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Shopping for satisfaction

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Shopping for Satisfaction gives consumers who are on their own for the first time helpful tips about their rights when it comes to door-to-door sales, negative option sales, shopping online,... More ≫

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Shopping for Satisfaction gives consumers who are on their own for the first time helpful tips about their rights when it comes to door-to-door sales, negative option sales, shopping online, booking travel and hiring moving companies. Part of the Reality Choices series authorized by Alberta Education for use in the Grades 10 to 12 Career and Life Management course. Includes a student module and a PowerPoint file for use by teachers in a classroom setting.

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Dealing with credit

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Discusses the importance of protecting your credit history, since credit checks are often used not just to grant credit but also to determine eligibility for a job, renting an apartment or... More ≫

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Discusses the importance of protecting your credit history, since credit checks are often used not just to grant credit but also to determine eligibility for a job, renting an apartment or obtaining insurance. Part of the Reality Choices series authorized by Alberta Education for use in the Grades 10 to 12 Career and Life Management course. Includes a student module and a PowerPoint file for use by teachers in a classroom setting.

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A roof over your head

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Discusses landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities and gives tips on working out bills when roommates are involved. Tips on mortgages are also provided for new homebuyers. Part of the... More ≫

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Discusses landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities and gives tips on working out bills when roommates are involved. Tips on mortgages are also provided for new homebuyers. Part of the Reality Choices series authorized by Alberta Education for use in the Grades 10 to 12 Career and Life Management course. Includes a student module and a PowerPoint file for use by teachers in a classroom setting.

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You and your money

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You and Your Money takes users through a financial check-up that asks how and why you spend and whether you are getting what you need and want. A money planner then helps people assess where their... More ≫

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You and Your Money takes users through a financial check-up that asks how and why you spend and whether you are getting what you need and want. A money planner then helps people assess where their money goes, where they want to be financially and how to get there. Part of the Reality Choices series authorized by Alberta Education for use in the Grades 10 to 12 Career and Life Management course. Includes a student module and a PowerPoint file for use by teachers in a classroom setting.

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Recreation and leisure pursuits : Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource introduces readers to Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students... More ≫

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource introduces readers to Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about living in Alberta while also developing their English-language skills. The resources can be used by teachers within the ESL classroom, or as an independent online resource for ESL learners who may be working independently.

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Recreation and leisure pursuits : Canadian Rockies

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource introduces readers to the Canadian Rockies. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about... More ≫

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource introduces readers to the Canadian Rockies. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about living in Alberta while also developing their English-language skills. The resources can be used by teachers within the ESL classroom, or as an independent online resource for ESL learners who may be working independently.

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Using Alberta's social policy framework - a workbook

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This workbook is designed to encourage and support people to contribute to these ongoing efforts to achieve better outcomes for Albertans. It is designed to support you and your team to think... More ≫

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This workbook is designed to encourage and support people to contribute to these ongoing efforts to achieve better outcomes for Albertans. It is designed to support you and your team to think through how the Social Policy Framework connects to your work. It can also be used to engage people in discussions about the social policy issues facing their communities.

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Buying your first home : mortgage shopping

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource contains a reading excerpt on mortgages. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about... More ≫

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource contains a reading excerpt on mortgages. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about living in Alberta while also developing their English-language skills. The resources can be used by teachers within the ESL classroom, or by ESL learners who may be working independently.

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First time home buyers : mortgage fraud

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource contains a reading excerpt on mortgage fraud. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn... More ≫

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource contains a reading excerpt on mortgage fraud. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about living in Alberta while also developing their English-language skills. The resources can be used by teachers within the ESL classroom, or by ESL learners who may be working independently.

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Focus on social limitations for women & girls

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Despite progress, girls in Canada still face pressures that limit their potential. Challenges exist, particularly for girls who are marginalized. Combined with higher risks for victimization,... More ≫

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Despite progress, girls in Canada still face pressures that limit their potential. Challenges exist, particularly for girls who are marginalized. Combined with higher risks for victimization, girls may emerge from adolescence with a diminished sense of worth.

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