This November, London Public Library is proud to offer a wide range of free financial literacy programs during Financial Literacy Month.
We’ve partnered with expert organizations committed to helping Londoners better understand money and make informed financial decisions. We're excited to continue our ongoing partnership with Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) to offer access to practical knowledge.
If you're looking to pay down debt, start budgeting, save for retirement, or simply feel more confident about your financial choices, these sessions are designed to meet you where you're at.
Programs With Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA)
Nine free CPA-led sessions will take place throughout November at Library branches across the city, with topics covering debt management and long-term planning.
Monday, November 3, 12-1pm, Central Library
Thursday, November 6, 6-7pm, Bostwick Branch Library
Monday, November 10, 12-1pm, Central Library
Tuesday, November 11, 7-8pm, Masonville Branch Library
Monday, November 24, 12-1pm, Central Library
Friday, November 28, 11am-12pm, Lambeth Branch Library
Managing Finances in Retirement
Monday, November 17, 12-1pm, Central Library
Tuesday, November 18, 11am-12pm, Landon Branch Library
Thursday, November 20, 2-3pm, Cherryhill Branch Library
Programs with Rights and Responsibilities Awareness Initiative (RRAI)
This fall we’re also partnering once again with the Rights and Responsibilities Awareness Initiative (RRAI) to present two financial literacy programs delivered by Royal Bank of Canada staff.
These sessions are especially focused on supporting newcomers to Canada, helping participants understand the basics of Canada’s banking and credit systems, and learn how to recognize and avoid scams and identity theft, with real-life examples.
Protecting Yourself From Financial Fraud
Wednesday, October 15, 7-8pm, Cherryhill Branch Library
Financial Literacy for Newcomers
Friday, November 21, 2-3pm, Bostwick Branch Library
Financial Literacy at London Public Libary
We want to help Londoners reduce stress around money and plan for a more secure future. Financial literacy is an essential life skill, and these programs are about making that knowledge accessible and approachable.
London Public Library is a member of a city-wide working group committed to improving the availability of financial literacy resources in London, particularly for low-income and equity-denied residents. Together, we also support the delivery of free community tax clinics every spring. This work continues throughout the year.
Looking ahead to the winter, the Library is once again partnering with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to offer online tax education sessions. These free programs will help people understand their personal tax returns, learn about benefits and credits, and get answers to questions about filing and eligibility.
If you have a specific question, are planning for the future, or want to understand more about how money works, our programs are a welcoming place to start.
Bring your questions, your curiosity, and come learn with experts who are here to help!