Ontario’s newest financial institution, Alterna Savings, has officially opened its doors in 24 branches right across Ontario. Formed by the merger of Metro Credit Union and CS CO-OP, Alterna Savings is now the third largest credit union in Ontario.

“The name Alterna Savings conveys our mandate, which is to be the preferred alternative when people and businesses are looking for a financial services provider,” said Gary Seveny, president and CEO of Alterna Savings.

Alterna Savings, with approximately $1.8 billion in assets, serves its approximately 190,000 members through 24 branches and 84 ABM locations stretching from Toronto to Ottawa, including Kingston, Pembroke and North Bay.