Awards
We continuously strive for excellence in serving our members and improving the communities where we live. We continuously strive for excellence in serving our members and strengthening the communities where we live.
In living out our Mission as our Purpose, we create wellbeing and resilience for our members, employees, communities, and the environment.
Being recognized with these awards is a meaningful acknowledgment that we are making a real impact and staying true to our mission in everything we do.
Recognized for making a difference
Our work does not go unnoticed. We have received many awards and accolades that recognize of our success and achievements in fulfilling our triple-bottom-line of People, Planet and Prosperity.
- 2016-2025: Assiniboine named one of Manitoba's Top Employers
Recognized for fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace with strong employee benefits, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to community impact. - 2022: Assiniboine Credit Union recognized as a “Best For The World™” for exceptional impact on its community, customers, and governance.
Recognized for our outstanding commitment to positive social, environmental, and governance impacts that benefit both its members and the broader community. - 2021: Assiniboine Credit Union recognized as a “Best For The World™” B Corp for performance excellence beyond just profit
Recognized for our exceptional performance in balancing profit with a strong commitment to social, environmental, and governance impact. - 2020: National Credit Union Learning Excellence Award
Received award for designing and delivering a nationally recognized capacity building program for employees. - 2016, 2018: ACU awarded a Manitoba Start 2018 Legacy Award for Excellence
Recognized for excellence in supporting New Canadians with training and employment opportunities. - 2017: Cooperative Youth Leadership Award
Received award for empowering future leaders through Stingers Credit Union at Tec Voc High School, fostering financial literacy, collaboration and cooperative values among students. - 2016: ACU named one of Canada's Best Employers for New Canadians
Recognized for our commitment to inclusive hiring, career development, and support programs that help newcomers successfully integrate into the workforce.
- 2023: Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Spririt of Winnipeg Award (Environment and Energy)
- Received award for our leadership in sustainable finance, environmentally responsible operations, and commitment to reducing its ecological footprint.
- 2013-2023: ACU named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers
- Recognized for our commitment to environmental sustainability, including green building practiecs, sustainable finance initiatives and efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
- 2022: Gold Commuter Challenge
- Received award for our strong commitment to sustainable transportation, encouraging employees to choose eco-friendly commuting options like biking, walking, carpooling, and public transit.
- 2017: National Credit Union Social Responsibility Award
- Recognized for our leadership, programs, and impact on environmental sustainability.
- 2014: Assiniboine Credit Union receives Anne Lindsey Protecting Our Earth Award
Received award for our dedication to environmental sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices into our operations and community initiatives.
- 2019: ACU named 2019 Spirit of Winnipeg Winner
Recognized for our commitment to our communities as we build wellbeing and resilience for members, employees, communities, and the environment. - 2018: Spirit of Community Award – The MNPHA Spirit of Housing Awards
Received award for our leadership in working with community partners in addressing the homelessness and affordable housing challenges in our communities. - 2018: National marketing awards for Assiniboine Credit Union
- 2017: ACU named Top 3 in Canada in member service
Recognized for our commitment to exceptional, people-first banking that prioritizes member needs and financial well-being. - 2017: PMI Project of the Year Award
- 2017: Manitoba Co-op Association Youth Leadership Award
Received award for empowering young leaders through financial education and cooperative values, exemplified by initiatives like Stingers Credit Union at Tec Voc High School. - 2016: Assiniboine receives National Community Economic Development Award
Received award for our success in providing financial services in Winnipeg’s North End, a community abandoned by other institutions. - 2015: National Credit Union Social Responsibility Award
Received award for our financial empowerment work in partnership with SEED Winnipeg providing financial access, asset building, and financial literacy programs.