SEDI has been at the forefront of national financial literacy initiatives in Canada, as we believe financial education presents a sustainable solution for individuals struggling to break the cycle of poverty.

In May 2008, SEDI announced the development of Canada 's first Centre for Financial Literacy. The centre will bring together the private, public and citizen sectors to build a national strategy for financial literacy in Canada.

On September 9-10, 2008, SEDI will co-host Reaching Higher: Canadian Conference on Financial Literacy, in partnership with the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada and the Joint Forum of Financial Market Regulators. Set to take place in Montreal, the conference will look at Canadian and international experiences in measuring, delivering and evaluating financial literacy programs, products and services.  The conference will also discuss innovative solutions in the voluntary, financial services and government sectors.  For more on the conference, please visist http://www.fcac-acfc.gc.ca/finlit-comfin/rh-vs/index-eng.asp.