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Clinique de Cyber-Criminologie (in French only)

The Clinique de Cyber-Criminologie (in French only) of the Université de Montréal offers support services for victims of online fraud. The aim of these services is to help victims regain their confidence and reduce their vulnerability to fraud, while providing them with solutions tailored to their specific needs. Thanks to its team of students trained in criminology and victim intervention, the clinic offers personalised short-, medium- and long-term support.

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SAFE Women

SAFE Women is a professional development training course to help financial literacy educators understand and apply trauma- and violence-informed approaches (TVIA) when supporting women.

Adopter: Families Canada

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A targeted savings program

A program designed to help low-income individuals achieve financial stability through savings and workshops.

Adopter: Anonymous organization

Finding

In 2021, one in five Canadians with a health condition said their condition made it difficult to deal with their bank.

Initiative: Survey of Consumers' Awareness of their Financial Rights and Responsibilities

Adopter: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada

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Most people protect themselves online, but some are still vulnerable to cyberattacks and financial loss.

The financial information of nearly 40% of Canadians will be targeted through phishing or hacking. These cyberattacks can cause serious financial and emotional distress.

Source: FCAC Monthly Financial Well-being Monitor

The analysis is based on research and the findings supplied by the adopters of the National Financial Literacy Strategy Measurement Plan. The related findings can be found at the bottom of this page.

Source: Canadian Internet Use Survey

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Almost 1 in 3 Canadians face challenges because of bank branch closures.

Branch closures can create difficulties for Canadians, especially for those who are unable to manage their finances online due to limited digital access.

The analysis is based on research and the findings supplied by the adopters of the National Financial Literacy Strategy Measurement Plan. The related findings can be found at the bottom of this page.

Source: Survey of Canadians' Use of Banking Products and Services

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Fintech apps help some people save.

Many Canadians find building up savings to be challenging. For example, only half of Canadian households have an emergency savings fund that would cover 3 months of expenses. Through sharing data with financial technology or “fintech” providers, Canadians can access digital tools that can help encourage positive financial behaviours.

Source: FCAC Monthly Financial Well-being Monitor

The analysis is based on research and the findings supplied by the adopters of the National Financial Literacy Strategy Measurement Plan. The related findings can be found at the bottom of this page.

Source: QUBER App

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Most people don’t know when it’s financially beneficial to borrow money.

Borrowing money can be beneficial, but it can also be difficult to know when it should be avoided. Knowing when and how to borrow money helps people avoid unnecessary debt and make better financial decisions.

The analysis is based on research and the findings supplied by the adopters of the National Financial Literacy Strategy Measurement Plan. The related findings can be found at the bottom of this page.

Source: Canadian Financial Capability Survey

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The costs of homebuying are unclear to many.

Unclear or confusing costs can lead to unexpected financial strain and stress when buying a home. Having a clear understanding of all the costs involved in buying a home is essential to make an informed financial decision, create an effective budget, and avoid unexpected debt.

The analysis is based on research and the findings supplied by the adopters of the National Financial Literacy Strategy Measurement Plan. The related findings can be found at the bottom of this page.

Source: Canadian Financial Capability Survey, Mortgage Consumer Survey

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Saving habits can help reduce money stress in the workplace.

Stress about finances can affect workplace productivity. Developing good saving habits can alleviate financial worries, leading to a more focused and productive work environment.

The analysis is based on research and the findings supplied by the adopters of the National Financial Literacy Strategy Measurement Plan. The related findings can be found at the bottom of this page.

Source: QUBER App

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