Are you a student from Grade 5 to 10 who wants to learn more about financial concepts? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run your own small business? Do you have a good idea of which skills will be critical for long-term career success? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you will not want to miss this event!

The Economic Planning Board for BC has partnered with Junior Achievement Canada, a well-established non-profit financial literacy organization, to deliver a special day of programming for Ismaili youth. A recognized consultancy conducted research that found that participants are:

• 50% more likely to open their own business.
• Earning 50% higher average income.
• 3 times more likely to hold senior or middle management positions.
• 25% less likely to be unemployed.
• 3 times less likely to spend more than they earn.

The following half-day seminars will be available at no cost:

Business Basics for Grades 5 and 6

• Work together in teams to plan a small business start-up.
• Make key business decisions, from pricing to staffing.
• Practice job interviews.
• Experiment with different methods of production through a hands-on activity.
• Create and present effective advertising campaigns.

Dollars with Sense for Grades 7 and 8

• Acquire knowledge and understanding of broad range of financial concepts and practice.
• Use critical thinking skills to make sound financial decisions.
• Communicate understanding of a range of financial and money management concepts.
• Apply and express acquired financial knowledge in oral and written forms.

Economics for Success for Grades 9 and 10

• Understand how every opportunity is a stepping-stone to success.
• Realize the financial constraints and demands of independence.
• Develop employability and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Identify resources needed to support a life-long career journey. 

To register, please visit: www.surveymonkey.com/r/GVHN3KF. If your child attended last year and they wish to attend a different session; that may be arranged.

To see a video on Junior Achievement's offering, please visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTmryDIQq6s&list=TLnYthyv3YnUxj-flMONCyP7Z_a4HjvyWF

For more information about Junior Achievement please visit: http://british-columbia.jacan.org/

There is no cost for this event and refreshments will be provided, however space is limited so please register at your earliest. If you have any questions please email us at economicplanningboardbc@gmail.com.