Kindred Credit Union Case Study, Pylon Sign Design Ontario

We had the honour of designing, manufacturing, and installing this beautiful, modern pylon sign for Kindred Credit Union out of Waterloo, ON. The sleek, angular design of the sign perfectly captures the credit union's commitment to innovation and community service. The vibrant colour scheme is not only visually striking but also pays homage to Kindred's roots in the Waterloo region.

Standing tall at an impressive 13 feet, the pylon sign is a beacon of welcome to members and a testament to their client's dedication to providing exceptional financial services. Our team worked closely with Kindred's marketing team to ensure every detail, from the custom font to the precision-cut logos, met their exacting standards. The end result is a stunning visual representation of the credit union's values and mission, proudly displayed for all to see.

The Opportunity

Kindred Credit Union required updated pylon signage that improved roadside visibility while reflecting the professionalism and reliability associated with their financial institution. The project focused on creating signage capable of attracting attention within a busy commercial environment while maintaining a clean and trustworthy appearance.

The Solution

McBain Signs began the process by evaluating visibility conditions, traffic flow, and architectural surroundings to ensure the final structure would perform effectively from multiple viewing distances and angles. The design direction emphasized simplicity, readability, and strong brand consistency, ensuring the signage communicated confidence without unnecessary visual complexity.

After doing our preliminary drawings, we received a little kickback from the City of Waterloo with the height of the sign, the location the sign was in was only allowed to have signs protruding no higher than 6'6" in height which posed a problem for Kindred Credit Union seeing as the neighbours signs were all 12+ feet defeating the purpose of installing a new sign to allow their clients to easily find their location.

After a few meetings with the City of Waterloo and doing some research to plead our case of having their sign larger we all came to an agreement to allow the sign variance for the signage to be at 13'0" in height from the ground. This was a huge win for us and Kindred Credit Union, as it meant we could move forward with the project without compromising on the visibility of the sign. We were thrilled to have been able to find a solution that worked for everyone involved. With the variance in place, we were able to finalize the design and proceed with the installation of the new sign. The end result was a modern, eye-catching sign that effectively communicated Kindred Credit Union's presence in the area, and we were proud to have played a part in helping them achieve their goals