Our Stories
At CUA, we celebrate saying “yes”. We’re on a mission to help people achieve what matters most, no matter where they are in life. Your goals are the only goals. Whether it’s buying a home, eliminating debt, starting a business or doing more with the money you already have, CUA takes pride in finding a way forward. If you’re thinking about a new banking option, look no further. And if you’re a current CUA member, share your story by emailing mystory@cua.com or using #MyCUAstory on social media.
Don't take it from us. Hear it from those we serve.
Meet Mark
In 2022, Halifax Surf School received $4,500 from CUA's Community Investment Grant Program to increase available cold-water rental inventory and expand their rental season.
Meet Noah
When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted his university experience, CUA member Noah saw an opportunity to pursue an entrepreneurship venture of his own with Oakhill Outdoor.
Meet Mike
For over 20 years, business owner and franchisee Mike Donald has been serving happiness to others with Dairy Queen's frozen treats. Having CUA by his side has made a big difference.
Meet Jake
Since moving to Nova Scotia from Lebanon in 1985, Jake Tohme has owned mutiple businesses throughout the HRM, from pizza shops to his current floral shop.
Meet Dawn and Ryan
In 2022, Breaking Circus received a $7,500 grant to integrate a 'mât chinois' into their interactive and immersive circus experiences.
Meet Sam
With help from CUA's Small Business Loan Guarantee Program, Sam was able to open Kids Physio, a physiotherapy clinic that's just for kids.
Meet Tia
Since launching in 2020, the objective of Blk Women in Excellence has been to educate, encourage and inspire Black women entrepreneurs.
Meet Brittany and Hamzeh
For local spin studio Just Cycle, breaking down barriers and making spin inclusive to all is the key to their success.
Meet Spencer House Senior Centre
Through CUA's Community Investment Grant Program the Garden Club formed, meeting weekly to grow vegetables and build connections.
Meet Chelsey
2022 Community Investment Grant recipient Hive to Home hopes to change consumer waste habits with beeswax wraps, a reusable alternative to single-use items like plastic wrap.
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Meet New Scotland Brewing Co.
Discover how the New Scotland Brewing partnership formed and their experience banking with CUA as small business.
Meet Julie
Meet Rebecca
By banking with CUA, Rebecca was able to focus on her beautiful designs and growing her business, Paper Chain Stationery.
Meet John
Meet Lindsay
When she was starting the Floatation Centre, Lindsay was looking for a banking partner that believed in her vision.
Meet Paul
With a small business loan from CUA, Paul was able to grow his detailing business and gain recognition around the world.
Meet Le Bistro by Liz
Liz Ingram-Chambers revived Le Bistro in 2011. Working with CUA, she secured financing to purchase kitchen equipment and open on schedule.
Meet Jason
Combining his passion for scuba diving with his knowledge of business, Jason Weickert has found success for Torpedo Rays through developing personal connections.
Meet Dennis and Melissa
Dennis and Melissa Mbeba have found success together in their business and in their life as a family.
Meet Abady
Abady Alzahrani started dancing in his early 20s. That soon led him to follow his passion for dance and open House of Eights Dance Studio in 2019.
Meet Terrilee
Terrilee Bulger has worked in the book industry since she was 15. She now owns Nimbus Publishing, the largest English-language publisher and book distributor east of Toronto.
Meet North Brewing
With a shared purpose and values, North Brewing knew CUA would help foster and grow that community and be more than a financial partner.
Meet Maher
For over 20 years, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Camp Resort has been many Nova Scotian families' favourite campground.
Meet Matthew MacKenzie
MacKenzie Atlantic transformed from one man and his machine, to one of the largest manufacturing & CNC machine shops in Atlantic Canada.
Meet Justin and Scott
After operating Evergreen Electric for five years, electricians Justin and Scott were ready to grow their business.
Meet Seagull Cabinets
Even though they knew they had a winning idea, Seagull Cabinets had a hard time convincing the big banks. CUA saw their vision.
Meet Dan
Dan has built a company that is gaining momentum and winning awards. But building a growing company requires leaning on partners like CUA.
Meet Darrell
With help from CUA, Darrell was able to start a business that helped him spend more time with family and happily serve ice cream.
Meet Hana
Hana Nelson observed consumers having trouble finding access to fresh, sustainable seafood. With help from CUA, she did something about it.
Meet Ambroise
Ambroise moved to Halifax over 40 years ago and dreamed of owning a home by the time he turned 50. With CUA, he achieved that dream.
Meet Ray and David
"We just needed a bank account and a debit machine, but we kept hearing 'no' until we went to CUA. CUA stepped up when we needed them."
Meet Craig
Over 30 years ago, a business was born from a passion to serve the community. Today, Craig Walker proudly carries on his family legacy.
Meet Emma and Marc
It didn’t take long before Emma and Marc said goodbye to roommates, packed up their belongings and moved to an apartment on a mission.
Meet the Odufuyes
Paul and Blessing and their three sons moved to Canada and set their sights on finding a place to call home. CUA found a way to say ‘yes’.
Meet Lawrence
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CUA delivers a “wow” banking experience to over 20,000 customers online and in-person at our branch locations in Halifax, Dartmouth, Cole Harbour, Tantallon and Spryfield. Learn more about CUA or click on the icons below for more information about our products and services. Would you rather to speak to someone directly? Give us a call at 902.492.6500. A member of our team would be happy to help.
