Enjoy these stories of our member/owners who have been inspired to make something happen in their lives and the role Assiniboine Credit Union was able to play in helping it become a reality.

What inspires us? You do. We’re inspired by our members and your stories and we hope you’ll think about sharing your story with us. No story is too small or too large, too simple or complex. But there’s one common element in them all – ACU had a role to play in making your inspired idea a reality.

Meet Maude & Charaf Maude and Charaf wanted to have a family home, but Charaf’s Islamic faith prevented them from having a traditional mortgage. By taking out an Islamic Mortgage from Assiniboine, they can now watch their daughter play in her own back yard.

Meet Char Charlene and Scott were inspired to find a family activity, and found themselves skating the Assiniboine Credit Union River Trail every winter Friday after school.

Meet Heather Heather enjoys time with her partner Patrick, their kids, the grandparents and the family pets. Heather and her extended family pooled their resources and got a mortgage from Assiniboine, so three generations could like under one roof.

Meet Christine Christine found her dream home in a 104 year-old house ... just like her grandmother owned. Now she's putting her knowledge as Executive Director of the Canada Green Building Council (MB Chapter) into action, with an energy audit and a plan for green renovations.

Meet Sarah Sarah always had a passion for learning and travel. On a study trip to Mexico, she fell in love with Jorge, they got married and eventually welcomed a daughter, Katia.

Meet Jodi Jodi’s grandmother gave her good advice, to manage her money wisely so she could enjoy the future. At 18 she began building her nestegg.