Prosper Canada expands economic opportunity for Canadians living in poverty through program and policy innovation.
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Jun 11
Financial wellness support can make a difference.
Our FWFN Phase 2 Summary Report shows how community-based services help Indigenous individuals access tax filing, identification, benefits, financial coaching, and other supports.
Read the report ➡️
bit.ly/4v6pRZm
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Jun 11
What are you paying to buy, sell or hold an investment?
@CIRO_OCRI encourages investors to ask about fees and costs that affect investment returns.
Read the guide ➡️ bit.ly/4snGRZB
#FinancialLiteracy #InvestorProtection #InvestingCanada #PersonalFinance
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Jun 10
One day left to register.
Join Prosper Canada and partners on June 11 for a discussion on findings from Phase Two of the Building Financial Wellness in First Nations project.
🗓️ June 11⏰ 1:00 PM EDT
➡️ bit.ly/4tJiyGz
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If someone you care about is being lured by a scammer, there are steps you can take to help protect them.
@smarter_money offers these helpful tips ➡️ bit.ly/4uTrABl
#consumerprotection #scams #staysafeonline #fraudprevention
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A few minutes now could help you avoid a costly scam later.
Test your scam-spotting skills with the @CdnBankers anti-scam quizzes. They’re quick, easy to use and built to help Canadians recognize common fraud warning signs ➡️ bit.ly/49JdXMC
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Looking for help with budgeting, debt repayment, mortgage planning, retirement income or comparing bank accounts and credit cards?
The Canadian Government has free financial tools and calculators that can help you make more informed money decisions ➡️ bit.ly/4ag1Uq3
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May 28
Money stress? You don’t have to handle it alone.
The @lautorite reminds Canadians to review their budget, ask for help with debt or savings questions, and check whether financial professionals are authorized before working with them ➡️ bit.ly/4x9c45Y
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May 26
The high cost of living is a mental health issue.
Financial stress, food insecurity, housing costs and limited access to support can all affect mental well-being.
Stronger action on poverty and affordability is needed ➡️ bit.ly/4wRBox8
via @MHCC_
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May 21
Looking for practical money tools?
@CanGovernment has resources on budgeting, credit scores, banking, insurance, retirement planning and more with this free toolkit ➡️ bit.ly/3PvUdoQ
#moneymanagement #budgeting
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May 20
Prosper Canada’s work helps more people access the tools and support they need to build lasting financial security.
Join us in making an impact. Support our work here. All donations will be doubled until the end of June ➡️
bit.ly/4dycYRz
#Donate
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May 20
Debt can feel stressful, but understanding how it works is the first step to eliminating it.
Learn how to list what you owe, compare repayment strategies and build stronger money habits with this helpful article from @abclifeliteracy ➡️ bit.ly/4fDNmnE
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May 14
Occasional and unexpected expenses can throw off a budget quickly.
This @smarter_money resource shares practical tips for planning ahead, building a savings buffer and preparing for costs that don’t come every month ➡️ bit.ly/4u7ujqd
#emergencysavings #savingstips
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May 14
Rising costs are putting pressure on families across Canada. This story highlights how financial empowerment services can help people access support, build stability and find a clearer way forward.
Watch here ➡️ bit.ly/48UpubA
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May 13
"$2B gets left on the table every year because people are having trouble filing their taxes,” our VP of strategy Adam Fair told @TheWindsorStar
We are pleased @FamServWE is receiving $700,000 over 3 years through our Resilient Futures initiative
➡️ bit.ly/3P3zkRI
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May 12
Scams are getting harder to spot.
@CdnBankers Cyber Security Toolkit shares simple tips to help protect your money, personal information, and online accounts.
Get the toolkit ➡️ bit.ly/48XzEIq
#fraudprevention #cybersecurity #onlinesafety #fraud #consumerprotection
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May 12
Our board members are supporting our matching campaign because they want to help people access free financial support, file taxes, claim benefits, manage debt, and build stability. Donate by June 30 and your gift is doubled 💙🧡 ➡️ bit.ly/4dycYRz
#Donate
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Scams are getting harder to spot.
@scotiabank's Cybersecurity and Fraud Hub shares practical tips on common scams, fraud prevention, online safety, and what to do if you notice suspicious activity.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4cUJ2Po
#scams #fraud #cybersecurity
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Waiting days to access your own money can make it harder to pay rent, buy groceries, or cover bills.
Prosper Canada’s submission calls for clearer, shorter cheque hold rules so people can access their funds faster.
Read the submission here ➡️ bit.ly/4wcZHoQ
#CdnPoli
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Free online microcourses can be a simple way to build practical money skills.
RBC on campus is sharing free microcourses on personal finance and entrepreneurship, available online.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4tleuLn
#freecourse #freefinancecourse
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Many people who need support are not getting it.
New research from the The Canadian Tax Observatory says 84% of people with disabilities do not have Disability Tax Credit certification.
Read the report ➡️ bit.ly/42gT3jJ
#disabilitytaxcredit #CanadaDisabilityBenefit
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