Financial Basics in Canada

Please join this session on Canadian financial literacy to learn more about the following topics:

Topics covered:

• What are credit and debit accounts?
• Opening a bank account
• Understanding bank cards in Canada
• What newcomers need to know about credit.
• Why does having a good credit score matter?
• Tips for good credit history
• What are some basic investment/saving options for students?

• An overview of financial basics topics by advisors at Royal Bank of Canada
• Q&A session

You will have the option to submit questions when you register. You'll also be able to ask questions during the session. We will answer as many questions as we can.

To participate in this session, you will need to register, have access to the internet and a working computer. Registered participants will be provided with a link in advance to access the online space.

For information on privacy and security with Zoom, please visit: https://www.sfu.ca/information-systems/services/zoom/privacy-and-security.html

Please note that while this is intended for the SFU community, by nature of this being on a public website, others may end up joining and we cannot assure privacy. By clicking on the link and joining, you acknowledge that you are participating in a public online event. Upon entering the online space, please mute your microphone and turn off your camera. You may choose to turn these on during the Q&A session.

For any questions regarding this workshop, please contact [email protected].

Host or Publisher SFU International Services for Students