My time as a Youth Get It Intern
It’s been a big year for both Coast Capital Savings Credit Union and for the 2017-2018 Youth Get It Intern Team. As the Island Youth Get It Intern Leader, I…
Our branches are coming together to fundraise for Cops for Cancer
The impact of cancer on the life of a child and their family can be devastating. That’s why at Coast Capital Savings, we have been a proud supporter of the…
Coast Capital is a credit union. But what does that mean?
Back in the 1940s, it was difficult for people to get access to the banking services that they really needed. Credit unions came to the rescue of communities across…
Why we’re proud to be a Certified B Corp®
Coast Capital recently became a Certified B Corporation®, joining a growing movement of changemakers using business as a force for good. But what does that really mean? We sat down with…
Wallet-friendly summer activities in Metro Van
Looking for fun things to do this summer that don’t make your wallet cry? Well, you’re in luck. We’ve rounded up a list of some of our top summer event…
Let’s talk about youth homelessness.
At Coast Capital, we’re committed to empowering youth to succeed in life. One way we do this is by providing housing and support so homeless youth can gain the skills…
What to do with your used clothing.
The beginning of the year is the perfect time to purge, clean and organize. For me, cleaning starts with my closet. It’s time to pack away those bulky sweaters, warm coats…
One employee’s thoughts on volunteering.
At Coast Capital, we’re pretty passionate about volunteering. So passionate, in fact, that we give our employees paid time off to volunteer. As a purpose-driven organization, we understand that different…
Meet the 2018 Vancouver Island Youth Community Council
The Youth Community Councils empower young leaders to make investments in local youth initiatives. In 2017, the Youth Community Councils allocated $1.65 million in grants to 119 youth-serving organizations. But that’s only…