Partnering to Promote Financial Literacy Month
FCAC and public, private and non-profit partners work together to bring money management skills to Canadians
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 09/24/12 -- National Financial Literacy Month begins November 1-an ideal time for Canadian consumers to improve their knowledge, skills and confidence in managing money, credit and debt ahead of the holiday shopping season.
To bring the widest range of information, tools and resources to consumers about (FLM), the (FCAC) is launching new Web pages at . The pages include a Calendar of Events showcasing all the activities and workshops on financial literacy that public, private and not-for-profit organizations will hold throughout the Month.
"This concerted effort by organizations from all sectors and all regions of the country will help raise awareness of the importance of financial literacy for all Canadians," says Ursula Menke. "By bringing together all the financial literacy activities happening across the country, we can help financial consumers access all the workshops, resources and tools that are available."
From November 1 to 30, organizations and companies from across Canada will host seminars, workshops and other events to teach subjects from managing personal finances, making a budget and using credit wisely, to teaching children about money, reducing debt and saving for post-secondary education.
November 2012 is the second Financial Literacy Month. Last year, 75 organizations hosted over 200 events for consumers, including many for people with specific needs, such as seniors, Aboriginals, newcomers, youth, students and teachers.
"I would like to encourage any organization, from community groups to employers, to get involved by holding a workshop or a seminar on financial matters," Commissioner Menke adds.
Organizations that are planning an FLM event can register it in the Calendar at .
Organizations that wish to offer financial literacy training can also present . This ready-to-deliver workshop comes in a package that includes Participants' Handbooks, Presenter's Manual, presentation slides and promotional material. The package can be .
For more information on how to get involved, or for assistance in accessing resources for hosting a Financial Basics workshop, contact FCAC's Consumer Services Centre at 1-866-461-3222 or visit our website: .
About FCAC
With and , the (FCAC) provides objective information about financial products and services to help Canadians increase their financial knowledge and confidence in managing their personal finances. FCAC informs consumers about their when dealing with banks and federally regulated trust, loan and insurance companies. FCAC also makes sure that federally regulated financial institutions, payment card network operators and external complaints bodies comply with intended to protect consumers.
You can reach us through FCAC's Consumer Services Centre by calling toll-free 1-866-461-3222 (TTY: 613-947-7771 or 1-866-914-6097) or by visiting our website: .
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Datum: 24.09.2012 - 08:13 Uhr
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