Creator and presentor: Mikki Bradshaw
As a subject that has to be sought out, many people don’t know where to start. These learning sessions are intended to make financial literacy accessible to more people in the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Participants will learn about various financial management strategies and techniques that can allow them to thrive rather than simply survive.
Designed and facilitated by Mikki Bradshaw, an activist, artist, and educator for 35 years and a business owner for 10 years. They started their personal financial journey in 2016. They have since done research and taken action to be well on the way to being completely debt free, as well as building their knowledge in financial literacy, and finally start building towards retirement.
Empower Tomorrow: Building Financial Literacy Today
Are you ready to take control of your financial future?
Join us for our 'Empower Tomorrow' program, where we aim to equip you with essential financial literacy skills through our interactive and informative program.
Program Details
3 Unique Modules, Each 24 Hours Long
Module 2: Financial Literacy for Freelance Artists/Entrepreneurs
This program will cover similar information as Module 1 but tailored specifically for Freelance Artists and Entrepreneurs.
- Tailored financial advice and resources
- Extensive session on tax tips and community fund building
- (Possible Guest Speakers)
Session 1 : Introduction to Financial Literacy, Budgeting, Mindset & Compound Interest
November 19th & 21th 2024, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm.
- Introduction (Nov 19)
- Why is Financial Literacy essential for this group (Mikki Bradshaw, Nov 19)
- Budgeting for the One Man Band and beyond (Mikki Bradshaw & Jack Aude Pichette, Nov 21)
- Mindset & Compound Interest (Mikki Bradshaw, Nov 21)
Session 2: Debt & Credit, Strategic Planning, Assets & Liabilities
November 26th & 28th 2024, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm.
- Debt & Credit ( With Guest Speakers Doug 4pillars Mtl & Florence MicroCredit Mtl, Nov 26)
- Strategic Planning for Artists ( With Guests Speaker Val Bah, Nov 28)
- Assets and Liabilities: Solo enterprise edition (Mikki Bradshaw, Nov 28)
Session 3: Taxes, Freelance Boundaries & Business Registration
December 3rd & 5th 2024, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm.
- Taxes: What do I do with this? ( With Guest Speaker Ems Aubin, Dec 3)
- Four Freelance Boundaries and Registering as a business entity even if you are an artist (possible guest speaker Shanthony Exum, Dec 5)
Session 4: Investments & Presentation of an Entrepreneur Project (L’Étage)
December 10th & 12th 2024, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm.
- Why and how to continue to invest in and outside of yourself financially (Mikki Bradshaw & Guest Speaker Laura Whiteland, Dec 10th)
- L’Etage Entrepreneur Project ( With Guest Speaker Nicolas Handfield, Dec 12)
NOTE : This program is designed to empower artists and entrepreneurs in Montreal with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate their financial lives confidently. By the end of the eight days, participants should feel equipped to manage their finances effectively and strategically plan for their futures.
Module 3: Financial Literacy for Grassroots Organizations/Non-Profits
This program will cover similar information as Module 1 but tailored specifically for Grassroots Organizations/Non-Profits.
- Specialized financial strategies and tools
- In-depth session on tax tips and community fund building
- (Possible Guest Speakers)
Session 1: Soon to be announced!
January 21th & 23th 2025, 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
Session 2: Soon to be announced!
January 28th & 30th 2025, 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
Session 3: Soon to be announced!
February 4th & 6th 2025, 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
Session 4: Soon to be announced!
February 11th & 13th 2025, 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
Check back in soon for more details!
Seeking sponsors
We are currently seeking sponsors for our financial literacy training geared at increasing the accessibility of skills that are integral to the stability of our homes and communities. The ultimate goal is to learn to effectively manage income and expenses in order to achieve your financial goals and maintain financial stability.
NOTE: This Community Financial Literacy Program will prioritize QTBIPOC individuals.
Module 1: General Financial Literacy - COMPLETED
Explore crucial financial topics in our 4-module session.
NOTE: The sessions are split over two days, with the Saturday session continuing where the Friday session left off. Attendance at both is recommended for a full understanding of the material.
SESSION 1 - What is Financial Literacy?
October 4th (6:30pm-9:30pm) & October 5th (1:30pm-4:30pm)
- Importance and implication
- Saving and budgeting strategies
- The 75/15/10 rule
- Understanding assets and liabilities and debt
(With Guest Speaker Doug from 4Pillars Debt Consolidation Montreal)
- Various ways to manage money and maximize tax savings
SESSION 2 - Taxes
October 11th (6:30pm-9:30pm) & October 12th (1:30pm-4:30pm)
- Creating a foolproof financial system
(With Guest Speaker Shanthony Exum)
SESSION 3 - Different forms of investing
October 18th (6:30pm-9:30pm) & October 19th (1:30pm-4:30pm)
- Compound interest in Canada
- Getting started with investing
(With Guest Speakers from various financial institutions offering different investment strategies)
- Tax implications of various investments
SESSION 4 - Looking at Investing outside of the Box within Communities
October 25th (6:30pm-9:30pm) & October 26th (1:30pm-4:30pm)
- Infinite Banking
- Real estate investing
- Mortgage note investing
- A Community Listed Financial Fund
- The Partner Distribution Approach