Next session begins:

September 2026

Location

On Zoom!

Day & Time

To be announced!

Individuals We Support

Young adults, individuals, and families looking to better understand their finances and build stronger money habits.

Format

Group setting (online delivery; in-person available through partner organizations)

Program Outcomes

Gain budgeting skills, understand spending habits, build confidence, and take clear steps toward financial stability.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Financial Literacy for Real Life.

Dollars and Sense is our signature program. Over eight weeks, we cover the essential building blocks of money management in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

“In addition to our group classes, our experienced facilitators are available to answer your personal money questions one on one.”

8 free weekly sessions delivered on Zoom.

Personalized 1:1 support from experienced facilitators.

No financial jargon - just plain language.

Comprehensive workbook and digital tools included.

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1:1 ACCESS TO FACILITATORS

WEEK-BY-WEEK

What You’ll Learn

1

Your Relationship with Money

Explore your values, feelings, and assumptions about money to understand your spending habits.

2

Budgeting

Understand how to create a budget and why budgets are the foundation of your financial security.

3

Consumerism

Learn what consumerism is and how it impacts your overall financial well-being.

4

Saving & Investing (Part 1)

Master the process of setting goals and understand the power of compound interest.

5

Saving & Investing (Part 2)

Explore different types of savings and investing solutions to achieve your unique goals.

6

Banking & Financial Services

Understand your rights and responsibilities as a banking consumer in Canada.

7

Credit & Debt Management (Part 1)

Learn about different credit products and strategies to manage them effectively.

8

Credit & Debt Management (Part 2)

Explore practical, proven ways to improve your credit score and maintain it.

I have learned a lot over the past few weeks. I am so motivated and inspired that I have opened a long-term investment account with my husband. I am also working hard on my budgeting. Thanks to you, I am gaining more confidence in managing my finances.

- Dollars & Sense Graduate

Program Logistics

Weekly Commitment

Once a week for 8 weeks. Each session is approximately 2 hours.

Format

Group setting (online delivery; in-person available through partner organizations)

Registration

Community Zoom program open year-round. Partner organizations are welcome to email throughout the year for requests.

Personal Support

Access to one-on-one time with facilitators for your personal questions.

Next session begins:

September 2026

Location

On Zoom!

Day & Time

To be announced!

Start Your Journey

Join our waitlist or register for the September session. Classes are kept small to ensure personalized support for every participant.

Register for Next Session
ALWAYS CONFIDENTIAL AND 100% FREE

“I have made changes in my life such as budgeting my finances and started to put money away for savings. I have a plan to pay off my debt. And also decided to go back to school. A lot has changed for the better for me and my children in just a few short weeks! I feel incredible to be able to take control of my finances now.”

- Dollars & Sense Graduate

“Thank you for this incredible FREE program! I think this program is beneficial for ANYONE who is looking to take control of their finances and start bettering their future, today! Thank you Jennifer and all supporting businesses who helped make this possible.”

- Dollars & Sense Graduate

SUPPORT THIS PROGRAM

Help a neighbour strengthen their future.

It costs approximately $150 to fund a full participant through the Dollars and Sense program. Your donation directly covers the costs of materials and local facilitator time.

So non-judgemental. Simple. Doable. Hopeful.

- Dollars & Sense Graduate