02 Jan 20 family literacy activities to keep you busy in 2020
In celebration of the 21st annual celebration, ABC Life Literacy Canada is offering 20 tips for families to do during 2020 to make sure everyone keeps their literacy skills sharp....
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12 Dec New financial literacy program available for people with diverse abilities
Like many students, Jenna Martinuzzi wasn't taught how to spend wisely or budget her money in school, so she took part in a financial literacy program designed for students with various abilities. ...
26 Nov Employment program works financial literacy into the mix
A community literacy organization has added a new twist to its youth employment program. The Taber Youth Employment Program has incorporated financial literacy training into its instruction....
21 Nov Montreal families celebrate Financial Literacy Month
Posted at 13:07h in Family Literacy Blog Posts, Financial Literacy Blog Posts, HSBC Family Literacy First
Twenty-five children and their parents gathered at Dawson Boys & Girls Club to celebrate Financial Literacy Month at an event co-hosted with ABC Life Literacy and facilitated by HSBC volunteers....
14 Nov Toronto shelter helps marginalized women develop digital literacy skills
Street Haven Toronto at the CrossRoads offers pathways for at-risk women. They are one of many organizations hosting workshops to help adults improve their digital literacy skills....
12 Nov Digital literacy program flips the script with teens teaching adults
A new community program is hoping to make the most of this by pairing tech-savvy youth with adults hoping to improve their digital skills....
24 Oct Digital literacy program now available in French
Youth Teaching Adults, a successful digital literacy program presented by ABC Life Literacy Canada and Youth Empowering Parents, has just been released in French....
24 Oct Take charge of your finances with Money Matters
Financial Literacy Month encourages Canadians to take control of their financial well-being by making a budget, having a savings plan, and understanding their financial rights and responsibilities....
23 Oct Adults and children should practice financial literacy together
Posted at 12:55h in Family Literacy Blog Posts, Financial Literacy Blog Posts, HSBC Family Literacy First
When it comes to financial literacy, the statistics are startling. According to The Financial Planning Standards Council, four in 10 Canadians report that money is a daily concern....
05 Oct The case for teaching financial literacy in the workplace
While youth are improving their financial literacy skills at school, an important group of people who could benefit from financial literacy education have been forgotten: adults in the workplace....