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Tru Essentials Chequing Account

  No monthly account fee

   No minimum balance required

  First 12 debit transactions free

  $1.50* per transaction (13 through 18)

  $9.00 maximum transaction fee per month

  Unlimited credit/deposit transactions

Unlimited flexibility. Limited cost.

Casual spenders can use the account for $0, while active spenders can rest easy knowing they won’t pay any more than $9.00 per month for unlimited debit transactions.


Pay for what you need, avoid recurring fees, and get free access to expert advisors.

Tru Essentials chequing account includes 12 free debit transactions a month. Debit transactions 13 through 18 will be charged the below fees, up to a monthly maximum of $9.

It is free to move money between your First West Credit Union accounts using our online banking services and mobile apps.

No interest is paid on this account.

Members 19 years old and under will enjoy free banking until January 1 of the year the primary account holder turns 20. After that, standard account features and fees will apply.

A fee may also apply for any additional banking services you use. View Personal Service Fees to see our full list of account & service fees.

Transaction Fee
ATM withdrawal
(via THE EXCHANGE® and ACCULINK® networks)
$1.50
ATM deposit
(via THE EXCHANGE® and ACCULINK® networks)
Free
Cheque clearing $1.50
In-branch withdrawal $1.50
In-branch transfer out $1.50
In-branch utility bill payment / manual bill payment $1.50
In-branch deposit Free
Electronic transfer between First West Credit Union accounts Free
Electronic utility bill $1.50
Envision Financial credit card and CUMIS bill payments are free using online banking services and mobile apps
Cheque deposit via mobile app Free
Interac e-Transfer® incoming (CAD currency only) Free
Interac e-Transfer® Autodeposit (CAD currency only) Free
Interac e-Transfer® outgoing (CAD currency only) $1.50
Interac e-Transfer® Request Money $1.50
Point of sale purchase $1.50
Point of sale return Free
Me-to-Me transfer incoming Free
Me-to-Me transfer outgoing $1.50
Pre-authorized debit (payment) $1.50
Envision Financial credit card and CUMIS bill payments are free using online banking services and mobile apps
Pre-authorized credit Free

Does not include Interac® ATM withdrawals or International (including US) Cirrus® network ATM withdrawals. Withdrawals outside of THE EXCHANGE® and ACCULINK® networks will incur a fee - view those service fees here.

How does the Tru Essentials Account compare?

Our everyday chequing account is designed to meet your needs, offering flexibility and peace of mind. You won’t pay more than $9 for any number of debit transactions in any given month.

**Account fees are based on products with comparable features at major Canadian banks as at August 2024.

 

Why join Envision Financial?

Envision Financial, a proud division of First West Credit Union, combines the personalized approach of local banking with the resources to help you flourish. When you join our credit union you are a member, not a customer — which means you have an equal say in how our credit union operates.

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Effortless banking

Bank online, on our app, on the phone or in person

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Convenient locations

Access 45 branches across BC and thousands of credit union ATMs across Canada

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Personalized Care

Meet experts who listen to your needs and care about your financial well-being

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Personalized Advice

Get FREE access to expert financial advisors to help you build your future

Take the power of local with you!

With our extensive network of branches across British Columbia, you can easily manage your daily banking needs or seek expert advice whenever you need it.

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Product terms, features and fees are subject to change, and we will provide appropriate notice as applicable and as may be required.