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Financial Literacy Month is recognized annually in Canada in November,[1] and National Financial Literacy Month was recognized in the United States in April 2004,[2] in an effort to highlight the importance of financial literacy and teach citizens how to establish and maintain healthy financial habits.
- ^ "About Financial Literacy Month". Canada.ca. Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. 24 July 2017. Retrieved 2020-07-10.
In 2012, the Parliament of Canada proclaimed each November as Financial Literacy Month.
- ^ "S.Res.316 - 108th Congress (2003-2004): A resolution designating April 2004 as "Financial Literacy Month."". Congress.gov. 9 March 2004. Retrieved 2020-07-10.
States that the Senate designates April 2004 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may be associated with a lack of understanding about personal finances.
Sponsored by Sen. Daniel Akaka D-HI.