Money Smarts for Grades 7 & 8 (Budgeting & Expenses)

What is budgeting and expenses?

This engaging program helps gr 7 & 8 students build real‑world money skills by exploring budgeting, earning income, saving, and setting meaningful goals. They learn how to make thoughtful choices between needs and wants, understand how their skills connect to future earning potential, and discover why saving—even in small amounts—can create big results over time. The session also introduces S.M.A.R.T. goal setting to help students turn their dreams into achievable plans. 


Presenter's bio: 

This workshop is facilitated by Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada). CPA Canada is one of the largest national accounting organizations globally, representing over 220,000 members. It promotes transparency in financial markets, prepares members for a changing business environment, and contributes to standard setting and public policy. It also collaborates with international bodies to strengthen the global accounting profession. For more information, visit www.cpacanada.ca