Canadian Credit Unions expand mobile payments with ® Debit on Google Pay™

TORONTO, ON (November 26, 2019) — The Canadian Association (CCUA) announced today that (MB), (SK), (MB), Cambrian Credit Union (MB), (SK), Prospera Credit Union (BC), (AB) and (MB) are the first to launch Interac Debit on Google Pay. Members of these credit unions can now make purchases directly from their chequing or savings accounts at retailers displaying the Interac Flash logo, or within apps of particpating merchants, with eligible Android™ devices.

“The Canadian credit union sector is continually working together and with partners to offer payment options that members want,” said Brenda O’Connor, VP Governance & Strategy, CCUA. “Whether it’s for the member who is driven by convenience, or is a tech enthusiast, Google Pay is a mobile payment option that allows all members to pay with the speed and security that they expect.”

The Google Pay integration is a collaborative development involving some of Canada’s largest credit unions. CCUA partnered with Interac Corp. and Everlink Payment Services to extend support for Interac Debit on Google Pay. It provides consumers with a seamless mobile payment option designed for speed and security.

 Check out faster in-stores with a device that’s already in your hand – no need to dig for your wallet.  Pay in-apps and on the web as quick as you click. Spend less time checking out without having to enter your payment information.  Google Pay doesn't share your actual card number, so your information stays secure.

Canadian credit unions spearheading the development with Everlink Payment Services to extend support for Interac Debit on Google Pay include:

- Affinity Credit Union;

- Assiniboine Credit Union; - Cambrian Credit Union; - ; - Connect First Credit Union; - ; - ; - Prospera Credit Union; - Servus Credit Union, and - Steinbach Credit Union.

Google Pay is available for download on Google Play™. More information is also available at https://pay.google.com/intl/en_ca/about/