Community in view

At Vision, we don’t see branch locations and target markets, we see our hometowns. We’re rooted in our communities and we know they have so much to offer. In this blog, we’re going to provide financial tips, of course, but we’ll also share stories about people, businesses and places in our communities and celebrate what makes this wonderful corner of the world feel like home. 

Recent Stories

An archival photo of the Wetakiwin Water Tower.
July 13, 2026
Discover the story of Canada's oldest working water tower in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, and how the community fought to save it from demolition.
Two children play together on a lawn in front of a large house
June 24, 2026
Is your mortgage up for renewal? Now's the time to consider refinancing, too! Learn the difference and find the right solution for your budget and future plans.
An Alberta rancher family standing in a creek
June 17, 2026
Meet the family behind One Mile Ranch near Pincher Creek, bringing locally raised beef and pork directly from the ranch to Alberta families.
A young woman reading finance documents.
June 16, 2026
Learn the key differences between student loans and student lines of credit and how each can help fund your post-secondary education.
A lookout bench is located on the trails maintained by the Wainwright Wildlife Society.
June 4, 2026
For nearly 40 years, the Wainwright Wildlife Society has been helping people connect with wildlife and the natural landscapes that surround them through tours, school programs, events, projects and more.
Young couple applying for a mortgage.
May 27, 2026
In rural Alberta, choosing a home often means weighing more than mortgage rates, square footage or commute times. At Vision, we know that local understanding matters because it’s only good financial advice if it fits the place you live.

Community Visionaries

A lookout bench is located on the trails maintained by the Wainwright Wildlife Society.
June 4, 2026
For nearly 40 years, the Wainwright Wildlife Society has been helping people connect with wildlife and the natural landscapes that surround them through tours, school programs, events, projects and more.
The Kinette Club of Stettler.
August 26, 2025
A mix of fun and purpose has defined the Kinette Club of Stettler for more than 70 years. Chartered in 1950, the club began as the sister organization to the Stettler Kinsmen Club and has since grown into a dynamic organization committed to service, leadership and fellowship in the community.
Camille Scheible, Director of The MAN VAN®, stands in front of two MAN VAN mobile clinics.
June 10, 2025
You can’t miss this blue vehicle driving down the street — the bold lettering, the unmistakable message and the simple truth that it’s here to help save lives. It’s called The MAN VAN®, a fully mobile men’s health clinic with a mission that’s changing the way Albertan men access care.

Friendly Faces of Vision

Ariel Haubrich, Vision board member and community leader in Wainwright.
March 4, 2026
This International Women’s Day, meet Ariel Haubrich – a Wainwright leader, business owner and Vision Credit Union board member dedicated to building community.
Luisa Davidse, Senior MSR at Vision Credit Union's Camrose West End branch.
January 30, 2026
Meet Luisa, Senior Member Services Representative at Vision's Camrose West End branch. Learn about her journey to financial services and how she's built a 14-year career on trust and familiar faces in Camrose.
Austyn Fowler standing on a farm in Viking, Alberta
September 19, 2025
Meet Austyn, branch manager of Vision’s Viking branch. He grew up farming alongside his dad and brother on the land that’s been in his family since 1927. Learn about Austyn’s journey from full-time farming to financial services at Vision, where he’s found not just a career, but a community in Viking.

Proudly Local Businesses

An Alberta rancher family standing in a creek
June 17, 2026
Meet the family behind One Mile Ranch near Pincher Creek, bringing locally raised beef and pork directly from the ranch to Alberta families.
Finnegan, Jane and Paul’s dog, sits in front of their store, Paw.PET.ual Friends in Falher
March 11, 2026
Jane and Paul, animal lovers and business owners, are building a welcoming pet supply shop in Falher that offers quality products, grooming services and local honey.
Bjorn and Allison Anderson outside of their butcher shop, Bear Butchering.
October 23, 2025
For many Alberta hunters, hunting is about tradition, pride, and the connection between land and table. That’s what Bear Butchering, a family-owned butcher shop near Pincher Creek, believes in, too.

Stories of Alberta

An archival photo of the Wetakiwin Water Tower.
July 13, 2026
Discover the story of Canada's oldest working water tower in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, and how the community fought to save it from demolition.
The Wainwright Memorial Clock Tower was built 100 years ago in 1925
September 8, 2025
Rising up in the middle of Main Street, the Wainwright Memorial Clock Tower has been standing tall for 100 years, watching over the town and the heart of the community.
A photo of the front entry of The Bailey Theatre in Camrose, Alberta.
April 16, 2025
Nestled among the historic brick storefronts and bustling local businesses on Camrose’s main street stands a theatre unlike any other. With its iconic Art Deco façade and intimate charm, The Bailey Theatre has been part of the Camrose story since 1911 and is the oldest theatre in western Canada today.

Financial Literacy

Two children play together on a lawn in front of a large house
June 24, 2026
Is your mortgage up for renewal? Now's the time to consider refinancing, too! Learn the difference and find the right solution for your budget and future plans.
A young woman reading finance documents.
June 16, 2026
Learn the key differences between student loans and student lines of credit and how each can help fund your post-secondary education.
Young couple applying for a mortgage.
May 27, 2026
In rural Alberta, choosing a home often means weighing more than mortgage rates, square footage or commute times. At Vision, we know that local understanding matters because it’s only good financial advice if it fits the place you live.

Press Releases

May 25, 2026
Vision Credit Union is proud to announce a renewed commitment to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation, pledging $200,000 over five years.
March 20, 2026
44 rural community organizations receive grants totalling more than $250,000 to support capital projects across Alberta
July 28, 2025
Vision Credit Union Ltd. is now part of the Credit Union Dealer Finance Program, managed by CU Dealer Finance Corporation (CUDF).

Products & Services

July 28, 2025
Vision Credit Union Ltd. is now part of the Credit Union Dealer Finance Program, managed by CU Dealer Finance Corporation (CUDF).
Happy family outside their home.
June 4, 2025
More than 1.2 million Canadians are renewing their mortgages in 2025 — and if you're one of them, you're not alone in feeling a little uncertain. But here's the thing: a little knowledge (and the right lender) can go a long way in easing the stress.

Community Events

Alberta ult
August 26, 2025
Alberta Culture Days is all about celebrating what makes our province shine – arts, heritage, diversity and community spirit. Here's a look at what's happening in Vision's communities in September.