TORONTO (May 10, 2011) – Meridian, Ontario largest credit union, has raised nearly $10,000 in donations to help aid in relief efforts following the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan on March 11, 2011.
Meridian collected donations from its Members on behalf of the Ontario Credit Union Charitable Foundation’s (OCUCF) CanHelp program. Funds were collected from all Meridian branch locations from March 15, 2011 to April 30, 2011. All donations collected by the CanHelp program will be forwarded to the Canadian Red Cross.
In addition to the $4,760 collected in Member donations, Meridian has also provided a corporate donation of $5,000.
“I am continually impressed by the generosity and kindheartedness showcased by our Members,” said Sean Jackson, President and CEO, Meridian. “Meridian’s corporate donation along with the funds raised by our Members exemplifies the core values and spirit of the co-operative movement.”
While Meridian is no longer collecting donations on behalf of the CanHelp program, individuals interested in supporting the disaster relief efforts can do so by visiting www.redcross.ca.
About Meridian Credit Union
Meridian is Ontario’s largest credit union, serving more than 263,000 Members in communities across south central Ontario. With more than $8 billion in assets under administration and over 65 years of banking history, Meridian delivers a full range of financial services, solutions, and advice tailored to meet each Member’s individual needs, including access to The Exchange® Network with more than 2,400 no-fee ABMs in Canada. Membership in Meridian is open to anyone looking for a financial services provider with a local, community focus that offers a viable alternative to traditional banking options.
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For more information call:
Diane Medeiros
Manager, Media and Stakeholder Relations, Meridian
(416) 597- 4444, ext. 2667
