Our shared purpose and values make us who we are.

Our beginnings continue to uniquely shape how we operate today as we live out our commitment to mutual aid through the products we offer, the services we provide, and the partners we engage with. We welcome all Ontarians who share our values and purpose to join us in working to impact the world in amazing ways.

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You have a better choice for banking.

Financial decisions are not value-neutral. They can impact the world in amazing, positive ways. You have a better choice for banking—a place where your money can be a force for good and we call this Banking with Purpose.

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Employees

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Shared with members in 2025

Kindred’s leadership consists of three groups: the Board of Directors, a Senior Leadership Team, and the Council of Members. These teams work closely together to ensure the continuing success and sound governance of the credit union. The Board of Directors establishes Kindred’s strategic direction, monitors the overall strength and financial performance of the organization, as well as the satisfaction of members, and ensures that Kindred continues to be an engaging employer. Representing the best interests of the members, the Board works closely with the Senior Leadership Team and holds the organization accountable for its success. Guided by Kindred’s purpose, the Board applies prudent financial practices and business standards to fulfill its responsibilities to members.

The Council of Members is a committee of a minimum of eight member volunteers with representation from various Kindred branches. Each year the Council seeks volunteers for governance roles on the Board of Directors and ensures the Council of Members has a full complement. This approach to discerning qualified candidates has resulted in diverse and competent boards for Kindred, who have served the membership well and been excellent guardians of our values.

Year	Female	Male
2024	45%	55%
2023	45%	55%

Aylmer

Vacant
Elmira

Dennis Frey (chair),
Erla Bauman
Kitchener

Dan Driedger (vice-chair),
Brent Charette
Leamington

Vacant
Milverton

Vacant
Mount Forest

Miles Wiederkehr
New Hamburg

Dawna Whitehead
Waterloo

Kevin Dwarte

When you work at Kindred, you’ll be part of a values-centred organization committed to inspiring peaceful, just, and prosperous communities. We foster a respectful, compassionate, and inclusive work environment for all. As a learning organization committed to developing talent, we provide leadership support for professional growth in your job and career. You’ll have the chance to participate in the organization and share your voice. If you want to continually grow your skills and abilities, experience that your career has meaning and purpose, and become part of a community of people passionate about the work they do, Kindred is the place for you.

Social Impact Focus

Housing Stability at Kindred Credit Union

Housing Stability

Everyone deserves a safe, affordable, and stable place to live. Kindred partners with organizations addressing housing needs and preventing homelessness in our local communities. We see housing stability as a complex, critical issue where our financial expertise can make a real difference—particularly through timely, preventative interventions.

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Food Security

Everyone deserves a safe, affordable, and stable place to live. Kindred partners with organizations addressing housing needs and preventing homelessness in our local communities. We see housing stability as a complex, critical issue where our financial expertise can make a real difference—particularly through timely, preventative interventions.

Kindred Charitable Fund

The Kindred Charitable Fund has approved $168,637 in grants for 2026, and more than $1.7 million since 2001. A total of 209 groups have benefited from these grants, which have impacted people and communities across Ontario. Applications for the Kindred Charitable Fund are accepted every year between October 1 and October 31.

Find out more about the Kindred Charitable Fund and which congregations or charities are eligible to apply for a grant.

You’re invited to make tax-deductible donations to the Kindred Charitable Fund. Donations can be made by cheque, cash, or account transfer and are a great way to support local charities. Please make cheques payable to Abundance Canada and designate to the Kindred Charitable Fund. Tax receipts will be issued by Abundance Canada for the full amount of the donation. To make a donation, please contact us.

Microfinance in Developing Economies

Kindred Credit Union has maintained a long standing partnership with Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA), which currently includes a $500,000 invested loan in MEDA Risk Capital Fund. The objective of the fund is to support MEDA’s mission by investing in promising companies and private equity funds, which benefit poor communities while having a high likelihood of financial success. The fund has several investments in microfinance institutions and strategically supports the economic, environmental and governance development of communities in emerging and developing countries.

Real human advice, for wherever you’re starting

At Kindred, every member has access to real human advice when it comes to growing their savings and investments. Our Financial Planners take the time to listen, offer advice you can trust, and help you make confident decisions for your future, no matter where you’re starting from.

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You have a better choice for banking

Financial decisions are not values-neutral. They can impact the world in amazing, positive ways. You have a better choice for banking—a place where your money can be a force for good and we call this Banking with Purpose.

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