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Credit Basics for Newcomers

October 24, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EDT.
This workshop covers what to know about banking in Canada, and how to manage your credit cards, loans, and credit score.

In this workshop, we will talk about the role of banks and credit in Canada. We will show you how to open and use a bank account safely, and explain how credit cards, loans, and interest rates work.

We'll talk about why credit history and credit score are important. Finally, we will share useful tips on how to build and maintain good credit as a newcomer to Canada.

October 24, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EDT.

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