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Beem Credit Union

Discover a brighter way to bank in BC with Beem.

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HQ: New Westminster, BC
604-419-8888

Overview

Beem Credit Union is a British Columbia credit union formed in January 2024 through the merger of Interior Savings and Gulf & Fraser, and expanded on January 1, 2025 when BlueShore Financial joined; it is one of the largest provincially regulated credit unions in Canada.

Founded
1939
Members
193,000
Assets
$17 billion
Branches
60

No-Fee Chequing Accounts

$0.00*
Verdict

Free*

To Qualify
  • Monthly usage cap

Specific thresholds vary by credit union. Visit Beem Credit Union's website for current requirements.

Current Rates

Verified (Official Source)· Last checked Jul 2, 2026 (12d ago)
High Interest Savings0.70%up to
1-Year GIC3.00%
3-Year GIC3.20%
5-Year Fixed Mortgage4.39%

GIC Rate Ladder

TermRate
1-Year GIC3.00%
3-Year GIC3.20%
5-Year GIC3.35%
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Pros

  • • Unlimited deposit insurance through CUDIC, no per-account dollar cap
  • • No-fee chequing available under a monthly transaction cap
  • • Solid digital banking with mobile app, online banking, and Interac e-Transfer

Cons

  • • Fewer specialized financial products and international banking services than other institutions

Best For

Residents of BC looking for a local banking alternativeMembers 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:

British Columbia residents

Open to residents of British Columbia. Membership requires purchase of a membership share.

Membership Share (Fee)$5 share purchase

Deposit Protection

Insuring Body

CUDIC

Coverage Limit

Unlimited

BC's Credit Union Deposit Insurance Corporation (CUDIC), administered by the BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA), provides unlimited protection on all eligible deposits.

Digital & Access

  • Mobile App
  • Online Banking
  • Interac e-Transfer
  • ATM Networkding free® ATM Network
  • Digital Ratinggood
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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