Meridian Credit Union

Ontario is facing a critical skilled trades shortage and a housing affordability challenge. Over 820,000 skilled workers are expected to retire in the next decade, creating a significant gap in the trades workforce. Meridian’s Reframe Program helps address these challenges by: 💠 Providing hands-on skilled trades training 💠 Offering financial confidence coaching 💠 Delivering wraparound supports for individuals facing economic barriers Through partnerships with Community Builders and Building Up, Reframe helps people like Summer gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the trades while supporting affordable housing development. The impact goes beyond jobs: ✔ Creates pathways to economic stability ✔ Provides construction firms with much-needed talent ✔ Reduces social assistance and justice system costs ✔ Contributes new tax revenue ✔ Accelerates housing projects across Ontario When communities thrive, we all thrive. Visit https://lnkd.in/gm34miBk to learn more about the Reframe program

We’re proud to launch Meridian’s Climate Preparedness Hub: a new resource designed to help our Members proactively protect their homes from flooding, wildfire, and extreme heat. This hub reflects our commitment to a cleaner, more equitable future and helps Canadians safeguard their homes, families, and futures against the growing risks of extreme weather. Learn how we’re helping Members achieve their best lives and prepare for climate-related challenges: https://lnkd.in/gB33MWgk

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Introducing OnYourWay by Meridian At Meridian, we believe banking should be different. More human, more empowering and more personal. That’s why we’re proud to launch OnYourWay, our new Member banking experience designed to support every step of your financial journey. Whether you're just starting out, buying your first home, launching a business, or planning for retirement, OnYourWay meets you where you are with the tools and advice to help you move forward. What makes OnYourWay different? 🔹Self-serve financial planning tools that put you in control 🔹AI-supported insights to help you make smarter decisions 🔹Learning resources that build financial confidence 🔹Personalized support from real advisors who care This isn’t just a new experience, it’s a promise. A promise that your financial wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g4SmiTkb

Meridian’s Small Business Big Impact Awards are back for their fifth year and nominations are officially open! We’re celebrating the entrepreneurs who are driving change across Ontario through innovation, environmental stewardship, inclusive hiring, and community leadership. This year, 15 businesses will each receive $10,000, with one grand prize winner earning an additional $50,000 through a province-wide vote. Know a small business making a difference? Visit meridiancu.ca/bigimpact to nominate them today