Year: 2019

SCAM ALERT – Tax Back Claim

We have been alerted by a member who was called from a Waterford phone number about a SCAM. The caller informed them that they were due tax back and could they have their credit union account details. Please be vigilant and inform any potentially vulnerable friends or relatives that this is a complete SCAM & […]

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Christmas Opening Hours for each branch

All branches of St. Canice’s Credit Union will be closed between Tuesday 24th – Friday 27th December 2019. On Saturday 28th December our Callan branch will open as usual between 9.30am – 1pm & our High Street & MacDonagh Junction branches in Kilkenny will both be open between 9.45am – 4pm. Monday 30th December; normal […]

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Annual General Meeting 2019

The Annual General Meeting of St. Canice’s Credit Union will be held on Tuesday 10th December 2019 in Hotel Kilkenny, College Road, Kilkenny at 7.30pm. All members are welcome to attend.

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway

It’s that time of year again, when we have extra prizes for members who are in the Monthly Prize Draw. Every day from 1st to 12th December , 2 lucky winners will each win a €1,000 cash prize, just in time for Christmas. Winners will be posted on our Facebook page first thing every morning. […]

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CashBack for Borrowers

Do you have a loan with us? If so, once passed at the AGM on 10th December, you will get Loan CashBack into your account on Wednesday 11th December. This is a nice Thank you reward for borrowing with us, just in time for Christmas. Avoid the queue and apply for a Debit Card today […]

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Protect Your Debit Card from Fraud

With Black Friday tomorrow and Christmas fast approaching millions of shoppers will be hunting for online ‘bargains’ during the sales event so here are some Top Tips on how to protect Debit Cards. People have multiple situations to make themselves vulnerable e.g. when taking out cash at an ATM or when purchasing online – taking […]

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Credit Union Art Competition 2019 – The Results

We were delighted with the number of entries we received in every category in this year’s Credit Union Art Competition, themed ‘Walk of Life’.  The competition seeks to encourage young artists to draw or paint using pencil, charcoal, pen or ink, felt tip markers, crayon, pastel, water colours, gouache, acrylics, oils, poster colour or collage.  […]

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Current Account & Debit Card Now Available

Today (Thursday 17th October) on International Credit Union Day, a number of credit unions across Ireland, announced the introduction of a new full-service Current Account. The new Current Account includes the globally accepted Mastercard Debit Card with Contactless Payments, Standing Orders, Direct Debits, and the option of an Overdraft facility. St. Canice’s Credit Union is […]

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St. Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling Championship Semi Final Match Report

  James Stephens, nine time champions, secured their place in the St. Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling final in two weeks’ time when they beat Erin’s Own 1-15 to 2-9 in a hard fought semi final in Nowlan Park on Sunday.  A magic goal by Luke Scanlon in the 44th minute, just after Erin’s Own […]

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Win a set of Rugby Jerseys

This is a promotion campaign by St.      Canice’s Credit Union for its members only. Competition is posted from Wednesday 11th September to 6pm on Tuesday 17th September 2019. 1 Winner will be chosen from Facebook or Instagram. A draw for which social platform will be completed. All correct entries from social media posts […]

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Important Notice ATM Card Holders

Some of our members are currently having difficulty making withdrawals with their ATM card.  We are working to fix this issue and will post an update as soon as the problem is resolved.  We apologise for any inconvenience this is causing.   6th September 2019 4.36pm

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Job Opportunities

St. Canice’s Credit Union is looking for Tellers/Office Assistants for a 6 month contract (may be extended). Successful applicants will be on the front line of service provision and will be responsible for carrying out a range of operational activities.  Excellent Customer Service skills and attention to detail is a must in this role. Click […]

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ILCU survey finds increase in 3rd level students skipping lectures in favour of work

New, national ILCU research shows that more students are under financial pressure. A quarter (24%) say finance/debt is their biggest worry. Almost three quarters (74%) say they have to work during the college term to cope with costs. The survey was carried out by iReach Insights in April 2019. 445 third level students were surveyed. […]

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How to Live Like a King (or Queen) on a Student Budget

It might be a few years (just a handful) since we were budgeting like students, but what we may lack in youth we make up for in experience. So read on for the low-down on making the very most of a student budget. Things may have changed since we last darkened the door of a […]

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Colouring Competition

To celebrate our support of the Kilkenny Arts Festival 2019, we have a Children’s Colouring Competition in all our branches from the 6th to 18th August.  Pick up a colouring-in sheet in your local branch or download it from here and return by close of business 17.00 on Monday 19th August, to be in with […]

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SUPER SEPTEMBER!

MEMBERS’ MONTHLY PRIZE DRAW – SUPER SEPTEMBER GIVEAWAY! Our Members’ Monthly Prize Draw is a great perk for St. Canice’s Credit Union members. It offers an exciting opportunity to win a fabulous new car and €5,000 in cash every month, together with other great prizes, all for just €42 per year. THE GOOD NEWS IS… […]

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ILCU survey shows marked increase in numbers struggling with Back to School costs

78% of parents finding Back to School spend a financial burden, a substantial 11% increase on last year One third forced to deny their children certain school items because they cannot afford them Parents now spending €1,399 per secondary school children – up €20 on last year At primary school level, parents have reduced spending […]

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