These are all questions about personal finance that seem daunting to someone who's just starting to handle being self-reliant for the first time.
And they're important questions too — financial freedom is a skill that needs to be trained from very early on — far before you ever land a job or get your first cheque.
A three-day personal finance summer program — equipping you with the knowledge to make confident money decisions for life. Designed for students entering Grades 8–11, the program covers real-world topics including budgeting, taxes, buying a home, and more — taught by working professionals who live these decisions every day.
Program fee: $25 to apply - $799 + GST per student — early applications are encouraged.
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Jee-Woon brings specialized experience having provided financial education to Olympic athletes, the UBC School of Medicine, and major healthcare organizations. He empowers young professionals to master foundational money principles, helping them regain total control over their time and energy. A recognized voice in the industry, he has appeared in The Globe and Mail and amassed over half a million views for his digital content on financial literacy.
This workshop will cover the true costs of buying a car, from financing and insurance to depreciation and hidden fees, helping you make a confident and informed decision.
Born into a family of educators in Taiwan and a scholarship recipient at SUNY Buffalo, Rosa founded Quantum Academy in 2009 after building a reputation for high standards in Richmond and Vancouver. Her philosophy — that rigorous academics and community responsibility are inseparable — shaped an institution focused on university preparation alongside deep civic engagement.
With nearly a decade of public practice experience including time at Ernst & Young, Jerry advises individuals and small businesses on tax compliance, financial reporting, and estate planning. A 2023 graduate of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program, he specializes in Canadian corporate and personal tax planning, regularly supporting corporate reorganizations and succession planning for entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals.
Raised in New Westminster within a real estate family, Paisley developed hands-on mastery of property management long before earning her licence from the UBC Sauder School of Business. By 21 she had purchased her first home and successfully house hacked to build early equity. With a background in high-stakes contract negotiation from Vancouver's film industry, she now helps clients build long-term wealth through smart and transparent real estate decisions.
This workshop will cover the true costs of buying a car, from financing and insurance to depreciation and hidden fees, helping you make a confident and informed decision.
A three-day personal finance summer program — equipping you with the knowledge to make confident money decisions for life. Designed for students entering Grades 8–11, the program covers real-world topics including budgeting, taxes, buying a home, and more — taught by working professionals who live these decisions every day.
Program fee: $25 to apply - $799 + GST per student • Spaces are limited — early applications are encouraged.
Send In Your Application