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Bay Credit Union Limited

Member-owned community credit union in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

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HQ: Thunder Bay, ON
807-345-8153

Overview

Bay Credit Union is a member-owned credit union in Thunder Bay, Ontario, founded in 1946 as the People's Co-operative Credit Union; it took the BAY name in 1975 and merged with Apple Community Credit Union in 2014.

Founded
1946
Members
4,500+
Assets
$90 million
Branches
2

No-Fee Chequing Accounts

$23.95/mo
Standard monthly fee

$23.95/mo

Standard monthly chequing fee. No free-tier option available at this credit union.

Other account options may be available. Visit Bay Credit Union Limited's website for full pricing.

Current Rates

Verified (Official Source)· Last checked Jul 2, 2026 (12d ago)
High Interest Savings0.01%up to
1-Year GIC2.50%
3-Year GIC2.89%
5-Year Fixed Mortgage4.59%

GIC Rate Ladder

TermRate
1-Year GIC2.50%
3-Year GIC2.89%
5-Year GIC3.00%
See detailed rate history per product

Pros

  • • Deposit insurance up to $250,000 per category through FSRA
  • • Solid digital banking with mobile app, online banking, and Interac e-Transfer
  • • Surcharge-free ATM access through THE EXCHANGE Network

Cons

  • • No no-fee chequing option, all chequing accounts carry a monthly fee
  • • Digital banking is functional but less polished than top-tier credit unions

Best For

Residents of ON looking for a local banking alternativeHomebuyers seeking competitive mortgage ratesMembers wanting full-service banking with investment options

Products & Accounts

Chequing
Savings
GICs
RRSP
TFSA
RRIF
Mortgages
Personal Loans
Credit Cards
Business
Investments
Insurance

Membership Eligibility

StatusRestricted
Requirements:

Ontario residents

Open to residents of Ontario. Membership requires purchase of a membership share.

Membership Share (Fee)$5 share purchase

Deposit Protection

Insuring Body

FSRA

Coverage Limit

Unlimited in registered accounts. $250,000 per category in non-registered.

Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) provides unlimited protection in registered accounts and up to $250,000 per category in non-registered accounts at Ontario credit unions.

Digital & Access

  • Mobile App
  • Online Banking
  • Interac e-Transfer
  • ATM NetworkTHE EXCHANGE Network
  • Digital Ratingfair
About This Data

Rate and eligibility data is gathered from official credit union websites and verified comparison sources. Always verify rates directly on the official website before making financial decisions.

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