CPA CANADA’S FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAM

CPA Canada is working to address the growing social problem of financial literacy in Canada. We have the opportunity to become a fundamental driver of the economic health of individual Canadians, their businesses and the broader economy.

The program’s mission is to deliver unbiased objective financial literacy education and information to improve the overall state of financial literacy in Canada.

We deliver free financial literacy education at the grassroots level through our national CPA member network.

Our CPA members are professional financial experts who have a solid reputation and position of trust with Canadians. Their top priorities are protecting and acting in the public’s interest. They are active in their communities and have a long history of giving back.

FIVE KEY COMPONENTS OF THE PROGRAM

1. Financial literacy sessions – provided for free in local communities to targeted audiences, presented by local CPAS. Our face-to-face sessions provide direct education to the following targeted audiences: adults, seniors, new Canadians, elementary and high school students, post-secondary students, small and medium businesses, entrepreneurs, not-for-profits, remote communities and low-income.

2. Financial literacy volunteer program – our national network of CPA member volunteers

3. Online information, tools and resources

4. Research

5. Publications:

A Parent’s Guide to Raising Money-smart Kids A Guide to Financial Decisions: Planning for the End of Life A Canadian’s Guide to Moneysmart Living Protecting You and Your Money: A Guide to Avoiding Identity Theft and Fraud A Procrastinator’s Guide to Retirement: How to retire in 10 years or less Survive and Thrive: Move ahead financially after losing your job