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Career & Technical Education · 10–12

Monthly Budgeting for Independence: First Apartment Financial Literacy Activity

Students research realistic living costs in Toronto or Calgary, then create a monthly budget using the 50/30/20 rule.

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Students research realistic living costs in Toronto or Calgary, then create a monthly budget using the 50/30/20 rule. A flat-tire scenario and reflection prompts help students practice adjusting spending and planning for unexpected expenses.

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  • Students will research and estimate common independent-living expenses.
  • Students will create a monthly budget using the 50/30/20 budgeting rule.
  • Students will categorize expenses as needs, wants, or savings.
  • Students will develop strategies for managing unexpected expenses.