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SUMMARY:Dealing with Credit and Debt
DESCRIPTION:We live in a world of cheap\, available credit. In this workshop\, we’ll explore the good and bad types of credit\, when it’s wise to use a type of credit\, what your rights and responsibilities are when using credit\, how to build a good credit score\, and why it matters. \nPresented in partnership with Vancouver Public Library. \nTo join this Zoom event you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with internet access. A link and password to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program. \nREGISTER NOW\n 
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/dealing-with-credit-and-debt/
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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SUMMARY:Understanding Consumerism Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Our world is constantly equating happiness with buying and consuming material things. Ads surround us with messages encouraging us to want\, buy\, and have MORE. This workshop tackles how to manage the influence of consumerism\, and the impact on our environment and us. \nPresented in partnership Vancouver Public Library. \nTo join this free Zoom workshop you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with internet access. A link to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/understanding-consumerism-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T042416
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SUMMARY:Budgeting and Financial Goal Setting
DESCRIPTION:Budgeting is one of the most valuable tools for taking control of our money. Learn how to track income and expenses to provide a road map for achieving financial wellness\, how to set short\, medium\, and long term financial goals\, along with strategies for living within your budget.  \nPresented in partnership with VPL.  \nTo join this free online event you will need a computer\, tablet\, or phone with the Zoom app.  \nPlease register. Registration is not required\, but it helps us anticipate attendance. We will send a reminder the day before the event\, and any updates about this program\, to registrants. 
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/budgeting-and-financial-goal-setting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:info@vpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240409T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T042416
CREATED:20240327T010510Z
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SUMMARY:Saving for Retirement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop guides you through developing and executing a retirement plan\, regardless of income. We’ll explain government funding resources like the Canada Pension Plan (CPP)\, Old Age Security (OAS)\, and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). We also cover Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) and Tax Free Savings Plans (TFSAs) to strategically reduce taxes now. \nPresented in partnership with Vancouver Public Library \nRegistration encouraged\, but not required: REGISTER HERE \nWe will send a reminder the day before the event\, and any updates about this program to registrants. \nTo join the event you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with the Zoom app.\nEVENT LINK \n 
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/saving-for-retirement-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T042416
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SUMMARY:CELEBRATE FAMILY DAY WITH FSGV & VPL
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Services of Greater Vancouver as we celebrate Family Day with Vancouver Public Library! \nOn Saturday\, February 17 come see us in the promenade at Central Branch from 10am to 2pm where we will: \n👉 Have colouring activities for kids \n👉 Chat with you about what’s tough for your family \n👉 Refer you to resources and programming that’d be a good fit for your family \n👉 Discuss the problems we’re seeing families face – and the solutions FSGV is working toward \nWe’ve teamed up with the folks at VPL to strengthen families in our community. You define family; we support it. That means connecting you and your family to what you need: \nFeeling the stress of ever-increasing inflation and cost of living?\nFinancial Empowerment is here for you with 1-on-1 coaching and workshops on budgeting\, maximizing benefits\, registered savings\, and taxes. \nLooking for supports to boost what you know about your child’s emotional\, physical\, and mental development?\nWe have programs focused on parenting. \nHave you or your child survived some form of abuse?\nWe have free Trauma Counselling for parents and children who have faced things nobody should have to. \nCome tell us what family is to you and we’ll chat about what we can do to support yours.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/family-day-2024/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library\, 350 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6B1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240109T143000
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SUMMARY:Surviving Inflation and Rising Interest Rates
DESCRIPTION:Are rising interest rates and inflation affecting your ability to budget? In this workshop\, participants will receive tips on revising their budget by prioritizing expenses and exploring how to approach investing during financially uncertain times. \nTo join this event you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with internet access. A link and password to join the session will be sent by email ahead of the program.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/surviving-inflation-and-rising-interest-rates/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:info@vpl.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231205T143000
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SUMMARY:Money and Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Navigating money as a couple can be tricky – it’s one of the top three things couples argue about. Given that we all have different histories with and beliefs about money\, this struggle makes sense. In this workshop\, we invite you to explore your personal relationship to money and introduce communication strategies for talking about money with a partner. \nTo join this Zoom event you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with internet access. (It is ideal to have a webcam and microphone\, though this is not essential). A link and password to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/money-and-relationships/
LOCATION:Teams
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:info@vpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231107T143000
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SUMMARY:Saving and Investing
DESCRIPTION:Want to save for your future but unsure of where to begin? We’ll walk you through the types of registered investment vehicles (like RRSPs\, TFSAs\, RESPs\, and RDSPs) and investment options like GICs\, stocks\, bonds\, mutual funds\, and index funds. This free workshop aims to show you how to navigate the benefits\, risks\, and fees to figure out which best fit your goals. \nTo join this Zoom event you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with internet access. (It is ideal to have a webcam and microphone\, though this is not essential). A link and password to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/saving-and-investing-4/
LOCATION:Teams
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:info@vpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231010T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T042416
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SUMMARY:Credit and Debt
DESCRIPTION:Explore the good and bad types of credit\, when it’s wise to use credit\, your rights and responsibilities for using credit\, and how to build a good credit score – you’ll even leave understanding why having good credit matters. Along the way\, learn to avoid credit debt and how to get out from under debt. \nTo join this Zoom event you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with internet access. (It is ideal to have a webcam and microphone\, though this is not essential). A link and password to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/credit-and-debt/
LOCATION:Teams
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:info@vpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231003T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T042416
CREATED:20230916T000706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230916T000706Z
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SUMMARY:Banks and Credit Unions
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, participants will learn about account types\, service options\, and basic investments. This introductory workshop will help demystify personal banking and give participants the tools to make informed choices and reduce banking costs. \nTo join this Zoom event you will need a computer\, tablet or phone with internet access. (It is ideal to have a webcam and microphone\, though this is not essential). A link and password to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/banks-and-credit-unions-7/
LOCATION:Teams
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230808T143000
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CREATED:20230629T231727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T231727Z
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SUMMARY:Surviving Inflation & Rising Interest Rates (English)
DESCRIPTION:Join our Financial Empowerment program with VPL for a free online workshop about making the most of your money. \nIn this workshop you will learn tips on revising your budget by prioritizing expenses\, strategizing for saving\, and exploring how to approach investing during these financially uncertain times.  \nTo join this Zoom event\, you will need a computer\, tablet\, or phone with internet access. (It is ideal to have a webcam and microphone\, though this is not essential). A link and password to join the Zoom session will be sent to by email ahead of the program.  \nPresented in English.  \nTo register:\nhttps://vpl.bibliocommons.com/events/64909bdf791fbe5543794d88
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/surviving-inflation-rising-interest-rates-english/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T042416
CREATED:20230629T230213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T230356Z
UID:10000891-1689253200-1689258600@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Types of Credit (English)
DESCRIPTION:Join our Financial Empowerment program with VPL for a free online workshop covering all things credit. \nExplore the good and bad types of credit\, when it’s wise to use credit\, your rights and responsibilities for using credit\, and how to build a good credit score — you’ll even leave understanding why having good credit matters. Along the way learn to avoid credit debt and how to get out from under debt.  \nTo join this Zoom event\, you will need a computer\, tablet\, or phone with internet access. (It is ideal to have a webcam and microphone\, though this is not essential). A link and password to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program.  \nPresented in English.  \nTo register:\nhttps://vpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6474edbf5a33d42800ce29d8
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/types-of-credit-english/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:info@vpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230314T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230314T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T042416
CREATED:20230216T010103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T010103Z
UID:10000729-1678798800-1678804200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Frauds and Scams
DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces ways you can protect yourself from phishing scams\, identity theft\, and banking scams as well as what to do if you have been scammed.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/frauds-and-scams/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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