JA offers interactive and experiential learning experiences at no cost to youth across Canada, empowering them with essential, transferable skills in financial health, work readiness, and entrepreneurship.
JA programs are available at no cost to educators and include materials and access to resources. Program options include teacher-led, volunteer-facilitated and field trip events. Program availability and formats can be adapted to meet classroom needs.
JA programs and learning experiences are available for independent, self‑guided learning. Families and youth can access all programs at no cost through our online platform, JA Campus.
JA programs are available at no cost to community organizations that want to bring entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work readiness programs to the youth they serve.
Using a train-the-trainer model, staff can be trained and equipped to deliver JA programming directly within the organization. All materials and resources are provided to support successful implementation.
Program availability and formats can be adapted to meet community needs. Connect with us to explore the options available and learn how you can empower youth with future-ready skills.
Tools and practical resources for youth, educators, and volunteers.
Empowering youth with easy to access, no cost interactive learning in financial health, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Explore digital tools, videos, and online modules—anytime, anywhere.
JA prepares youth for success and celebrates their accomplishments through meaningful scholarships and awards that support their journey in school, work, and entrepreneurship.
“From building personal budgets to exploring career options, it was inspiring to see young minds thinking about their futures, asking smart questions, and starting to shape their own definitions of success.”
Grade 10 teacher
Economics for Success program
“Watching 6th graders negotiate, problem solve, and use mirrors, stickers and dynamic pricing to drive sales… No wonder the products sold out before parents even had a chance to visit the stalls!”
Grade 6 teacher
A Business of Our Own program
“With the JA Investment Strategies Program, students learn how to crack the code of smart investing — they put their skills to the test with $100,000 in virtual dollars and work in a real-time stock market simulator!”
JA teacher
Investment Strategies program
“From designing posters and billboards to creating custom coupons and actually earning real profits, these young entrepreneurs took their mini ventures seriously. It was heartwarming (and honestly impressive) to see their creativity, confidence, and teamwork come to life.”
Grade 6 teacher
Our Business World program
“So many of the kids came up to me and thanked me, saying things like: “I understand what a growth mindset is” and “I know how to locate my skills and what I still need to learn”. This is a valuable program and the content is fantastic.”
JA volunteer
Success Skills program
“I liked hearing about the mentors’ personal journeys. It helped remind me that everyone goes through challenges.”
High school student
World of Choices event