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March 10, 2021
Valley First donation sparks collaboration in support of the Lumby Library
LUMBY, B.C. – Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union recently announced a $25,000 donation to the Lumby Library to support the creation of a new technology centre… Continue Reading
October 22, 2020
Simple actions can help prevent cybercrime, shares cybersecurity expert
PENTICTON, B.C. – With many Canadians spending more time online due to social distancing measures of the COVID-19 pandemic, cybercrime is on the rise in Canada. Even before the pandemic,… Continue Reading
October 15, 2020
Valley First raises over $2,800 for food banks while supporting local business
PENTICTON, B.C. – Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union has donated $2,810 to food banks throughout the Okanagan, Similkameen and Thompson valleys following a two-month pilot program,… Continue Reading
July 8, 2020
Valley First grants $112,400 to local charities, adding to historic year of giving through the First West Foundation
PENTICTON, B.C. - The First West Foundation, through its Valley First Community Endowment, is granting $112,400 this year— a total of 12 grants— to deserving charities across the Okanagan, Similkameen… Continue Reading
June 23, 2020
Kelowna resident recognized with national award
KELOWNA, B.C. – Garrett Jones, Regional Manager of Business Banking with Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union, was recently recognized with a Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA)… Continue Reading
May 21, 2020
Valley First and the First West Foundation launch $600,000 community response fund to help local charities in need
PENTICTON, B.C. - The charitable sector is facing a considerable challenge. COVID-19 has increased the demand on services that support our community’s most vulnerable—and decreased non-profit resources to provide these… Continue Reading
December 17, 2019
First West Credit Union unveils a new digital banking experience across its regional brands for all retail banking members
PENTICTON, B.C. – First West Credit Union today announces that a new digital banking experience is now available for its retail banking members across all its regional divisions. Following on… Continue Reading