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On the Money series
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$ 39.00 CAD
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Bad Academy and Vancity are partnering up for another legendary finance series for 2025, but this time we’re confronting those big bad topics that often get swept under the rug! It’s hard enough juggling all of life’s many responsibilities and (often time) disruptive surprises, but when it comes to dealing with those pesky financial problems and questions, they often end up on the back burner. Are you finding yourself being avoidant of what’s happening on your bank statement? Are you confused about the many MANY acronyms thrown around in finance? What should you be prioritizing when it comes to getting on track financially? What actually is an RSP and why does it matter? We’ve enlisted a lineup of experts on the subjects that are going break it down step by step. The On the Money series is designed to dispel those toxic money rumors and myths, give you practical and direct ways to navigate your way through some tricky situations, and answer your burning questions you’ve always wanted to ask! Time to tackle those money scaries, Baddies!
ON DEBT
Is “debt” a four letter word? In this workshop, we’re going to explore the dreaded subject of debt and everything you need to know to navigate it! Why does debt exist? Is there good debt vs. bad debt? How does interest work when it comes to debt? What happens when debt is left unattended? Time to stop procrastinating and take action!
ON SAVING
A girl can’t walk outside her door without spending at least $50 these days, but all we ever hear from the little voice in the back of our mind is “YOu ShOuLD bE SaVing”. How practical is it to actually save in our modern times? What is an RSP and why do they exist? And for that matter, what are all these other savings accounts and vehicles? Which one is best for you? Why does saving even matter?! We want you to feel confident in your daily life with the money you have and where you put it, so let us guide you through the world of saving!
ON BUDGETING (with Brood)
Q: What’s the budget for [huge life event]?
A: Um. What budget?
Sound familiar? Budgets are often seen as restrictive, scary, and confusing. Life is unpredictable, so why is a budget even a thing?! We’re sitting down with budgeting queen Tina Cheung and our friends at Brood to chat about budgeting, especially for those thinking about a big life event like becoming a parent or growing a family. We can’t always plan for what life might throw at us, but there are actually practical and simples ways to build a system that works for you!
About The Workshop
On the Money series
January 22nd - February 5th, 2025
Online and Recorded
$39 for the entire series (3 workshops total) - free for Honor Roll members
Bad Academy and Vancity are partnering up for another legendary finance series for 2025, but this time we’re confronting those big bad topics that often get swept under the rug! It’s hard enough juggling all of life’s many responsibilities and (often time) disruptive surprises, but when it comes to dealing with those pesky financial problems and questions, they often end up on the back burner. Are you finding yourself being avoidant of what’s happening on your bank statement? Are you confused about the many MANY acronyms thrown around in finance? What should you be prioritizing when it comes to getting on track financially? What actually is an RRSP and why does it matter? We’ve enlisted a lineup of experts on the subjects that are going break it down step by step. The On the Money series is designed to dispel those toxic money rumors and myths, give you practical and direct ways to navigate your way through some tricky situations, and answer your burning questions you’ve always wanted to ask! Time to tackle those money scaries, Baddies!
ON DEBT - January 22, 2025 (Wednesday) at 6p PST
Is “debt” a four letter word? In this workshop, we’re going to explore the dreaded subject of debt and everything you need to know to navigate it! Why does debt exist? Is there good debt vs. bad debt? How does interest work when it comes to debt? What happens when debt is left unattended? Time to stop procrastinating and take action!
ON SAVING - January 29, 2025 (Wednesday) at 6p PST
A girl can’t walk outside her door without spending at least $50 these days, but all we ever hear from the little voice in the back of our mind is “YOu ShOuLD bE SaVing”. How practical is it to actually save in our modern times? What is an RRSP and why do they exist? And for that matter, what are all these other savings accounts and vehicles? Which one is best for you? Why does saving even matter?! We want you to feel confident in your daily life with the money you have and where you put it, so let us guide you through the world of saving!
ON BUDGETING (with Brood) - February 5, 2025 (Wednesday) at 6p PST
Q: What’s the budget for [huge life event]?
A: Um. What budget?
Sound familiar? Budgets are often seen as restrictive, scary, and confusing. Life is unpredictable, so why is a budget even a thing?! We’re sitting down with budgeting queen Tina Cheung and our friends at Brood to chat about budgeting, especially for those thinking about a big life event like becoming a parent or growing a family. We can’t always plan for what life might throw at us, but there are actually practical and simple ways to build a system that works for you!
FAQ
Is 1 ticket ($39) for the entire series? Can I buy workshops separately?
Yes! You get the entire series for your price of admission. Unfortunately, we are not selling the workshops separately.
I can't make the some or all of the workshops live! Will they be recorded?
Yes! We will send recordings to you within 48 hours of the workshop, and the recordings will be available for replay for 2 weeks after. If you are an Honor Roll member, you will get the recording within 24 hours, and watch the recordings whenever you'd like via our digital library :) Learn more about the Honor Roll here.
Who can attend these workshops?
These workshops are for women and gender-non-conforming people only.
Do I need to know anything about finance to attend?
Nope :) We will accommodate all levels of finance knowledge.
I would really like to attend, but can't afford it.
Shoot us an email at hello@thebadacademy.com and we'll see what we can do :)
What platform are you hosting the workshops on?
Zoom webinar
Will I get a chance to ask the instructors questions?
Yes! We will have a Q&A session during each workshop
Materials Needed
About The Instructor(s)
Asher-dee Lavoie, Consultant, MECE Operations and Enablement
Asher-dee is a financial professional with nearly two decades of experience helping people take control of their finances. Having faced her own struggles with debt, she’s passionate about sharing what she’s learned to help others break free from its grip and let go of the shame that often comes with it. Her goal is to be a trusted guide, offering practical advice and compassionate support to help you achieve financial freedom.
Tina Cheung, Wealth Advisor
Tina is passionate in helping members achieve their financial goals. This begins with fostering a safe space for open dialogue, followed by creating a personalized roadmap using diverse financial planning and investment strategies to reach their milestones. With over 15 years in the Investment Industry, Tina’s role as a Wealth Advisor is to help guide members in all stages of life. The most rewarding part of her job is when she sees members equipped with the tools for financial success. She aims to alleviate stress and provide a sense of confidence and security in managing finances.
Born and raised in Vancouver, Tina is a parent to an energetic toddler who exudes an abundance of energy and a never-ending reservoir of liveliness. When she is not at the park with her toddler, you’ll often find her at a local pastry shop, savoring her sons favourite treat.
Eryka Fain-Sonya, Wealth Relationship Advisor
With a passion for sustainability, Eryka is committed to creating valuable and long-lasting relationships with our Vancity membership, emphasizing our Net Zero goals and approach to socially responsible investing. As one of the Sustainable Wealth Management team, her goal is to provide meaningful, tailored advice from a holistic lens to give our membership the confidence to better understand their financial goals and how to get there. Eryka is currently working towards her Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) professional designation, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce undergraduate degree from the Sauder School of Business (UBC) with a Concentration in Sustainability, as well as a Masters of Business Management in Corporate Finance from LUISS Guido Carli University (Rome, IT).
Refund Policy: Tickets are transferable, but unfortunately not refundable at The Bad Academy. We're a crazy small organization and operate on razor-thin margins, and as much as we'd like to account for life getting in the way, we have been burned too many times by no-shows, and last-minute refund requests etc. If you'd like to transfer your ticket to a friend, please email us at hello@thebadacademy.com with the name and email of the person taking your place, and we'll make sure to make the appropriate changes!