Money Life Lessons

Welcome to Money Life Lessons, your trusted resource for Canadian personal finance, money management, and financial literacy in Ontario.

My name is Kevin, and I’m an intermediate elementary teacher with a passion for helping Canadians build strong financial skills. This site was created to give you clear, practical, and easy-to-understand information about managing your money, investing wisely, and making informed financial decisions — whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your current financial plan.

What You’ll Find on Money Life Lessons

Money Life Lessons is organized into key financial topics such as:

Investing in Canada
TFSAs and FHSAs
Budgeting and Money Management
Inflation and Economic Trends
Consumer Awareness and Smart Spending

Each blog post includes real financial strategies, examples, and lessons I’ve learned over the years — including the mistakes I made, so you don’t have to repeat them. My goal is to give you practical tools and straightforward guidance to help you make confident, informed financial decisions.

Financial Literacy for Ontario Students and Educators

As financial literacy becomes more integrated into Ontario’s school curriculum, this site also offers free financial literacy resources for teachers. You can download grade-specific lessons and activities designed to help students build money skills early.

If you have questions or need support with financial education, feel free to reach out through the Contact Me page.

Stay Updated With the Latest Canadian Finance Insights

I regularly update Money Life Lessons with new articles, curriculum resources, and timely posts based on current economic events and money trends in Canada. Check back often, or join the email list below to receive updates directly in your inbox.

Take control of your financial future — one lesson at a time.

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