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22 June 2023
Author: Carrie Wong and Nandita Bijur

Via OMSAA's June Blog

Now more than ever Canadians are recognizing the importance of financial well-being – achieving peace of mind about our financial situation, feeling secure in our ability to absorb a money setback, and having the freedom to make choices that allow us to enjoy life. However, research shows that 63% of Canadians living on low-income are very concerned about their ability to meet basic expenses and that 54% of Canadians with income under $50,000 say they are in poor or terrible financial shape. Financial stress severely impacts our physical, emotional, and mental health.

30 March 2023
Author: Anitha Thillainathan
As a society, we often perceive education as a powerful tool that opens a world of opportunities, including a way to overcome financial hardships. Through education, individuals can secure employment and improve their standard of living. While education can serve as a steppingstone towards financial stability, it is important to recognize that without the right resources, it can be difficult to attain financial independence.
 
5 December 2022
Author: Ana Fremont
After 18 years as the leader of Community Financial Counselling Services (CFCS) in Winnipeg, Executive Director John Silver, is retiring from a career of outstanding service to the community.

An unwavering force for good, John has led the CFCS team with courage, empathy, determination, and integrity. Under John’s visionary leadership, CFCS enhanced and expanded a range of financial empowerment programs designed to reduce poverty and increase the financial capacity of all Manitobans, all longstanding issues of equity that were only exacerbated during the pandemic.
 
8 September 2021
Author: Wendy Abbott-Serroul
The Working Centre helps Nimaa, a single mother and newcomer to Canada, shed light on the unique financial challenges she experienced as an Arab woman and helps her secure benefits and financial support. Also, and importantly, they help her find the confidence to manage her own money and budget ensuring her future is brighter and full of possibility. 
8 September 2021
Author: Wendy Abbott-Serroul
As we celebrate the retirement of financial empowerment champions, Katie Walker and Hélène Ménard, we take the time to reflect on their legacy of work, the impact they’ve had in their organizations and community and the ingredients that make them true champions of financial empowerment.
 
As they embark on their next chapter, it is clear they’ll be leaving big shoes to fill.
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