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Develop a budget and navigate the economy in a time of high inflation in this game-based program that's offered onsite.

Students will see first-hand how difficult it is to plan when inflation rises. As goods become more expensive, students will look for ways to afford what they need. A great game to build financial skills while learning about the Bank’s critical role in keeping inflation low and stable.

Grades

Grades 9 to 12; Secondary Cycle Two and CEGEP

Big idea

Low and stable inflation allows everyone to plan for the future.

Learning objectives

Students will:

  • compare the life of a consumer in times of both high inflation and low, stable inflation
  • recognize the role of the Bank of Canada’s monetary policy in the financial choices and lives of consumers
  • evaluate the importance of the economy and inflation in their lives

Curriculum links

Ontario

  • Economics
    • Grade 11: The individual and the economy
      • Political and economic systems
      • Financial planning
      • Government intervention
    • Grade 12: Analysing current economic issues
      • The role of government in redressing imbalance
      • Monetary policy
    • Grade 12: Making personal economic choices
      • Financial goals and financial planning
      • Understanding the canadian economy
  • Business Studies
    • Grade 9 or 10: Introduction to business
      • Economic basics

Quebec

  • Secondary V: Financial Education
    • Elements in drawing up a budget
    • Why consumer habits may change
    • Reasons for saving money
    • The government and the economy

Duration

This onsite program runs for approximately 120 minutes. You’re welcome to book a 30 minute self-guided visit following your program.

Availability

This onsite program is offered Thursdays and Fridays. The last booking is at 15:00.

Cost

All school programs are offered free of charge.

Class size

20 to 50 students per program.

Teenagers, one seated at a table while others standing and holding clip boards consult with him.

Students are given a different role and asked to create a specialized budget for a person or a business.

A teenager holding a clipboard in her lap filling in a form.

The game requires some simple math calculations to achieve a balanced budget.

Two people with clipboards turning a colourful, roulette-style wheel.

Beyond rising inflation each round, students spin the wheel to see what other events might impact their finances and wellbeing.

Book your visit

or call 613‑782‑8914 to book a visit. Please include the following information in your request:

  • date and time of arrival
  • number of students and teachers
  • program or tour of your choice
  • preferred official language
  • any accessibility or special needs

We will confirm your booking within five to seven business days.

Before your visit

Try out the following activities:

  • Delve deeper into the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and create a personalized CPI with the lesson plan Price Check: Inflation in Canada.
  • Have a class discussion on inflation in Canada over time with the video Inflation Over Time.
Content type(s): School programs
Subject(s): Economy
Grade level(s): Grade 09 / Secondary 3, Grade 10 / Secondary 4, Grades 11 and 12 / Secondary 5 and CEGEP

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