Long-standing funding support helps close critical gaps in youth financial education in Canada
JA Canada
Financial literacy has never been more essential for young people.
As students navigate a more complex financial landscape, access to practical financial education is critical for long-term success.
With long-standing support from TD Bank Group, JA Canada continues to advance youth financial empowerment nationwide.
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Financial literacy has never been more essential for young people. As students navigate an increasingly complex financial landscape, shaped by rising living costs, new technologies, and shifting economic realities, access to practical financial education is becoming a critical tool for long-term success.
Junior Achievement Canada has been actively addressing through its strong commitment to youth financial empowerment, supported by long-standing funding from TD Bank Group.
According to the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, financial literacy has taken on increased importance in today’s ever more complex financial world. This reality continues to shape JA Canada’s approach to equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to make informed financial decisions.
As JA Canada’s National Financial Literacy Sponsor, TD supports both program development and innovation, as well as the delivery of Dollars with Sense, a foundational program designed to help students understand money management in real-life contexts. Through this collaboration, thousands of young people are gaining practical tools that support everyday financial confidence and responsible decision-making.
“Effective financial literacy education requires the collaboration of multiple organizations,” said Scott Hillier, President & CEO of JA Canada. “TD amplifies this work by bringing real-world expertise into classrooms and supporting program innovation that helps equip students with practical financial skills for life.”
The impact of these programs is already clear. Among students who have participated in JA Canada’s financial literacy initiatives:
8 in 10 report a stronger understanding of how to manage their money effectively
8 in 10 are more aware of their roles and responsibilities when making purchasing decisions
8 in 10 develop a stronger grasp of borrowing and credit
These outcomes reflect the type of meaningful, skills-based learning experiences that Junior Achievement strives to create across the Americas, supporting the financial health and future resilience of young people.
“As students navigate an increasingly complex financial landscape, JA Canada’s work plays a vital role in helping young people build confidence in everyday money management,” said Robyn Small, Senior Manager, Philanthropy, Sustainability & Corporate Citizenship at TD Bank Group. “That’s why we’re proud to support JA Canada as it continues to expand access to practical financial education that can contribute to long-term financial well-being.”
Looking ahead, with continued support from TD over the next three years, JA Canada aims to reach 80,000 students, further advancing its mission to equip young people with essential financial tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed.
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