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We're all about being there for our members.

That's why our team will guide you every step of the way.

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We're the Shuswap's trusted Credit Union

We constantly strive to be a part of the fabric of the Shuswap, by serving individuals and the community as a whole. We care about what happens in the Shuswap because it's not just where we work, it's where we live.

​Our impact

Community

We are proud to contribute to the economic, environmental, and social development of our region.

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​Our opportunities

Careers

Join our team of over 140 people across our locations in Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Sorrento, and Enderby. 

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What's happening

News & events

See what events we’re planning in the community and what we’re doing that’s making news in the Shuswap.

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​​The SASCU engine

Governance

Our members elect the Directors of the board, who set policies and guidelines, and oversee the overall operation of SASCU.

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Our impact 

Community

We are proud to contribute to the economic, environmental, and social development of our region.

Explore our community >


Our opportunities 

Careers

Join our team of over 140 people across our locations in Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Sorrento, and Enderby. 

Explore our careers >

The SASCU engine

Governance

Our members elect the Directors of the board, who set policies and guidelines, and oversee the overall operation of SASCU.

Learn about governance >

What's happening

News & events

See what we're planning in the community and what we're doing that's making news in the Shuswap.

Discover News & Events >


Our history is rich

Our story began in 1946, when a small group of orchard farmers found they could not get the loans they needed from the bank. With 14 original members and no office, we were incorporated on April 29, 1946. We’ve definitely come a long way since the end of 1946, when we had only 33 members and $205 in assets.

1940s

  • 1946 – SASCU is born, on April 29 SASCU was incorporated under BCs Credit Union Act
  • 1946 - The first deposit at SASCU was made on May 28th for $41.50
  • SASCU first did business out of the hardware department at the Salmon Arm Farmer’s Exchange until moving into the Strudwick Building on Shuswap Street in 1952 (see photo below)
  • End of 1946 SASCU had 33 members and $205 in assets

1950s

  • 1955-1966 – SASCU operated out of the Strudwick building on Shuswap Street
  • 1957 – SASCU hires first full time employee 
  • 1959 – SASCU offers first chequing services and office is opened in Strudwick block 

1960s

  • 1960 – SASCU has three staff members
  • 1960  – Over 700 members and 25 million in assets
  • 1966 – 5 full time people on staff
  • 1969 – Tappen and District Credit union joined SASCU

1970s

  • 1975 –  Eagle River Credit Union merged with SASCU and became the Sicamous Branch
  • 1977 –  Sorrento branch is born September
  • 1977 – A fourth branch at the new Cedarvale Centre in Salmon Arm was open; which consolidated with Salmon Arm Main Branch in February 1982
  • All SASCU data was received throughout the day and transmitted via telephone to BC Central Credit Union
  • 1979 – SASCU goes “computer” which it allowed it to grow

1980s

  • 1980 – August 23, Salmon Arm branch opens 
  • SASCU offers interbranch banking and the first drive thru teller
  • 1980 – New SASCU slogan selected: “We’ll take the time to serve you better”
  • 1983 – An ABM “Automated Banking Machine” was installed in Salmon Arm, the first for our community
  • 1984 – Anytime banking is born – ATM at SASCU
  • 1986 – Cash machine network link established between Credit Unions and Bank of BC
  • 1986 – Sorrento Branch moved to its current location in the Sorrento Shoppers Plaza

1990s

  • 1996 – SASCU has 15,000 members and $170 million in assets
  • 1996 – SASCU Celebrates 50th anniversary “Proud Heritage. Bright Future” 
  • 80 staff employed
  • 1998 – SASCU introduced a new wholly owned subsidiary company: MemberPlus Financial Planning and Investment Services Ltd. (now SASCU Wealth)
  • 1999 – introduced Member Direct Internet Banking to our members

2000s

  • 2000 – In September, acquired Bank of Montreal branch in Sicamous
  • 2001 – SASCU grows to 19,000 members
  • 2002 – Wins employer of the year award
  • 2005 – SASCU recreation centre is born
  • 2006 – SASCU Celebrates 60 years and is recognized as one of BC’s Best Employers
  • 2007 – Art sculpture/public art installed – apples represent our 14 pioneer visionaries who came together collectively to form the credit union
  • 2008 – SASCU Insurance Services Ltd. opened its doors on October 6th in the Salmon Arm Building

 Present

  • 2013 – Opened the Uptown Branch in Salmon Arm 
  • 2018 – The Contact Centre was developed into what is recognisable today
  • 2018  – Shuswap Insurance Brokers becomes a division of SASCU 
  • 2020 – SASCU launches refreshed public website  

Our location

Shuswap is our home

Founded in Salmon Arm and having grown to five locations in Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Sorrento, and Enderby, we are proud to serve the Shuswap.

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Our location

Shuswap is our home

Founded in Salmon Arm and having grown to five locations in Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Sorrento, and Enderby, we are proud to serve the Shuswap.

Find a location >

Member benefits

Members are owners

We are owned by nearly 20,000 members who are also our customers. With assets of over $900 million under administration, we’re proud to be among the top-rated credit unions in all of Canada. Right here in the Shuswap.

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Company growth

SASCU financial group

We're more than just a credit union. We now also include SASCU Wealth Incorporated, which has been part of the financial planning industry since 1998, and SASCU Insurance which began operation in 2008 and now includes a second location in Enderby.

Company growth

SASCU financial group

We're more than just a credit union. We now also include SASCU Wealth Incorporated, which has been part of the financial planning industry since 1998, and SASCU Insurance which began operation in 2008 and now includes a second location in Enderby.

​I trust that when I seek support, they have my financial best interest in mind.

​Georgia Van Rooyen

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​We've been waiting for you

Become a SASCU member for competitive rate, security, convenience, and financial advice you can trust.

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