About Vancity

Vancity is the largest credit union in Canada, with $28.2 billion in total assets under administration as of 2018.

It was founded by 14 people in 1946 on the corner of Broadway and Quebec in Vancouver. Today, it has 60 branches and 540,000 members.

Vancity is known for its local presence in the city and offering personal and business banking, mortgages, loans, investment options, and insurance. What sets Vancity apart is its strong commitment to social and environmental sustainability. The credit union prioritizes community development, ethical investing, and green initiatives, often funding local projects and programs to support economic, social, and environmental well-being. Vancity’s mission emphasizes positive social impact, and it’s especially popular among individuals and businesses interested in ethical banking and community-oriented finance.

Its headquarters are on Terminal Ave across the street from Science World.