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Member Notices

February 8, 2023

Our chatbot, Navi, is headed back to school! 

When Navi returns, they’ll have new features and knowledge to serve to you better. Until then, here’s a list of quick links to some of our frequently asked questions.

  • Looking for banking information for direct deposit or preauthorized payments, click here.
  • Contact Kootenay Savings – Our phone number is 1.800.665.5728.
  • Current Promotion – 18-month term deposit special with a special rate of 5.05%, in the latest news.
  • How to use Interac e-Transfer – Check out this video.
  • How to send an e-transfer – Check out this video.
  • Kootenay Savings branch hours – head to our Branches and ATMS page, click here.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Use the search function at the top right corner of the page, visit your local branch or call our Member Service Centre at 1.800.665.5728.

The TFSA annual contribution limit for 2023 is $6,500. 

The TFSA annual contribution limit is indexed to inflation and rounded to the nearest $500. On this basis, the annual contribution limit for 2023 is $6,500.

Year TFSA Limit
2023 $6,500
2022 $6,000
2021 $6,000
2020 $6,000
2019 $6,000
2018 $5,500
2017 $5,500
2016 $5,500
2015 $10,000
2014 $5,500
2013 $5,500
2012 $5,000
2011 $5,000
2010 $5,000
2009 $5,000

The total eligible contribution for the TFSA since this introduction in 2009 is $88,000.
Read the CRA notice for more information: 2023 TFSA dollar limit.

We heard you! We’ve been collecting feedback throughout the year and we’re happy to announce we’re adjusting our hours based on what members had to say. These hours are effective Tuesday, October 11.

Castlegar, Kimberley and Trail hours – Monday to Thursday 9:30am to 4:30pm, Friday 9:30am to 5:00pm

Fruitvale, Kaslo, New Denver, Salmo – Monday, Wednesday 9:30am to 4:30pm, Friday 9:30am to 5:00pm

Invermere, Nakusp, South Slocan – Tuesday to Thursday 9:30am to 4:30pm, Friday 9:30am to 5:00pm, Saturday 9:30am to 3:00pm

Radium – Monday 9:30am to 4:30pm and Friday 9:30am to 5:00pm

Member Service Centre – Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm PT and Saturday 8:00am to 3:00pm PT

Press Releases

September 22, 2022

Kootenay Savings Credit Union (KSCU) is very proud to take the lead on financing The Crescent at Red, a
102-residential unit building at the base of Red Mountain in Rossland, BC. This development has already made history, as it is the largest housing project ever in this region and will include studios, one bedrooms and lofts.

Learn more about this great collaboration here.
At Kootenay Savings Credit Union, we recognize we're only as strong as the members and communities we serve, which is why community investment is at the heart of all we do. One of the major ways we can make a meaningful differnce is through the work of the Kootenay Savings Community Foundation.

KS Community Foundation Awards Over $123,000 in Grants & Bursaries - PDF
As part of Selkirk College's upcoming Giving Day on Thursday, May 12, the Kootenay Savings Community Foundation is proud to announce a $10,000 contribution to Selkirk College to help boost student wellness and tackle inequality.

KS Community Foundation Provides Boost to Selkirk College Student Wellness - PDF

October 28, 2021

To celebrate International Credit Union Day last week, Kootenay Savings' employees distributed proceeds from the credit union's Care Wear program - $21,206 - to 25 different charities and non-profits.

KSCU Employees Share Over $21K with Local Charities - PDF