Foundations for Adulting

Practical education. Greater confidence. A brighter future.

Foundations for Adulting is a practical, engaging program designed to teach the real-world skills that aren’t always covered in school — from managing money and navigating the workplace to understanding credit, housing, insurance and everyday responsibilities.

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INVEST IN YOUR TOMORROW

Life skills that help set you up for success.

Becoming an adult comes with a lot of responsibilities — and somehow, you’re often expected to know how to handle them without ever being taught.

How do you build a budget? What actually affects your credit? What should you know before signing a lease? How do taxes work? What makes a strong résumé? How should you prepare for an interview?

Foundations for Adulting was created to help bridge that gap.

Through practical education, real-life examples and useful tools, participants build the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions, take greater ownership of their future and navigate adulthood with a stronger foundation.

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PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE YOU CAN ACTUALLY USE

Learn how to create a realistic budget, understand where your money is going and make more intentional financial decisions.

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Understand everyday banking, account types, fees and the basic tools you’ll use to manage your money.

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Learn how credit works, what can affect your credit history and why building healthy credit habits matters.

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Learn how to present your skills and experience effectively, prepare for interviews and make a strong professional impression.

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Understand the basics of income taxes, common documents and why filing your taxes is an important part of adulthood.

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Build an understanding of workplace expectations, communication, reliability and the habits that can help you succeed at work.

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Develop strategies for managing responsibilities, priorities and your time more effectively.

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Turn ideas for your future into meaningful goals and practical action steps.

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Learn about common types of insurance and how insurance can help protect you financially.

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Explore the basics of renting and homeownership, including costs, responsibilities and questions to consider before making housing decisions.

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WHO IS FOUNDATIONS FOR ADULTING FOR?

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Prepare for what’s next.

Build confidence in real-life skills.

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Learn the essentials for life in Canada.

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It’s never too late to build your knowledge and confidence.

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GIVE THEM MORE THAN ADVICE. GIVE THEM A FOUNDATION.

Help prepare your young adult for life beyond the classroom.

You’ve spent years teaching, guiding and preparing them for what comes next. Foundations for Adulting complements that support by providing practical education around money, employment, housing and everyday responsibilities in a structured learning environment.

Participants don’t need to arrive knowing the answers. The purpose of the program is to give them a safe place to learn, ask questions and build confidence before — and while — navigating greater independence.

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FOR SCHOOLS, CHURCHES & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Bring practical life education to the people you serve.

Foundations for Adulting can also be delivered to groups through schools, churches, community organizations and other organizations supporting youth and young adults.

We can work with your organization to discuss your audience, group size, delivery format and program needs.

Whether you’re preparing students for life after graduation, supporting young adults in your community or looking to add practical life-skills education to an existing program, we’d love to explore how Foundations for Adulting could fit.

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REAL LIFE REQUIRES REAL-LIFE SKILLS

Education doesn’t stop when you leave the classroom.

There is so much young adults are expected to navigate for the first time — earning an income, paying bills, managing credit, finding housing, filing taxes, interviewing for jobs and making decisions that can affect their future.

Foundations for Adulting helps make those first steps feel less intimidating.

We believe knowledge creates opportunity. And when people understand their options, have practical tools and feel confident using them, they’re better equipped to build the future they want.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Foundations for Adulting is primarily designed for young adults and those preparing for greater independence. If you’re unsure whether the program is appropriate for you or someone you’re registering, contact us and we’d be happy to discuss it.

  • No. The program is designed to build foundational knowledge, so participants do not need previous financial education or experience.

  • No. Financial literacy is an important part of the program, but Foundations for Adulting also covers employment, workplace professionalism, housing, insurance, goal setting, time management and other practical areas of adult life.

  • Our upcoming public cohort will be delivered virtually. Delivery options for private groups and organizations can be discussed based on their needs.

  • Yes. Foundations for Adulting can be offered to organizational groups. Contact MWG Solutions Group to discuss your audience and program needs.

  • Registration for the public Foundations for Adulting program is $395 + GST per participant. Organizational and private group pricing is quoted separately.

You don’t need to have adulthood figured out.

You just need somewhere to start.

Build practical knowledge, strengthen your confidence and walk into your next chapter feeling better prepared for the decisions ahead.

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