Credit Union but also a motivation for positive change. It goes beyond financial services, empowering me to make a difference in both the community and the environment. With a strong commitment to ESG, YNCU transforms banking into a force for good, shaping me into a better person through awareness and action.”
– Anita Araujo, Human Resource Generalist
What is YNCU?
Experience The Credit Union Difference
YNCU has been serving communities across Ontario for over 75 years. We’re the kind of financial partner that takes the time to understand the real trials and financial realities of each of our members.
We provide friendlier, more personal service so you can bank confidently knowing you’re not just a number to us, and we offer comparable products and competitive rates so you can get the most out of your banking. Our members are owners, which means we answer to you and share our profits through patronage dividends.
We are committed to building better communities. It is one of our guiding principles, and we build community through education, investment, and volunteerism. We firmly believe in staying connected with the Neighbourhoods we serve by supporting local programs and forming partnerships with like-minded organizations dedicated to enhancing local well-being and prosperity.
Donated to Charitable Causes
Staff Volunteer Hours
*Numbers updated semi-annually. Last updated August 2023
YNCUniversity is a financial literacy resource hub and not an accredited educational institution that issues degrees.
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