Why Building an Emergency Fund is more Important now than Ever

Have you considered how you’d handle a financial emergency? Whether you’ve faced unexpected expenses or are simply planning ahead, this safety net helps you navigate life’s surprises without derailing your finances.

Carrie Pascoal, Manager, Sales & Service, explores what an Emergency Fund is, why it matters, and shares practical tips to help you start building yours.

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Looking Back on April

Spring has blossomed, and so has event season! WFCU and its divisions were proud to support the following events, programs, and scholarships in April, among many others. Join us in reflecting on the incredible achievements in our community.

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Oak Bridge Academy: Autism Awareness Walk-A-Thon (Cambridge)

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Magnus Theatre: Jesus Christ Superstar (Thunder Bay)

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Kingston Home and Garden Expo (Kingston)

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London Health Sciences Foundation: Community Event Fundraisers Appreciation Reception (London)

Essex Region Conservation Authority: ENWIN Earth Day Community Tree Planting (Windsor-Essex)

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WFCU John Atkinson Memorial Scholarship (Windsor-Essex)

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Who will Bee the Champion?

With the Scripps National Spelling Bee only a few weeks away, our regional champions are hard at work preparing to spell their hearts out on the main stage. We are incredibly proud of Isaac and Arshan for their hard work and dedication, especially at such a young age.

As part of the Credit Union’s community engagement program, the WFCU Scripps Spelling Bee Regional Final promotes literacy and language arts in an engaging way. It also aligns with the Credit Union’s mission to support organizations that contribute to community well-being, with particular emphasis on youth, education, and health.

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