With wildfires continuing to impact communities across the province, Conexus, Cornerstone, and Synergy Credit Unions have partnered to contribute $150,000 to support wildfire disaster relief and recovery efforts across Saskatchewan. This joint donation will go to the Canadian Red Cross 2025 Saskatchewan Wildfires Appeal.
A joint release from the credit unions states the donation will be used for assisting those impacted by the wildfires in Saskatchewan with immediate and ongoing relief including financial assistance, support to evacuees and the communities hosting them, recovery and resilience efforts in response to the wildfires, as well as supporting community preparedness and risk reduction for future all-hazard disaster events within Saskatchewan. Individuals who wish to make a personal contribution before June 29 will be matched by the Federal Government, doubling the impact!
All three credit unions extend their sincere thanks to the brave first responders for their courageous efforts to contain these fires and to the volunteers supporting the relief efforts.
The release goes on to note that s community-based financial institutions, Conexus, Cornerstone, and Synergy Credit Unions are committed to supporting impacted members during this time of crisis. The wildfires have disrupted lives and livelihoods across Saskatchewan, and the credit unions recognize the financial strain many members may now be facing.
From financial relief options to personalized assistance, each credit union is committed to helping members navigate the uncertainty. The credit unions encourage members to reach out to discuss their needs - whether it’s assistance with payments, access to emergency funds, other financial guidance or loss these wildfires have caused.
Conexus’ La Ronge branch, directly impacted by the wildfires, is closed until further notice during evacuation orders to support employee and member safety.
“Our hearts are with the individuals, families and communities across Saskatchewan who are facing the devastation and uncertainty caused by these wildfires,” says Celina Philpot, CEO of Conexus Credit Union. “At Conexus, we believe in standing by our members—not just in times of prosperity, but especially in moments of crisis. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Cornerstone and Synergy to make this joint donation to the Canadian Red Cross on behalf of our members. To our members who are directly affected, please know that Conexus is here for you. We encourage you to reach out—we’re ready to help in any way we can.”
“Wildfires in Saskatchewan have forced thousands of people from their homes.” says Luc Mullinder, Canadian Red Cross Vice President of Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Nunavut. “The Canadian Red Cross is working closely with Indigenous leadership and all levels of government to determine how to best support people impacted by the wildfires. The Red Cross is grateful for the generosity of Conexus, Cornerstone, and Synergy Credit Unions and their support of the 2025 Saskatchewan Wildfires Appeal, which will help address much needed assistance for people in the province.