The earlier students develop financial literacy, the better equipped they are to make informed choices about saving, investing, and building long-term wealth. Canadian research consistently shows that youth who gain money management skills early are more likely to contribute to RRSPs, TFSA accounts, and workplace retirement programs as adults.

JA’s Investment Strategies Program (ISP) introduces high school students to the world of investing through engaging, in-class learning and a dynamic online simulation. Using Invest JA, students build and manage their own virtual stock portfolios, applying concepts like diversification, risk tolerance, and long-term growth strategies in a live market environment—without any financial risk. The simulation mirrors real-time data from North American stock markets, making learning both practical and exciting.

Whether students dream of becoming entrepreneurs or simply want to take charge of their financial future, ISP gives them the tools to start investing with confidence and purpose.