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Youth: Transition to a Career and Independence - alis
Are you a youth trying to make it on your own? Have you had children's services status or been in care? These resources can help you become independent.
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Leaving Care and Stepping Into Adulthood

If you’re between 16 and 24 years old and can’t count on family support, here are some ways you can prepare yourself to be a happily independent adult.
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Taking Care of Adult Basics

Living life as an adult means independence. It also means being responsible for a lot of basic day-to-day things. Are you ready to adult?
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Finding a Place to Live as a Young Adult

Kicked out, aging out, or just starting out? These options can help you put a safe roof over your head.
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How to Grow Your Bank Account When You’re Just Starting Out

Find money you’re eligible for, ways to earn more, and discover how to keep more money for yourself.
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Staying the Course: Learning Beyond High School

You already have dreams and goals. These programs and resources can show you how to stay at school so you can achieve them.
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Success at School: It’s About More Than Marks

To do well at school, you have to know how to conduct yourself as you work with classmates, instructors, and others involved in your learning. When you know what’s expected of you, you’ll do better at school, in your future jobs, and in your every-day life.
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Financial Literacy for Students: Invest in Your Future

Explore these articles, resources, interactive tools, and simulation games to build your financial literacy. With some budgeting basics under your belt, you'll be better equipped to make the most of your education and employment.
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Budget for Student Life

Figuring out how much your post-secondary education will cost is the first step in planning how to pay for it.