How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
the school curriculum in my province gives me the skills and knowledge I need to take care of my personal finances
What is something about personal finances that you wish you knew more about?
111 responded out of 113 polled
16
What do you want the government/decision-makers to understand about young people’s financial situations right now?
103 responded out of 111 polled
Financial Literacy: What U-Reporters Have to Say
What is something about personal finances that you wish you knew more about?
• How to invest money
• How to budget, manage, and save money effectively
• How to file taxes and how taxes work
• How to get a loan and pay off debt
What do you want the government/decision-makers to understand about young people’s financial situations right now?
• School curriculums need to focus more on financial literacy. Many young people do not have the knowledge and understanding required to manage money, and it’s challenging to find information/ resources that are free and objective.
• Young people today are facing a different economy than previous generations. It’s difficult to enter the job market, and many young people’s wages are not enough to afford cost of living.
• More bursaries, scholarships, and support with student debt are needed. Tuition fees are too high for many to afford and finding a job after post-secondary school is not a certainty.
