Welcome! You’ve opened a very valuable book.
Whether you’re a student, educator, caregiver, or Elder – you’re here because you are interested in a topic that’s important to all of us. Namely, how to use and manage money wisely and, in so doing, build your financial confidence and achieve financial well-being.
My sincere hope is that this resource will help provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make responsible financial decisions throughout your life. This could include how to create a budget and stick to it, manage debt, and/or effectively save for important milestones such as school, a home, or retirement.
Building financial knowledge is crucial – especially when you’re young. IG Wealth Management understands that Indigenous communities, and especially Indigenous youth, have been historically underserved when it comes to getting access to culturally relevant resources that help build their financial confidence. This is why IG and the Canadian Foundation for Economic Education (CFEE) have partnered with Indigenous community leaders, such as Damon Johnston, President and CEO of the Aboriginal Council of Winnipeg, and Vanessa Everett, Acting CEO of the Keewatin Economic Development Corporation. Both were heavily involved in the adaptation and development of this new resource.
So, if you’re a young person who’s looking for some valuable money basics, this is a great place to start. Indigenous Peoples’ Money and Youth will help you learn to think about money differently and to make better financial decisions.
If you’re a teacher, caregiver, or Elder, thank you for helping to empower the next generation. You’re making a difference by sharing this resource and starting a conversation that can be life changing.
Finally, thank you to CFEE, Damon Johnston, and Vanessa Everett for their expertise and care in adapting this resource to serve Indigenous youth. We’re proud to support their efforts.
To access the digital version of this resource, visit:
MoneyAndYouthIndigenous.com
Damon Murchison
President and Chief Executive Officer
IG Wealth Management