Best Credit Union
GIC Rates in Ottawa 2026
Compare 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year guaranteed investment certificate rates at credit unions serving Ottawa. GIC deposits at Ontario credit unions are protected up to $250,000 per insured category by Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA).
100% safe
principal + interest guaranteed regardless of market conditions
$250,000 per insured category
deposit insurance coverage in Ontario
TFSA eligible
hold a GIC inside your TFSA for completely tax-free returns
Top GIC rates for Ottawa residents
Ottawa-headquartered credit unions first, then other Ontario options. Sorted by rate within each tier.
Most credit unions serving Ottawa require Ontario residency or open-to-all membership. Check eligibility before purchasing a GIC.
1-Year GIC Rates
All 1-Year GICBuduchnist Credit Union Limited
Ukrainian Credit Union Limited
Alterna Bank
Alterna Savings

Frontline Financial Credit Union Limited
Korean Catholic Church Credit Union Limited
Thorold Community Credit Union
Southwest Regional Credit Union
Lighthouse Credit Union
Windsor Family Credit Union Limited
3-Year GIC Rates
All 3-Year GICBuduchnist Credit Union Limited
Alterna Bank
Ukrainian Credit Union Limited
Alterna Savings

Frontline Financial Credit Union Limited
Kindred Credit Union Limited
Kingston Community Credit Union
Meridian Credit Union

Healthcare & Municipal Employees' Credit Union Limited

Resurrection Credit Union Limited
5-Year GIC Rates
All 5-Year GICBuduchnist Credit Union Limited
Ukrainian Credit Union Limited
Alterna Bank
Alterna Savings

Frontline Financial Credit Union Limited

Healthcare & Municipal Employees' Credit Union Limited
Kingston Community Credit Union
Meridian Credit Union

Resurrection Credit Union Limited
Equity Credit Union Inc.
Rates shown are for standard non-redeemable GICs unless otherwise indicated. Always confirm the current rate directly with the credit union before purchasing.
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