About Credit Unions
What are Credit Unions?
Credit unions are member-owned, not-for-profit financial institutions that offer many of the same services as banks, such as savings accounts, loans, and credit cards. What makes them different is that every member is also a part-owner, with a voice in how the credit union is run. Instead of focusing on profits, credit unions return earnings to their members through lower fees, better interest rates, and programs that support the community. Their main goal is to help people improve their financial well-being and make a positive impact where they live and work.
Who are we?
The Lancer Credit Union is operated by the Career Development/Life Work class guided by Angela Baraniuk. Students enrolled in this course earn a grade level credit and again experience about essential items such as: Personal Management, Career Exploration, Learning and Planning, Job Seeking and Job Maintenance, and Career and Community Experiences. This is true experiential learning! You could even put this course in your resume as work experience!
Services
Lancer Credit Union offers students real banking services and learning opportunities through our partnership with Access Credit Union.
Student Accounts
Open a chequing and savings account with special interest rate on the first $2000 with Access Credit Union under the Lancer Credit Union program. Start learning how to save, budget, and manage your money responsibly. Student accounts are not charged service fees and the student savings has a special interest rate.