Resources
We empower our members with the knowledge and resources they need to have control over their finances.
On this page, you'll find tools and resources covering a variety of topics with the common goal of helping you improve your confidence and independence regarding different aspects of the financial world, whether you need to brush up on your online security, calculate your earnings from compound interest, or simply download and fill out a direct deposit form.
What type of resource do you need today?
Forms & Applications
Forms & Applications
Jumpstart your applications for various products and services.
Simply fill out one of the forms and one of our service representatives will contact you within two business days for next steps.
Financial Calculators
How much do you need to save? What can you afford? Our calculators can help you work out the details of your financial plan to help achieve your goals.
A key component of ongoing financial success is the ability to project future needs for costs and savings so you may plan accordingly and set a realistic budget that allows you to live the life you want and fulfill the future you deserve. Our financial calculators will help you with this.
Please note that our calculators and budgeting tools are designed for illustrative purposes only. If you would like sound financial planning advice to help achieve your goals, please contact us to set up an appointment.
Member Awareness Resources
As a financial co-operative, our members and their financial well-being represent the most important part of our business.
In order to serve our members better, we often inform them of pressing issues or concerns that may be of interest to them or have a material impact on their daily lives—whether that relates to finances, fraud, or potential criminal activity.
Below are several useful resources from Access Credit Union, our partners, or government organizations intended to help you prepare for relevant issues in our quickly evolving financial world.
Financial Literacy & Security Advice
From budgeting to investing, saving to spending, and everything in between, Access Credit Union is here to provide our members with the knowledge and tools to reach your financial goals.
Financial Literacy
We are committed to strengthening the communities in which we work, live, and play by providing strong financial literacy resources to our membership.
We have partnered with Each One Teach One to provide a variety of financial literacy workshops which empower employees and members of the community to make good financial decisions. It also supports two of the international Co-operative Principles: education and concern for community.
Looking for self-serve tools? Visit the Access Credit Union blog.
Need tailored wealth advice? Connect with an Access CU Wealth Advisor.
- Access Credit Union blog resources
- Wealth advisory
- Each One, Teach One programming
Cyber & Financial Security
Online banking makes managing your finances easy and convenient. However, there are measures you should take, and best practices you should follow, whenever you go online to access your accounts. Because your online security is our priority, we have compiled suggestions and tips for safe browsing to help you avoid falling victim to Internet threats.
Senior citizens can unfortunately be the targets of fraud often because of their trusting nature and generosity. They may also be impaired in some way, perhaps suffering from Alzheimer’s, and more prone to giving away money than they would have in their sharper years. Whatever the reason, senior fraud is alive and well in this country. But there is something you can do about it.
- Cyber and financial security blog resources
- Senior banking safety tips
- Security best practices
Identity Theft Protection
A rapidly growing form of Internet fraud is a practice known as “PHISHING.” This fraud can lead to financial loss, identity theft and loss of confidence in any institution whose site has been “PHISHED.”
How does it work?
Online thieves send out e-mails that appear to originate from legitimate companies. The e-mail messages direct victims to fraudulent look-alike websites, where the victim is asked to enter personal and financial information.
Online thieves send out e-mails that appear to originate from legitimate companies. The e-mail messages direct victims to fraudulent look-alike websites, where the victim is asked to enter personal and financial information.
Budgeting How-To's
Everyone, no matter their stage in life, should have a budget! Need help getting started? Check out some of our resources below.
Budgeting Basics
Budgeting can be intimidating if you have never done it before! Get started with the basics and go from there.
Plan to be Debt Free
Make a plan to be debt free with information from the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. We've created a template to help you get to the ultimate end goal: debt freedom.
Zero Based Budget
A zero based budget is when all your earnings and spending are accounted for and you've reached a zero dollar balance. Knowing exactly where your hard earned money is going will allow you to make even better financial choices!
Other Resources
Anti-Fraud, Security, and more!
Anti-Fraud Resources
Protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud by familiarizing yourself with tools and resources available from organizations around Canada that can help you avoid common frauds, scams, and security concerns. It's important in our ever-increasing digital world to understand how technology can both help and harm us.
External Anti-Fraud Resources:
Little Black Book of Scams
Microsoft Security Tips
Anti-Fraud Centre
Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Act
Market Conduct Code
Credit unions are unique institutions. Operating in Manitoba for over 80 years, Manitoba credit unions are financial cooperatives that are governed and financed differently as compared to banks. There are twice as many credit union locations in Manitoba as any other financial institution, and in many communities, a credit union is the only financial institution serving residents and small businesses. If you have a Credit Union account, you have a democratic say when it comes to policy and decision-making. By voting for your Credit Union’s
Board of Directors — or running yourself — you help guide your Credit Union on its path. All decisions, big and small, are made right here in Manitoba communities.
Board of Directors — or running yourself — you help guide your Credit Union on its path. All decisions, big and small, are made right here in Manitoba communities.
Privacy
Protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal and financial information is a top priority for Access Credit Union. While the internet provides convenient access to financial services from your home or office — we also recognize that it may bring legitimate concerns about privacy and security.
Our full Access Credit Union Privacy Policy is available by contacting us. To learn more about your privacy and the technology used to keep your information safe and secure, please refer to our Internet Privacy Statement.
Anti-Fraud Resources
Protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud by familiarizing yourself with tools and resources available from organizations around Canada that can help you avoid common frauds, scams, and security concerns. It's important in our ever-increasing digital world to understand how technology can both help and harm us.
External Anti-Fraud Resources:
Little Black Book of Scams
Microsoft Security Tips
Anti-Fraud Centre
Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Act
Market Conduct Code
Credit unions are unique institutions. Operating in Manitoba for over 80 years, Manitoba credit unions are financial cooperatives that are governed and financed differently as compared to banks. There are twice as many credit union locations in Manitoba as any other financial institution, and in many communities, a credit union is the only financial institution serving residents and small businesses. If you have a Credit Union account, you have a democratic say when it comes to policy and decision-making. By voting for your Credit Union’s
Board of Directors — or running yourself — you help guide your Credit Union on its path. All decisions, big and small, are made right here in Manitoba communities.
Board of Directors — or running yourself — you help guide your Credit Union on its path. All decisions, big and small, are made right here in Manitoba communities.
Privacy
Protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal and financial information is a top priority for Access Credit Union. While the internet provides convenient access to financial services from your home or office — we also recognize that it may bring legitimate concerns about privacy and security.
Our full Access Credit Union Privacy Policy is available by contacting us. To learn more about your privacy and the technology used to keep your information safe and secure, please refer to our Internet Privacy Statement.