Videos

At the 2016 Desjardins Group Annual General Meetings, Guy Cormier speaks about growing Desjardins while staying true to its values.

Desjardins Foundation contributes to the academic success of young people through scholarships, prizes and partnerships with recognized organizations. The Foundation supports over 130,000 young people each year through its various programs.

Visit Maison Alphonse-Desjardins in Lévis, near Quebec City, where the founder of Desjardins Group created the first caisse populaire.

Produced when the logo was adopted by Desjardins Group, the video describes the steps that led to the creation of the symbol

At the 2011 Annual General Meetings of Desjardins Group, Monique F. Leroux speaks about respecting the mission and values through the needed changes Desjardins is undergoing.

Alban D'Amours discusses the purposes of cooperation and cooperative method at the 2003 convention on "cooperative renewal".

In his opening speech, Claude Béland explains why the 1991 convention under the theme "Ensemble pour une force d'action" was held.

Raymond Blais speaking about cooperative values at the 1985 Annual General Meeting of Desjardins Group.

Alfred Rouleau at a 1978 convention on the theme "Desjardins Group and the development of cooperation in contemporary Quebec".

Émile Girardin presenting school caisse objectives during a speech at the international convention of 1957.

In an interview shortly before the international conference of 1957, Cyrille Vaillancourt explains why the convention was held and how he helped found the provincial Fédération.

On February 21, 2012, at the National Assembly, Quebec government officials and social leaders reached out in a show of support for the cooperative business model. They joined forces to recognize and promote cooperatives and mutuals as powerful instruments for socio-economic growth in Quebec and across Canada.

On January 12, 2012, at Lévis City Hall, cooperatives celebrated the official launch of the International Year of Cooperatives. Nearly 120 members and leaders of cooperatives attended the kick-off, held simultaneously in 14 cities across the country. In attendance for the launch were Steven Blaney, Member of Parliament for Lévis-Bellechasse and Minister of Veterans Affairs, Denis Richard, CQCM President, Alain Paquet, Member of the National Assembly for Laval-des-Rapides and Minister for Finance, Danièle Roy Marinelli, mayor of Lévis, and Monique F. Leroux, Chair of the Board, President and CEO of Desjardins Group.

The video clip presents some services offered to the community by the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick.

The video clip presents the testimony of Jacqueline Verville, a volunteer for the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick.

The video clip presents the testimony of Valérie Lainesse, a Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick beneficiary.

The video clip presents the testimony of a volunteer for the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick, William Lainesse.

The video clip presents the testimonies of 2 volunteers at Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick, Jacqueline Verville and Alain Perreault.

The last video brings together the young people seen in the previous videos as they share their outlooks and reflections.

The video introduces Répit's services through the descriptions provided by 3 young people who visit the centre.

Anne-Marie, Dave and Caroline talk about the café, the day centre, and its social workers, as well as the birth of strong friendships.

This video introduces the street workers, focusing on the importance of their presence and intervention.

Dave talks about the D'École de la rue service and its importance to young people who want to "drop back in."

Anne-Marie speaks about her first contact with Répit, while Caroline describes how valuable it is to have the case workers there.

The video clip presents the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick and one of their volunteers, Jacqueline Verville. All voices are offscreen. Background music plays throughout the video.

Angela Iermieri, Financial Planner, talks about Quebecers' financial planning habits and the importance of having a written financial plan.

Jean-René Ouellet, Senior Analyst, Portfolio Advisory Group, presents his approach to analyze market trends that goes beyond macroeconomic statistics through field meetings.

Nicolas Richard, Chief investment strategist, presents strategies and tools to personalize portfolio management.

Rosalie Vendette, Senior Advisor, Responsible Investment, explains why some companies operating in controversial industries can be included in responsible investment portfolios.

Quebecers are planning enthusiasts. Property purchase, renovations, wedding, retirement, the majority say they would plan to achieve their goals. However, 64% of survey respondents do not have a financial plan. And only 18% have a written plan to help them reach the great goals and objectives of their financial life. "Yet, they are the ones better equipped," explains Marc Dubuc from Desjardins Wealth Management, "94% of those with a written financial plan enjoy more freedom to carry out the projects close to their hearts."

The Government of Quebec has decided to take action by introducing new Voluntary Retirement Savings Plans (VRSPs). VRSP’s will make it easier for employees at small and medium businesses to save for retirement. Easy, accessible and integrated, the Desjardins VRSP offers online and mobile solutions to meet the needs of employers and their employees. Specialists from Desjardins will guide them through the process and provide the tools they need to comply with the VRSP legislation.

The flow of money is a cycle in which everyone plays a role.

Step into the heart of Desjardins Lab, Desjardins Group's innovation lab.

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Relive the launch of Desjardins Lab.

How to have a good credit file and what are the repercussions of a bad credit file?

Alex travels back in time to learn more about where money comes from and how it has evolved from 687 B.C. to today.

Alexis can't believe it. The withdrawals he made with his debit card yesterday at the Mountain Bike World Cup event cost him an extra $3 in user fees.

When you draw up a budget, you have to keep track of your income and expenses. But how do you make a budget and set a realistic savings goal?

Carlos learns to make informed consumption choices while grocery shopping with his mother.

What's the difference between cash, debit card and credit card payments?

It's very important to protect personal information such as your name, address, email address and password, as they can be used to identify you.

Savings is money you put aside after all expenses are paid. It can be used to pay for things you dream about, like a comic book.

Factors that influence the prices of consumer goods.

What is cooperation? It's working as a team and joining forces to accomplish more.

Many ads make false promises. Could you recognize them?

Magog Technopole's mission is to foster the growth of the area's Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector and green technologies in the city of Magog by developing a unique and receptive environment and by promoting that environment to companies with a view to encouraging them to set up business.

Créateurs de saveurs Cantons-de-l'est is an identification mark for products from the Eastern Townships region. They help local companies with the promotional work and to sell their products to grocers, restaurants, food tourism and public markets.

For 36 years, the Festival du Cinéma International has drawn big names from everywhere to Rouyn-Noranda. Supporting a festival that makes a difference in the regions. That's the Desjardins difference.

Entreprises Alain Maltais is a family business that offers quality services to forestry and mining companies in Northern Quebec.

Since 2015, the indoor playground in Saint-Michel has been providing families in the neighbourhood with a much-needed space for kids to play and stay active through the winter months. For many families in the neighbourhood, it’s their first winter in Quebec, so the indoor playground provides a safe, fun space where kids and parents alike can socialize and connect with others in the community.

Québec Induction's ambition is to revolutionize the world of cooking by commercialising an induction hob placed directly in the kitchen cabinet, flush with the countertop. Desjardins's CRÉAVENIR program offered them a helping hand throughout the startup phase and provided financing that fits their needs and financial capabilities.

The Desjardins difference is also providing bikes to young people at Centre communautaire Bon Courage so they can take part in the Cyclodéfi cycling event in Lac Saint-Jean!

Every year, dozens of young people from the Magdalen Islands receive bursaries to study off-island.

The new UQTR campus in Drummondville gives local youth access to university training programs close to home.

The food co-op Aux goûts du monde helps newcomers in Drummondville integrate by providing the local community with access to diverse food products that are specific to their culture. Aux goûts du monde offers cooking classes, and is a grocery store and restaurant rolled into one. But more importantly, it's a place for cultural exchange and integration, made possible thanks to the support from Caisse de Drummondville and itsmembers.

In Quebec, business transfers to the next generation of farmers is very real issue. Ann-Marie Jobin and her partner, Jean-Philip Leblanc, are part of a third of Quebec business owners who've opted for this option. Thanks to the CRÉAVENIR program, they became co-owners of the Bergerie Joblanc sheep farm. Located in Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard in Centre-du-Québec, their business specializes in the sale of reproductive ewes and processed lamb products.

The food co-op Aux goûts du monde helps newcomers in Drummondville integrate by providing the local community with access to diverse food products that are specific to their culture. Aux goûts du monde offers cooking classes, and it is a grocery store and restaurant rolled into one. But more importantly, it is a place for cultural exchange and integration, made possible thanks to the support from Caisse de Drummondville and its members.

Association pour les jeunes de la rue de Joliette reaches out to young people in the city in difficult situations and builds a relationship of trust with them. Each year, the association helps several hundreds of young people, with support from Caisse de Joliette and its members.

The food co-op Aux goûts du monde helps newcomers in Drummondville integrate by providing the local community with access to diverse food products that are specific to their culture. Aux goûts du monde offers cooking classes, and is a grocery store and restaurant rolled into one. But more importantly, it's a place for cultural exchange and integration, made possible thanks to the support from Caisse de Drummondville and itsmembers.

Herstreet provides shelter to troubled and homeless women. With Desjardins's support over the past 10 years, the organization has been able to pursue its mission to help women start over.

The restaurant Les Saveurs du Marché allows young workers experiencing various problems to reintegrate the labor market. Through a partnership with la Colonie des Grèves de Contrecoeur, which helped the Caisse Desjardins Pierre-De Saurel, the restaurant has doubled its activities and number of employees.

After the 2015 Francofolies de Montréal festivities, 3 Desjardins members gave donations to the cause of their choice : Fondation du Dr Julien - External link. This link will open in a new window., Opération Enfant Soleil - External link. This link will open in a new window. and Fondation Sainte-Justine - External link. This link will open in a new window..

After the 2015 Festival d'été de Québec festivities, 3 Desjardins members gave donations to the cause of their choice: Jeunes musiciens du monde - External link. This link will open in a new window., Coopérative de solidarité SABSA - External link. This link will open in a new window. and Society of Saint Vincent de Paul de Québec - External link. This link will open in a new window. for the Sainte-Foy area.

André Preston, Director of the Desjardins Group Student Advisory Centre, Dave Dupuis, an employee, and Dave's wife Vanessa Gagnon, talk about how the centre brought new energy to the region and to their lives.

Justiniano Vasquez, originally from Venezuela and a Quebec resident for 12 years, started his own cleaning and disinfection business to make a technical and social contribution to Quebec society.

Clément Turgeon, General Manager and Artistic Director of Le Festif! de Baie-Saint-Paul, describes how Desjardins helped launch the festival, which was originally created to fight against the rural exodus of the younger generation.

France Desjardins, Director of La Maison du Père, explains how the in-house cheque cashing service provided by the Caisse du Quartier-Latin de Montréal works to help social reintegration.