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Leadership
A message from Board Chair Jagpaul Singh Sandhu
As Khalsa Credit Union celebrates its 40th anniversary, we have much to be proud of and even more to be thankful for.
Forty years ago, a group of pioneers within British Columbia’s Sikh community came together with a vision. They believed our community could build its own financial institution—one founded not only on sound financial principles, but also on the Sikh values.
What they created in 1986 has grown into something remarkable.
I have had the privilege of serving KCU and witnessing much of that growth firsthand over the past decade. During that time, I have seen our Credit Union evolve significantly. We have grown from a smaller community financial institution into an increasingly sophisticated organization approaching $1 billion in assets. We have expanded our lending and financial capabilities, invested significantly in technology, strengthened our governance and operations, and continued to improve how we serve our members, families and businesses.
But when I reflect on that transformation, what makes me proudest is not simply how much we have grown.
It is that, through all that growth and change, we have remained Khalsa Credit Union.
We remain a member-owned cooperative with deep roots in the Sikh community. Our members remain at the centre of our decisions. We continue to believe that the strength of our Credit Union and the strength of our community are connected.
For KCU, success has therefore never been measured only by the size of our balance sheet. It is also reflected in the families we have helped purchase their first homes, the entrepreneurs and businesses we have supported, the students in whom we have invested, and the community organizations and initiatives that we have helped strengthen and grow.
It is reflected in seva— in recognizing that when our Credit Union succeeds, we have a responsibility to share that success with the community that made it possible.
Over the last decade, I have seen KCU become larger, more professional, more technologically capable and better prepared for the future. At the same time, I have seen our connection to our members and community remain fundamental to who we are.
That balance— evolving without losing our identity— will be just as important during our next 40 years.
As we celebrate this milestone, we honour the founders who had the courage and foresight to establish Khalsa Credit Union, the directors and employees who carried their vision forward, and generations of members who placed their trust in this organization.
Their work created the foundation upon which we stand today.
Our responsibility is to build upon it.
We must continue to innovate, remain financially strong, serve our members exceptionally well, and ensure that future generations see KCU not simply as their financial institution, but as an institution that belongs to them and their community.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you to our members, employees, community partners and everyone who has contributed to Khalsa Credit Union's journey.
It has been an honour for me to witness the transformation of KCU over the past decade, and I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together.
As we celebrate 40 years strong, I am even more excited about what we can build together in the years ahead.
Jagpaul Singh Sandhu
Board Chair
Khalsa Credit Union
Our Board of Directors
Khalsa Credit Union is governed by nine Board members who are accountable to more than 17,000 members while acting in the best interests of the Credit Union.
Jagpaul Singh Sandhu
Board Chair
Mr. Sandhu was elected to the Board of Directors in 2016. He completed his BBA (Honours) with a double major in Accounting and Human Resource Management from Simon Fraser University. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA) and is proud to bring his skills to the position of Director. He has been a member of Khalsa Credit Union for several years and has worked as an Accountant in public practice for over half a decade. He is currently a Senior Manager at a local accounting firm with clients in a variety of industries.
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Joga Singh Sangha
Mr. Joga Singh started his finance career with KCU and worked his way up to management in his last Financial organization. He has been elected as a director in 2022. He is also actively involved in community as youth soccer coach, organizing parades while using his people management skills gained while working with people of diversity and ethnicity.
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Harleen Kaur Minhas
Ms. Harleen was elected as director in 2022. She is pursuing SFU’s MBA program and being a director at Save More Lightning she brings along a wealth of experience in human resources and financial oversight.
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Gurdeep Singh
Mr. Singh joined KCU in 2003 and was elected as a director in 2018. He has been working as a Builder Sales Representative for Coast Wholesale Appliances for many years.
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Jaskaran Singh Gill
Mr. Gill was elected to the Board of Directors in 2024. Born and raised in Abbotsford, he understands the unique challenges faced by young professionals in the community. He holds a BBA from the University of the Fraser Valley and is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). Mr. Gill currently works as Chief Financial Officer at San Group and has previosuly worked as a Senior Accountant at KPMG LLP
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Navnit Singh Arora
Mr. Arora was elected to the Board of Directors in 2024. With over 30 years of experience in Information Technology, he has held various leadership positions in Business Analysis, Software Development, Data Analytics, and Project Management. He is passionate about serving the Sikh community. In 2005, he co-founded Vismaad Mediatech, which produced the first animated movie on Sikh history, Sahibzadey, followed by several educational videos for Sikh children.
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Arshdeep Singh Brah
Arshdeep was elected to the Board of Directors in 2026. He holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from the British Columbia Institute of Technology. For the past 13 years, he has worked with BC Hydro in Distribution Design and Transmission Engineering, contributing to multi-million-dollar projects. Through this experience, he has developed strong technical, project management, customer service, and problem-solving skills. He takes a methodical approach to analyzing challenges, prioritizing projects, and managing schedules to meet stakeholder expectations in demanding environments. Beyond his professional career, he is deeply committed to community service and has been involved in many community and panthak initiatives. He previously served as a Board Director at SAF International and has been a volunteer coordinator running Punjabi classes at Gurdwara Sahib for over 15 years.
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Jaspinder Singh Malhi
Jaspinder was elected to the Board of Directors in 2026. He holds a Master’s degree in History from Punjab University and brings over 12 years of leadership experience in construction, hospitality, and community service. During his university years, he served as Vice President of the All India Sikh Students Federation (Punjab), advocating for justice regarding the 1984 Sikh Genocide. He and his colleagues presented evidence and witnesses to raise awareness and, following the guidance of Akal Takht Sahib, appealed to the Sikh community to recognize the events of 1984 as the 1984 Sikh Genocide rather than referring to them as riots. He is also a founding member of the Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Sabha, an organization dedicated to upholding the respect and dignity of Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Professionally, he serves as Director of Royal Craft Homes and operates two Royal Inn Motel locations, managing operations, teams, and finances. He previously served as Recording Secretary at Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara (Surrey–Delta).
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Japnaam Singh Malik
Japnaam was elected to the Board of Directors in 2026. He brings a strong combination of academic training, professional experience, and community leadership to the role of Director of Khalsa Credit Union. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of British Columbia, a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Victoria, and has completed the Professional Development Program (PDP) at Simon Fraser University. His early career as a practicing lawyer provided him with a solid foundation in governance, risk awareness, compliance, and ethical decision-making. He has since held senior leadership roles within the education sector, including Construction Manager and, currently, Principal of Khalsa School of the Fraser Valley. In these roles, he has overseen complex budgets, managed multidisciplinary teams, led long-term strategic planning, and worked closely with boards, regulators, and community stakeholders.
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