Desjardins Group

Desjardins Group is a Canadian financial services cooperative and the largest federation of credit unions in North America. Founded in 1900 by Alphonse Desjardins, its mission is to contribute to the development of communities by empowering its members and clients financially. While its legal headquarters are in Lévis, Quebec, most of its executive management operates from Montreal, Canada.

The cooperative offers a comprehensive range of financial products and services to individuals and businesses. These include personal and business banking, credit cards, loans, savings and investments, wealth management, and various insurance products such as life, health, property, and casualty insurance. Desjardins also engages in venture capital, real estate, and international development through microfinance initiatives. Its services are primarily concentrated in Quebec and Ontario, with a growing presence across Canada and internationally.

In recent news, Denis Dubois assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer in September 2025, with Louis Babineau serving as Chair of the Board of Directors since May 2024. Desjardins Group was recognized as the Canadian Bank of the Year for 2025 by The Banker magazine, highlighting its strong performance in digital innovation and sustainable finance. The group is actively pursuing expansion in wealth management and capital markets across Canada, notably through strategic acquisitions like the pending deal for Guardian Capital Group Ltd. It is recognized as the largest cooperative financial group in North America and the sixth largest globally, with a strong commitment to community development, including initiatives like affordable housing.