Central 1 News

The ultimate in payments utility: Reliable connections where & how you want them

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Central 1 now live with six APIs for payments and banking host integration Our clients — like you — are financial services providers, who every day make thoughtful choices about how best to engage customers or members with tailored solutions to meet their needs. Central 1 gets the work done in the background for you by processing payments transactions and...


Central 1 reports fourth quarter and fiscal 2024 financial results

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 12, 2025 -- Central 1 Credit Union (Central 1) today reported its 2024 fourth quarter and year-end performance reflecting strong financial results, including total revenue of $302.9 million for the year, a notable increase compared to last year. “We achieved strong financial results in 2024, despite economic challenges and our difficult decision to wind down our...

Amplifying voices, inspiring the future

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#Accelerate Action is 2025’s International Women’s Day theme, calling for bold steps to advance gender equality. While progress has been made, there is still work to do. The co-operative system has long been leading the way in fostering inclusive and empowering workplaces within the financial industry. A 2023 study by DBRS Morningstar found that women hold 44% of executive leadership...

Central 1 and Intellect Design Arena Ltd. conclude operating partnership transaction

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Digital banking operations transferred as of March 3, 2025 Vancouver, B.C. and Toronto, ON – Central 1 Credit Union (Central 1) and Intellect Design Arena Ltd. (Intellect) today announced the completion of all necessary closing activities for the operating partnership agreement in which Intellect will assume responsibility for Central 1’s digital banking operations. Effective March 3, 2025, operation of Central 1’s...

Five key trends shaping the financial landscape in 2025

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This year, the financial services landscape continues to experience significant transformation, bringing both challenges and opportunities. Central 1 is committed to equipping you with timely updates and expert advice to help you stay informed and prepared for these changes — all in complement with our products and solutions to boost your success. Here are five key themes poised to influence...