Winter Financial Literacy Sessions

Winter 2024 Virtual Workshops

Join us on a journey to financial empowerment with our virtual workshop series on financial literacy!

Come along as we jump into the essential pillars of financial well-being, covering budgeting, banking, credit, and investing. Discover the art of crafting a personalized spending plan, how to keep yourself protected in a digital banking era, the nuances of credit management, and the world of investment strategies. Whether you are a financial beginner, or looking to enhance your money management skills, this series is your ticket to a confident and savvy financial future. Get ready to level up your financial literacy and take control of your financial future!  

Not able to make it to any of our workshops? Workshops will be recorded and sent out to students who are interested!

Budgeting Basics (Presented by Dollars and Sense)

Tuesday, Jan. 16 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Register to save your spot.

Discover the essential skills of budgeting with Laurier’s financial Literacy Specialist! If you have ever struggled to navigate budgeting with varying income or felt, it’s never quite enough, this session is for you. Join us to explore effective strategies for handling irregular income, mastering common expenses, receiving valuable tips on expense management, and gearing up for student life with a focus on debt preparation. Get ready to take control of your finances! 

All Things Banking including Fraud Prevention  (Presented by Kindred Credit Union)

Tuesday, Jan. 23 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Register to save your spot.

Learn all about Banking with Kindred Credit Union. In this workshop you will learn about the different types of financial institutions and how to choose the right bank account. As technology transforms the way we bank, the risks of fraud and identity theft are on the rise, especially in the mobile era. Join us to not only unravel knowledge about the different account types, but also gain knowledge on how to handle identity theft and safeguard your information. Let’s navigate the modern banking landscape together and ensure your financial safety!  

Credit with Confidence (Presented by D&A Group Services)

Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Register to save your spot.

Learn all things Credit with Dollars and Sense and D&A Group Services! In this session, you will learn about how credit can affect your financial well-being, types of credit, how to use your credit, and how to create a strategy to improve your credit. Walk away learning how to Credit with Confidence.

Investing 101 (Presented by TD)

Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Register to save your spot.

Learn all things Investing with TD! In this workshop you will learn about methods of investment that can lead to an investment plan for you. Learn about your internal drivers, foundational knowledge of investment strategies and awareness of how to get started. Basics of Tax Free Savings Accounts, First Time Home buyers accounts to Registered Retirement Savings Plan.