Slocan Valley residents express concerns over Heritage Credit Union merger plans

Heritage Credit Union Interim CEO Doug Eveneshen presented the case for the institution’s merger with East Kootenay Community Credit Union to members in Slocan Park on Nov. 24. Photo: John Boivin
The credit union is considering a merger with East Kootenay Community Credit Union

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