NOTICE:
Interested in helping shape the future of Valley Credit Union? The Nominations Committee invites members to apply for a position on our Board of Directors. Nomination packages are available at all branches, or you can request one by filling out our contact us form. Nomination period: February 14 – March 14, 2025.
Join Us and Make a Difference
At Valley Credit Union (Valley CU), we’re passionate about serving our community, and now you have the chance to be a part of our future. Every year, we hold elections for available Board of Directors positions, and we want you to be involved!
Interested in becoming a Director? Or want to nominate someone who would make a great fit?
The open positions and their terms for this year’s election will be listed on this page. To run for a position, you’ll need at least two sponsors who are members of Valley Credit Union.
How to Nominate:
To nominate yourself or someone else, submit a completed nomination package to your local Valley Credit Union branch or email the signed form to us here.
- Nominations Open: February 14, 2025
- Nominations Close: March 14, 2025
- Approved Candidate List Posted at Branches: March 21, 2025
- Voting Period: In-Branch
- Election Results: Announced at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 24, 2025
Board Selection
Valley Credit Union is a democratic financial institution that operates with the best interests of our members, community and environment in mind. You could play an integral role in shaping the future direction of this progressive, dynamic, and caring organization.
Who Can Become a Director?
To be eligible to run, you must:
- Be a Canadian citizen, 19 years or older, and a member of Valley Credit Union
- Meet specific requirements outlined in our by-laws
Some exclusions include:
- Employees or relatives of employees
- Undischarged bankrupts, auditors, or those not bondable
Who Can Vote?
Any member who is 19 or older and in good standing with a minimum share balance of $5.00 is eligible to vote*. Remember, each member gets one vote per question. We’re committed to making this process as transparent and democratic as possible.
*Share balance of not less than $5.00, the first name on the account or have full member status as of the date of the Annual General Meeting. The Credit Union Act 6.16 does not allow members to vote more than once per question or to vote by proxy. If a corporation or association is a member, the Credit Union shall recognize a natural person authorized to represent the corporation or association by a resolution of the directors of governing body of the corporation or association.
*Share balance of not less than $5.00, the first name on the account or have full member status as of the date of the Annual General Meeting. The Credit Union Act 6.16 does not allow members to vote more than once per question or to vote by proxy. If a corporation or association is a member, the Credit Union shall recognize a natural person authorized to represent the corporation or association by a resolution of the directors of governing body of the corporation or association.
Annual General Meeting
Our 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the Waterville Fire Hall, located at 1415 County Home Rd, Cambridge. Doors will open at 5:30 PM, with the official meeting starting at 6:00 PM.
Please RSVP if you plan to attend.
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Head Office Contact Information
Main Telephone Number: 902-538-4510 or Toll Free 1-866-990-4044
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Valley Credit Union Limited (Valley CU) is a member of the Nova Scotia Credit Union Deposit Insurance Corporation (CUDIC), which at $250,000, provides the highest deposit insurance protection in Nova Scotia, Canada. Mortgage License #3000173
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