Enhancing Financial Literacy for Better Decision-Making

Advocis's Financial Literacy Month is part of a national initiative held every November in Canada to promote awareness and understanding of personal finance among Canadians. Advocis, the Financial Advisors Association of Canada, plays a key role by offering free educational resources and sessions to help people make informed financial decisions.

What It Is:

Advocis’s Financial Literacy Month campaign is:

• A public service effort to improve Canadians’ financial knowledge.
• Focused on topics like budgeting, saving, investing, insurance, estate planning, and retirement.
• Delivered by volunteer financial advisors who are Advocis members.

Key Features

• Advocis offers one-on-one financial advice sessions with qualified advisors.
• Workshops and webinars: These are open to schools, workplaces, and community groups.
• Resources: Guides and tools on their website to help people understand key financial concepts.

Why It Matters:

Many Canadians face challenges managing money—especially during life transitions or economic uncertainty. Advocis’s Financial Literacy Month aims to:

• Empower people with practical knowledge,
• Help reduce financial stress,
• Promote access to qualified, professional advice.

Learn more at Advocis.ca

The information provided is based on current laws, regulations and other rules applicable to Canadian residents. It is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the date of publication. Rules and their interpretation may change, affecting the accuracy of the information. The information provided is general in nature, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice in any specific situation. For specific situations, advice should be obtained from the appropriate legal, accounting, tax or other professional advisors.