Publications

In the driver’s seat

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In the Driver’s Seat gives advice on shopping for your first vehicle and offers tips on checking liens, deciding whether to purchase warranties and the differences between buying a vehicle from a... More ≫

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In the Driver’s Seat gives advice on shopping for your first vehicle and offers tips on checking liens, deciding whether to purchase warranties and the differences between buying a vehicle from a dealer versus a private sale. 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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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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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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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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