National Conference on Financial Literacy Focuses on Collaboration and Unveils New Canadian Financial Literacy Database #FinLitConf
Unique event brings together stakeholders to share best practices
(firmenpresse) - VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwired) -- 11/06/14 -- Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
Representatives from grass-roots groups, government and non-profit organization leaders, private-sector stakeholders and academia are gathering today and tomorrow in Vancouver to share best practices and success stories in boosting financial literacy, methods to evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs, and findings of the latest research in the field.
A unique combination of presentation, collaboration and consultation, the 2014 National Conference on Financial Literacy brings together leaders in financial literacy from across Canada and around the world to share research and ideas around the theme "strengthening financial literacy through collaboration."
During the conference, the Government of Canada will unveil:
Roundtable discussions will also allow participants to voice their ideas about how best to reach and engage Canadians. This input will be used by the Financial Literacy Leader in shaping the development of a national strategy for financial literacy, which will be revealed in 2015.
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"Our Government is proud to be a world leader in promoting financial literacy for all Canadians. When Canadians have the skills they need to make solid financial choices, our entire economy benefits. Financial literacy is an increasingly important issue for Canadians of all ages, particularly given today''s growing and complex financial landscape. This conference, fittingly held during Financial Literacy Month, could not come at a better time."
-Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance)
"Coinciding with Financial Literacy Month, this event is a fantastic opportunity to bring together the top issues, fresh thinkers and professionals in our field. The momentum to increase financial literacy in Canada and around the world is stronger than ever. What is clear is the truly collaborative nature that the movement is developing. This cooperative approach is essential to help us effectively rise to the challenges we face."
-Lucie Tedesco, Commissioner of the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
"This year''s theme emphasizes national teamwork to help Canadians make better decisions about their money. It recognizes our shared achievements to date, while underscoring what remains to be done. By working together we can learn from each other, expand the reach and impact of programs, and better coordinate financial literacy efforts in the classroom, community and workplace. And that can trigger big, positive payoffs in people''s lives."
-Jane Rooney, Financial Literacy Leader
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Meagan Murdoch
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of State (Finance)
613-369-5696
Natasha Nystrom
Media Relations Officer
Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
613-941-4168
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Datum: 06.11.2014 - 13:25 Uhr
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