FFCON21: BREAKING BARRIERS

Canadians are struggling financially. Over half of Canadians spend more than or equal to their income each month. 65% say money worries cause them emotional stress. Over the past year COVID has highlighted the inequality in our society with the most vulnerable - women, low-income, temporary and part-time workers, and recent immigrants bearing the brunt of job and income losses. Technology plays a critical role in helping Canadians face their day-to-day financial health challenges and in building financial security and resilience. Hear about some of the challenges being faced by Canadians, the solutions that Canadian fintechs are working on, and what's next for Canada's financial health ecosystem.