Reserve your seat for the 2026 Virtual Annual Meeting!
Join us for Assiniboine Credit Union’s Virtual Annual Meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required and closes at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Governance
As a member-owned financial institution, Assiniboine Credit Union (ACU) operates with the needs and interests of its members at the core of everything we do. Our cooperative model means that our members are more than customers—they are owners, with a voice in how ACU is governed.
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Our governance is led by a Board of Directors which is the legal body vested with the responsibility for establishing policies, guiding the credit union's strategic direction, and ensuring compliance with ACU’s by-laws and the provincial Credit Unions and Caisses Populaires Act (the Act).
At ACU, governance is more than oversight—it’s a reflection of our membership and the democratic principles we uphold. As a member, you have the opportunity to participate in elections, vote on important matters, and help shape the future of your credit union.
2026 Board of Directors
Call for Nominations
Board members play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our organization and make critical decisions that affect all members. If you are an eligible member interested in serving on the Board, visit the link below to learn more.
ACU's Board of Directors
ACU is governed by a 12-member Board of Directors. The Board plays an integral role in shaping the credit unions’ strategic direction and guides ACU to achieve its mission and vision. The Board provides important leadership and oversight as the credit union works to serve our members with excellence, delivering on our commitments to quality of service, competitive positioning, convenient solutions, commitment to urban, rural, agricultural, and Francophone communities, French language services, and a values-based approach to banking.
The Board understands the importance of ensuring its Board as a whole possesses the knowledge, skills, diversity of backgrounds and lived experiences to effectively steward and oversee the strategic direction of the organization.
Each director brings diverse expertise and a shared commitment to guiding Assiniboine Credit Union's strategic direction, upholding our values, and ensuring we serve the best interests of our members and communities.
Our Governing Policies and Committees
Solid governing policies are essential for effective and responsible management of the credit union. At ACU, we are guided by 25 governing policies, each designed to ensure accountability, fairness, and operational excellence. These policies are regularly reviewed to stay relevant and aligned with the needs of our members and communities.
Audit & Risk Committee
- Asset Liability Matching Policy
- Asset Securitization Policy
- Auditor Independence Policy
- Capital Adequacy & Sourcing Policy
- Compliance Risk Policy
- Credit Policy
- Derivatives Policy
- Detecting & Deterring Proceeds of Crime Policy
- Enterprise Risk Management Policy
- Foreign Exchange Risk Policy
- Liquidity Risk Policy
- Management Expenditure Authorities Policy
- Operational Risk Policy
- Outsourcing Risk Policy
Governance & Ethics Committee
- Anti-Spam Policy
- Code of Conduct & Business Ethics Policy
- Member Privacy Policy
- Member Service Policy
- French Language Services Policy
- Protected Reporting Policy
- Related Party Transactions Policy
- Communications Policy
- Values-Based Banking Policy
Human Resources Policy & Compensation Committee
- Compensation Philosophy Policy
- Employment Principles Policy
Board Committees
| Board Committee | Members |
|---|---|
| Audit & Risk | Darrel Nadeau (Chair), Jane Brown, Patrick Fortier, Priti Mehta-Shah, Alain Molgat |
| Governance & Ethics | Stéphane Dorge (Chair), Jim Abernathy, Don Johal, Crystal Laborero, Garnet McBurney |
| Human Resources Policy & Compensation | Jacqueline Keena (Chair), Don Johal, Crystal Laborero, Garnet McBurney |
| Nominating | Jeff Leclerc (Chair), Jane Brown, Jacqueline Keena, Darrel Nadeau |
Transparency and Accountability
At ACU, we are committed to keeping our members informed about our financial performance, risk management, and the positive impact we make in our communities. Explore our key reports to learn more about how we uphold our values and deliver on our mission.
These reports demonstrate ACU’s dedication to operating with integrity and transparency, ensuring the trust and confidence of our members.
Contact the board chair
The Board of Directors values open communication with members. If you have questions or feedback related to ACU’s governance, you can contact the Board Chair via email to boardchair@acu.ca