Alterna Savings

Everyday banking, home buying, credit solutions, investments, insurance Alterna provides a full suite of best-in-class financial products to address your needs. Need advice? Schedule a conversation with an advisor: bit.ly/3gzE7TI

One year ago, the WHO declared a pandemic. Since then, the resilience of our members and employees has been truly incredible. Thank you for trying new ways of banking with us, and know that we are always here for you! www.alterna.ca/HereToHelp #AlternaHere2Help

Alterna Savings is a proud supporter of Enactus Canada as they showcase #NextGenLeaders at #EnactusRegionals. Learn more at http://regionals.enactus.ca/

Celebrate International Women's Day with our Community Impact team and the community leaders as we do a deep dive to unpack the role patriarchy plays in the lives of women and female-identifying entrepreneurs. Join our FREE panel discussion tomorrow. Together, we will help women address barriers, find support, and provide resources and tools from Alterna and our partners to support women entrepreneurs' endeavors. Register: bit.ly/3c8yWcU... #ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021 #AlternaImpact

Proud to support this great entrepreneurial program iNSPRIRE. Learn more: https://isisters.org/

Meet Robert Kazan, Investment Advisor. Whether you’re looking for advice on how to retire comfortably or get assistance setting up your estate, Alterna’s Investment Advisor Robert can help get you there. Through a six-step financial planning process, Robert supports members in achieving their personal and financial goals. By taking all elements of a member’s financial situation into consideration, Robert develops highly customized plans that are tailored to the member’s need...s and future aspirations. Robert specializes in working with pre-retirees, retirees and small business owners. Schedule a one-on-one meeting with Robert: bit.ly/3dUNaNl #AlternaWealth

Take advantage of Alterna’s cash reward when you open a chequing account. Get up to $325* on select banking packages. bit.ly/33Z6Zj7 *Conditions apply

As mortgage rates are at historic lows, refinancing can potentially save you a lot of money per year. Get personalized advice at no cost from an Alterna Savings mortgage specialist: bit.ly/3p1OjJO #UnScaryMortgage

Today, Member Savings Credit Union announced that their members have voted overwhelmingly in support of the merger with Alterna Savings and Credit Union. We are so excited about the opportunity to grow together! Learn more: bit.ly/38SXqHh #TheGoodInBanking

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday upcoming, remember to use our Save the Change program to save small amounts of change on every debit card purchase and watch your savings grow! Learn more: bit.ly/2AJEGeu

With an emergency fund you can avoid taking on more debt when something unexpected happens. Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) has tips and tools to help you build a financial safety net: bit.ly/3kyZmad #FLM2020

Free-spirited and self-taught perfumer, Chaïna Fidahoussen, who lost her job due to the COVID-19 pandemic, had been looking to start her own business. Inspired by the island of Madagascar, her native country, and one of the largest sourcing countries for the perfume industries, Chaïna decided to create a journey for fragrance and nature lovers. The Alterna Community Impact Team offered Chaïna solutions for loan payments and provided her the financial literacy information and mentoring she needed as an entrepreneur. Chaïna’s company, Maison de parfums Moramora Store, is launching soon but you can support this local business and pre-order goods now.

Refinancing your home is a great opportunity to access funds (equity) at a typically lower interest rate than a traditional loan. Here are more reasons to refinance: bit.ly/2UvfM8T #UnScaryMortgage

The most anticipated shopping day of the year is right around the corner. Here’s what you need to know to ensure you’re making wise buying decisions this #BlackFriday: 1 Create a list of things you intend to purchase 2 Use a price-comparison engine such as Google Shopping 3 Earn cash rewards for everyday purchases with Alterna Collabria Cash Back Visa... 4 Limit the number of credit cards you use to safeguard yourself against any potential identity theft. #blackfridaytips

Looking for informative webinars for entrepreneurs? Here is the list of free webinars happening this month: bit.ly/2GJyC8k

Investing can be intimidating for those just getting started, but our partner Qtrade Investor is making it easier than ever for young adults aged 18 to 30. Invest confidently with Qtrade Investor’s new offer: bit.ly/2Ho9zZq

Happy Thanksgiving from the #AlternaTeam! We're grateful for our members, our amazing local communities and all the frontline workers keeping us safe during this challenging year!

Despite the challenging times, students across the globe continue to strive for academic excellence. We are proud to support hard-working and dedicated students at Enactus Canada, York University, uOttawa, Ryerson University, Carleton University (Official), Sprott School of Business at Carleton University. Happy International Students’ Day

#DYK? Canadian retail businesses can reach new customers for FREE with a two-months subscription to Kijiji My Business. Do not miss the opportunity to advertise your products to millions of shoppers on Kijiji. bit.ly/3kYAlWu

Learn how to create a successful online venture at our upcoming Get Your Stuff on Shopify webinar. Where should you spend your time and money? What areas should you focus on for the most success? We will answer all your questions. Register today: bit.ly/2HHVXIh

Happy long weekend! Please note that all branches will be closed on Monday, October 12 for the Thanksgiving holiday. You can still do your banking online, through our mobile app or ATMs during that time. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday. bit.ly/2TPyYOJ

Canada Post Free Shipping Tuesdays Returns! Small businesses can send one free parcel within Canada every Tuesday all October-long. What a great way to celebrate Small Business month! Details: bit.ly/3kYAlWu

Your credit score can impact your ability to borrow money for your business. The key factors for making a decision about your credit are: How you pay your bills The amount of money you owe and the amount of available credit Length of credit history The type of credit you’re using... New credit applications Want to check your credit score? Get in touch with Equifax Canada and TransUnion Canada. See more

Celebrate Small Business Month by committing to shopping small and local through the month of October. Here is a list of small businesses (who happen to be Alterna members) where you can purchase amazing products or get exceptional services: bit.ly/34o5VX2

Join our Free Webinar: Get Your Stuff on #Shopify. In this webinar, Shopify expert, Dionne Baker, will share some sure-fire success secrets using Shopify. Register today: bit.ly/2HHVXIh

Shopping for Thanksgiving dinner? Pay it safe! There is no need to touch payment terminals anymore. With Apple Pay, you can make purchases in a safer way. It is even easier than using your physical card! Try today, add your Alterna Savings Collabria VISA to your digital wallet. bit.ly/2Vunyjn

A structured plan can facilitate business success. Laura M. Johnston, the founder of LM Johnston Consulting is notorious for helping entrepreneurs successfully map out new businesses. Laura’s consulting services focus on strategic and business planning, marketing, brand development, and project management. Like many other businesses, the impact of COVID-19 was felt by LM Johnston Consulting. The Alterna Community Impact Team was happy to support Laura and her business during these challenging times. As a result, Laura managed to successfully pivot and now the company is assisting clients with finding investors for their ventures. bit.ly/33yUeNO

Need to move money to your Alterna business account? Use Alterna’s Me-to-Me feature to transfer funds between your Alterna account and another Canadian financial institution. It’s easy and secure. bit.ly/32k1Kui