Financial literacy in Canada

National strategy

National Financial Literacy Strategy

A 5-year plan to create a more accessible, inclusive, and effective financial literacy ecosystem for all Canadians.

How to advance the National Strategy

Actions you can take to advance each ecosystem priority and key consumer building block of the National Strategy.

Resources and initiatives

Financial Literacy Month

Celebrated each November to help Canadians learn how to manage their personal finances successfully.

Financial wellness in the workplace

Strategies and resources for workplace financial wellness programs.

Canadian Financial Literacy Database

A one-stop source for resources and events from Canadian organizations on budgeting, saving, investing and more.

Financial literacy programs

Educational materials to help students and adults increase their financial knowledge and skills.

Financial tools and calculators

Tools to help you choose a bank account and credit card, including budget and mortgage calculators.

Research and publications

Financial literacy newsletter

Stay up-to-date on the latest news and activities happening throughout the country.

Canada’s financial literacy blog

Get practical tips to make money management easier.

Research reports and studies

Surveys or studies on market trends, consumer issues and financial literacy.

What to do when you get an income tax refund

Tips on how to manage your money so you can make the most of it.

Your banking rights and upcoming new protections

Protections in your dealings with banks.

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Features

Financial Literacy Newsletter

Read the March 2022 edition on protecting your financial health.

New electronic alerts from your bank

Learn about electronic alerts that will help you manage your day-to-day banking.

The budgeting menu

Read the latest blog post by Dilip Soman, University of Toronto, and Yuna Choe, University of North Texas.

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