Happy Birthday to Us!
Celebrating 75 years in Cranbrook!
Our branches aren’t just places to bank—they’re local meeting points, familiar faces, and part of our shared story. Every year, we celebrate the major milestones our branches achieve, honouring the role they play in helping our communities make it here, keep it here, and grow it here.
This year, we’re especially proud to mark a significant milestone for one of our longest-standing locations.
Cranbrook Branch – 75 Years
In 2025, our Cranbrook branch celebrates its 75th anniversary.
Since its founding in 1950, this branch has grown from a small local credit union serving a handful of members into a cornerstone of the Cranbrook community—helping generations of families, businesses, and neighbours achieve their goals.
But it’s never been just about dollars and cents.
For 75 years, Cranbrook’s StellerVista team has focused on people-first banking. They’ve taken the time to learn each member’s story, offering personalized solutions that big banks often overlook. They’ve helped new families buy their first homes, local businesses get off the ground, and retirees plan for the future—all while reinvesting profits locally.
Our Cranbrook branch has also been a steady partner in the life of the city itself. Over the decades, our team has supported countless local events, sports teams, non-profits, and community initiatives. From sponsoring youth programs to volunteering at fundraisers, our staff have always believed that community-building happens hand in hand with banking.
Through periods of growth, change, and challenge, one thing has remained consistent: our Cranbrook team’s deep commitment to local decision-making and relationship-based service. They’ve weathered economic shifts, technology revolutions, and even a global pandemic—always finding new ways to support members while keeping that personal touch intact.
How We’re Celebrating 75 Years in Cranbrook
In-Branch Celebration on Credit Union Day
We kicked off our 75th anniversary with an in-person celebration at the Cranbrook branch on International Credit Union Day. It was a fantastic opportunity for members, staff, and neighbours to come together, share stories, and celebrate
this milestone in the place we all call home.
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$7,500 Donation to East Kootenay Foundation for Health (EKFH)
In honour of 75 years in Cranbrook, we were proud to donate $7,500 to the East Kootenay Foundation for Health (EKFH) on November 1. This gift supports vital health services and programs that directly benefit people across our region.--
$7,500 in Grassroots Community Gifts
Our Cranbrook staff teams are also leading another $7,500 in donations to local grassroots organizations. Each department is selecting a cause that matters to them and reflects the needs of our community.
--🖍️ Cranbrook 75th Anniversary Coloring Contest
We’re marking this milestone with a community-wide coloring contest—open to members, staff, and staff family members!
Prizes
For members:
• For every member entry, we’ll add an additional $10 to our Grassroots Community Gift total.
• Members will also be entered to win one of five $75 gift cards to some truly Steller local businesses.
Anyone wanting to take part can pick up a coloring sheet by visiting the Cranbrook branch any time before December 10. Coloring pages are available in-branch only.
As we look back on 75 years of service in Cranbrook, we want to say thank you:
– To our members, whose trust and loyalty have made this journey possible.
– To our staff, past and present, who’ve built meaningful connections and delivered financial solutions tailored to our community’s unique needs.
– To our neighbours and partners across Cranbrook who share our vision of making our region stronger, more sustainable, and more connected.
Here’s to the next 75 years of banking like you live here.
