OUR YOUTH FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAMS

Ages 10 - 13

Level 1: Money Matters For Kids

  • This beginner’s class runs once a week for 4 weeks 

  • Each class is one hour in length and is taught virtually live over zoom

  • Cost: $120 (includes 4 hours of class, all digital course materials, and possible participation prizes)

Next Session

  • You will receive a link to join the class after registering for this session.

  • Dates & Times: Sundays 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

  • Next Session Dates: Sunday June 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th

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Ages 10 - 13  Level 1 Curriculum:

Class 1: Budgeting & Saving

  • Understanding Cash Flow

  • Understanding Expenses (Fixed vs Variable)

  • Understanding Types of Income

  • Establishing a Savings Plan

  • Tips for Successful Budgeting



Class 2: Bank Accounts & Credit Cards

  • Chequing vs Savings Accounts

  • Debit vs Credit Cards

  • Building Good Credit History

  • Credit Card Pitfalls To Avoid



Class 3: Introduction to Investing

  • What is Investing?

  • The Basic Investment Model

  • Types of Investment Products

  • Protecting Your Investments: Hedging & Diversification

  • Risk vs Return & Types of Risk



Class 4: Traditional vs Alternative Investment Vehicles

  • What’s the difference?
  • Introduction to Real-Estate Investing
  • Introduction to Hedge Funds
  • Hedge Funds vs Mutual Funds
  • Group Review & Open Q&A



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Level 2: Money Matters For Kids

  • Only open to graduates of the Level 1 course above 

  • This advanced class builds on the foundational knowledge developed in the Level 1 course

  • This session runs once a week for 4 weeks

  • Each class is one hour in length and is taught virtually live over zoom

  • Cost: $120 (includes 4 hours of class, all digital course materials, and possible participation prizes)

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Next Session 

  • You will receive a link to join the class after registering for this session.

  • Dates & Times: Sundays 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Eastern Standard Time

  • Next Session Dates: Sunday June 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th

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Ages 10 - 13  Level 2 Curriculum:

Class 1: Understanding Net Worth

  • Assets vs Liabilities

  • Value Generating Assets & Passive Income

  • Equity & Net Worth



Class 2: Managing Your Future Wealth

  • Building Your Investment Portfolio

  • Types of Asset Classes

  • Understanding Your Risk Appetite



Class 3: Registered Accounts & Long Term Planning

  • TFSAs vs RRSPs

  • Introduction to Taxation

  • Introduction to Inflation



Class 4: Home Financing

  • Understanding How Mortgages Work

  • Fixed vs Variable Interest Rates

  • The Application Process

  • Careers In Finance: Banking, Finance, Accounting

  • Group Review & Open Q&A



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What Past Attendees Say

"Before taking the Money Matters course, I didn't know much about money but now I learned so much about budgeting and how to properly use a credit card! I even know about different types of investments for my future money! I think everyone needs to take this course to feel prepared for the future"

Megan, Age 11

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