Credit Unio

North Shore a
sound fit with
Fraser Valley

NORTH Shore Credit
Union, Fraser Valley
Credit Union and
Delta Credit Union
have completed the ini-
tal due diligence phase
ofa potential merger of
the three institutions.
As a result of differences in
corporate culture, revealed
through preliminary research
and analysis, the credit unions
concluded that Fraser Valley
and North Shore represented
the best possible fir.

ue exploring the merger
option on their own.

“Our research found the
majority of our members sup-
port a merger if it reinforces
our core values of membe
ship, including friendly ser-
vice, community support and
knowledgeable staff,” said
John Charlesworth, president
and chief executive officer at
Fraser Valley Credit Union.

“For that reason, we will
continue to analyze the Strate
gic implications of a merger,”
he added.

Jane Milner, president and
CEG ar. North Shore Credit
Union, agreed. “Fraser Valley
and North Shore are commit-
ted to moving forward.
Current indications are that a
merger of Fraser Valley and
North Shore is a financially

“ Our research
found the majority
of our members
support a merger if
it reinforces...
friendly service,
community sapport
and knowledgable
staff. ”

— CEO John Chariesworth

viable option.”

Said Peter Podovinikoff,

Delta’s CEO: “Delta appreci-
ated being part of the due dili-
gence process. However, we
have made the decision that
this is not the right move for

‘us at this time.”

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This year, the merchants of Park & Tilford Centre give you
the opportunity to make your Christmas wishes come true.
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merchandise and service of your choice from our
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A visit to Park & Tilford Gardens
és a Christmas Tradition

Please help the
: hungry in our community
this Christmas. Donations of
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needed.

THE GREATER:
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7: 311 East 6th Ave.
_ Vancouver, B.C.
V5T 139
Tel: 876-3601

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For further information 984-8200

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