Making the Most of Our Money

No matter who or where we are, there is a lot to learn about money as we move through life. This section contains resources and tools to strengthen our financial literacy. There are readings, videos, and even courses so we can access info in different ways, depending on how we learn.

The Impact of Gambling

This information is written specifically for youth by the Responsible Gambling Council. It outlines: The risks of gambling; Why people gamble; How gambling can become a problem; How gambling affects

How to Cope with a Gambling Problem

This information by Kids Help Phone outlines: What gambling is; Safe gambling tips; How to identify a gambling problem; How to get help with a gambling problem; and What to

Your Money Students – Saving

The Canadian Bankers association has a selection of resources for students or others, including this video, which is just over a minute, all about saving. We can access the rest

How Advertising Works

How advertising works We encounter advertising throughout our days, often without even noticing. Advertising is intended to make us feel we need something, so that we will buy a product.

What is Credit?

Credit is what we use to buy something when we don’t have the money for it. We can borrow the money and usually pay it off over time. Interest rates,

Paycheques

When we start working, we will receive payment from our employer, likely every two weeks. Agedout.com has information about our paycheques here.

Filing Taxes (step-by-step)

When we earn money, we legally are required to pay taxes to the government each year. Agedout.com has information about filing taxes here.