Don't let money stress stop your school success.
Get free financial education services from the ATB Centre for Financial Empowerment.
Financial Coaching
Bow Valley College students can get free, confidential financial advice from an unbiased coach:
- Take control of your money
- Manage your budget (sample budget)
- Save for unexpected expenses
- Understand bank accounts and fees
- Manage debt
- Learn the best use of credit cards
- Build your financial wellness
Matched Savings Programs
Earn while you learn! You can earn up to $600 in matched savings while learning tips to help you manage your money and save. Improve your money management skills, save $20, $30, $40, or $50 each month during the semester and we match your savings 3 times. Spend your savings and the bursary (award) on tuition, books and materials for your classes, a laptop, debt repayment, childcare, your children's education (RESP), or emergency savings. Do you have questions about Matched Savings? Contact us at financialcoach@bowvalleycollege.ca.
Matched Savings Bursary
This is a 4-month program (1 semester) for eligible domestic Bow Valley College students. The program is offered in Winter (January to April), Spring (May to August), and Fall (September to December) semesters. Participants attend money management workshops scheduled throughout the semester. Applicants must be registered in a Bow Valley College program and be in good standing. Apply at the Student Awards Portal.
Seasons of Saving
This is a 4-month (1 semester) culturally-appropriate program for eligible First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Bow Valley College students. The program is offered in Winter (January to April), Spring (May to August), and Fall (September to December) semesters. Students participate in Seasons of Savings offered throughout the semester. Applicants must be registered in a Bow Valley College program and be in good standing.
Financial Fitness
Are you ready to get fit? These short workshops give you a chance to explore your financial fitness and set-up a financial workout routine that meets your needs. It is recommended that you participate in both workshops to maximize the benefits of the sessions. Click here to register.
Spring 2022 Schedule
| Date | Time | Workshop |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, May 16, 2022 | 2:30 - 3:45pm | Financial Fitness 1 |
| Monday, May 30, 2022 | 2:30 - 3:45pm | Financial Fitness 2 |
| Friday, June 17, 2022 | 2:30 - 3:45pm | Financial Fitness 1 |
| Friday, June 24, 2022 | 2:30 - 3:45pm | Financial Fitness 2 |
| Monday, July 11, 2022 | 2:30 - 3:45pm | Financial Fitness 1 |
| Monday, July 18, 2022 | 2:30 - 3:45pm | Financial Fitness 2 |
Financial Boot Camps
Get a head start on school by managing your money and finances. In our boot camps offered during New Student Orientation, you can learn about budgeting, banking, credit, and tips for saving money.
Tax Time
Watch for special events in February and March to get you ready for tax season:
- Guest speakers and workshops
- Information about tax filing
- Tax clinics
For information about resources available visit our Tax Time page.
Financial Literacy Month
November is Financial Literacy Month in Canada. Watch for special events, guest speakers, and other financial education activities. To learn about financial literacy in Canada, check out the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada.
