Description:
This information session with a guest speaker from Credit Canada will provide newcomers with an overview of managing finances and navigating Canada's financial system. Participants will gain practical knowledge and tools to help build financial confidence and make informed money decisions. This session is designed to support newcomers in developing essential financial skills and building a strong foundation for managing money in Canada.
Topics will include:
- Understanding the Canadian banking system;
- Creating and managing a household budget;
- Building and using credit responsibly;
- Recognizing and avoiding common financial scams and fraud; and,
- Understanding income, taxes, and government benefits available to newcomers.