I have a great list of resources, including the ones listed below, that will help you learn more about the different topics covered in this book. However, because I’m constantly finding fantastic new ones, it made sense to move this list online, where I can update it regularly. Visit any time at cpacanada.ca/moneysmartkids. There’s no registration or password needed. Other readers stop by often and have frequently made excellent suggestions for me to check out and add.
CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy Resources
www.cpacanada.ca/finlitresources
Government of Canada Websites
www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/programs/financial-literacy.html
The Ontario Securities Commission
Manitoba Securities Commission
Helps you find the best rates on mortgages, credit cards, investing, life insurance, savings and bank accounts:
ABC Life Literacy Canada
abclifeliteracy.ca/financial-literacy
Additional Information on RESPs
www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid.html
www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/tpcs/resp-reee/menu-eng.html
Financial Literacy in the Classroom
www.utm.utoronto.ca/main-news/money-utm-expands-personal-finance-course-meet-demand
www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/finances/money-smart
calendar.ualberta.ca/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=20&coid= 176110
oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/pls/public/gscw030?owa_no_site=1318& owa_no_fiche=7
Apps
There are many money apps that are suitable for young children:
• Savings Spree, by the makers of the multi-slotted piggy bank, teaches kids how to save for short-term goals, spend wisely by making frugal decisions, donate to others, or invest money so it will grow to meet long-term goals like university.
• Bankaroo is a virtual bank for kids that teaches them to budget, save up for goals, and spend responsibly.
• iAllowance Lite lets parents manage their kids’ allowance, setting it up weekly or paying out special rewards. It can also track chores and send out push reminders.