"Our new Timberlea branch is designed to meet the increasing demand for both business and personal financial services in Fort McMurray," said Garth Warner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Servus Credit Union. "It also provides another link in our province-wide network of 100 locations for the very mobile citizens of this city."

Servus Credit Union opened its first Fort McMurray branch in 1999, providing the people of the city with a financial services alternative that many responded to. "Servus Credit Union offers numerous benefits, including profit sharing and a 100% guarantee on deposits and interest," stated Mr. Warner. "Combined with our exceptional personal service, competitive rates and our re-investment in the communities where we operate, we offer a winning formula."

Servus Credit Union marked the opening of the new Timberlea branch, located at 295 Powder Drive, on April 29, 2009 with cash giveaways and $1000 donation to The HUB Family Resource Center.

"The HUB Family Centre focuses on early intervention and positive parenting to develop stronger individuals, families and communities," explained Mr. Warner. "This aligns well with the values of Servus Credit Union, as we strive to build stronger Alberta communities."

The Timberlea branch is located at 295 Powder Drive. Branch Manager Nathan Paskewich and his team of financial experts offer a full range of services including safety deposit boxes and a drive through ATM. Hours of operation are 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday and 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday.

About Servus Credit Union Ltd.
Servus Credit Union is a full service member-owned financial institution serving more than 400,000 members through a network of 100 locations in 63 Alberta communities. Through the November 1, 2008 amalgamation with Common Wealth Credit Union and Community Savings, Servus has $9.5 billion in assets, making it the largest credit union in Alberta and the third largest in Canada. The amalgamation created the first province-wide credit union in the country. The credit union provides a complete line of banking services, including registered accounts, financing, investments, insurance, commercial banking, 24-hour on-line and telephone banking. Servus Credit Union member-owner deposits including accrued interest are 100% guaranteed by the Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation. Operations are managed through the Edmonton head office with regional offices in Lloydminster and Red Deer.