Financial Literacy Month begins with ‘Talk Money’ campaign

Financial Literacy Month began Sunday with a federal campaign encouraging Canadians to discuss everyday money decisions and build confidence in managing their finances.

The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada announced the 2026 theme, “Talk Money,” in an October 30 release. The agency says the month will highlight conversations about budgeting, banking needs, debt and fraud prevention.

FCAC’s November calendar lists events and resources from participating organizations. The agency notes that listed third-party events are not endorsed by the Government of Canada, so users should review the organizer and terms before registering or providing personal information.

For households in Montréal and across Canada, the practical starting points are straightforward: review current bank fees and account use, discuss shared financial responsibilities, and learn how to recognize common fraud approaches. FCAC also offers free budgeting and financial-literacy tools on Canada.ca.

The campaign provides general education, not investment recommendations or individualized financial advice.

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