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September 11, 2019
Studies have shown that millennials are increasingly signing prenuptual agreements. Millennials are more aware of the high divorce rate, tend to have more debt when they get married and are…
Behind every great selfie..is a bill! So say financial experts at the New School of Finance. So be aware of your spending habits and keep in mind that hardly anyone…
Everyone should have a Will, most of us have heard that time and again. But did you know that the executor of your Will needs to know what to do…
Conexus Credit Union has launched a fantastic financial literacy program. If you’re interested in hearing more about “Loans You Don’t Want”, “Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) & Tax Free Savings…
Brought to you by Junior Achievement Canada, Dollars with Sense leaders make learning fun by using games and multimedia to boost students’ self-confidence and help them achieve financial literacy. Students learn about…
Money Sense: Financial Literacy in the Classroom is a new Saskatoon Industry-Education Council (SIEC) program designed to help middle years teachers with their instruction of Saskatchewan’s new financial literacy curriculum. Welcome…
July 10, 2019
Part-time work is becoming more of an option, even a necessity, especially for students and retirees. There are a lot of options, especially in the gig-economy, and there are many…
June 13, 2019
Here’s a list of student discounts that you do not want to miss out on!
Many of the kids in school today will be working in jobs that don’t even exist yet. While this statement might seem scary, it’s really exciting and so many new…
June 11, 2019
The Little Black Book of Scams is now available digitally and it’s a fantastic resource for you to find out more about what to look out for and how to report. This…
June 10, 2019
If not, it’s seriously something to consider working on right away. Nobody is immune to experiencing a job loss and it could take some time before you find a new…
May 11, 2019
Did you know that changing your mortgage payment to bi-weekly could take years off your mortgage repayment? Suppose you’re considering a mortgage of $350,000 that you’ll pay back over 25…
May 1, 2019
An emergency fund is money you set aside to pay for unexpected expenses. Like when your car breaks down. A trip to the veterinarian with your furry friend. Or a…
March 15, 2019
Here at the Saskatchewan Financial Literacy Network we focus a lot of how to look after your money by avoiding scams, or how to invest, but we don’t really go…
March 11, 2019
It’s important to teach your kids about being smart with their money when it comes to shopping. It’s easy for kids (and adults) to spend more than they think they’re…
If your financial institution or a company or service you deal with has recently been hacked, you may be at risk, here’s how to protect yourself and your finances: Change…
Your budget might be the last thing on your mind when adding a furry friend to your family, but taking care of a pet can be a big financial responsibility.…
being a victim of debit card fraud is not something anyone wants to go through. Fortunately, we these easy-to-do tips you can avoid getting defrauded of your hard-earned cash. Tip…
February 15, 2019
Creating a budget can really help to ease some of that finance anxiety. Making a budget can be difficult but there are some great budgeting tools out there to help…
February 5, 2019
Join us on March 6, 2019 at the Sheraton Cavalier in Saskatoon for a morning dedicated to Financial Literacy in our province. The Forum will feature a keynote speech from…
January 28, 2019
Since April 2018, the Ministry of Education has worked with teacher-writers to develop the draft Financial Literacy 20, 30 curriculum in the area of Practical and Applied Arts. The curriculum…
In 2017, Canadians lost more than $110 million to scams. Canadians of all ages are being targeted by fraudsters. Find out more from the Canada Anti-Fraud Centre about the common…
If you’re contributing to your Registered Retirement Savings Plan – great job! To make sure you’re getting the most out of your RRSP, avoid these five common mistakes!
The Regina Public Library has a fantastic program of financial literacy sessions throughout the year. From effective tax strategies to mortgage essentials, will and estate planning, and retirement planning, RPL…
Buying a home is a big financial decision. Before you buy, ask yourself hard questions such as: Am I financially stable? Do I have the financial discipline? Am I ready…
An RESP can be used to cover tuition, housing, transportation and any other related expenses. The Government of Canada has programs that help these savings grow, such as the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)…
Many organizations offer “Pay Yourself First” programs that allow employees to put away a portion of each pay cheque to pay down debt or contribute to savings. “Pay Yourself First” programs…
Have a a savings plan and a budget for college, technical school, an apprentice program or university will go a long way toward helping you avoid undue financial stress and avoid…
Many Canadians are weighed down by too much household debt. Debt can create financial stress and weaken our resilience to economic surprises. It isn’t always easy to live within your…
November 15, 2018
The Saskatchewan Financial Literacy Network (SFLN) travelled to Ottawa at the beginning of November to participate in the launch of Financial Literacy Month. Hundreds of people gathered at the Bank…
June 12, 2018
One of the most essential skills of a persons life is the ability to manage personal finances. From saving and planning to budgeting and borrowing, it is important to know…
June 4, 2018
The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) has recently launched two digital campaigns. First, a public awareness campaign informing consumers about home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), the potential risks of…
March 27, 2018
Source: Government of Saskatchewan Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordon Wyant announced today that writing is set to begin in April for new financial literacy courses. These courses will soon…
