Program

Self-Paced Matched Savings

Time is money, and yours is precious.

Our Self-Paced Matched Savings (SPMS) program supports you in working towards your financial goals at a speed that works for you.

How does it work?

File your taxes and qualify for at least $100 in refunds or tax benefits (e.g., GST, CCB).

Need help filing? Schedule a free Tax Filing session with us!
Open a savings account and deposit at least $100 in the first month.
Increase your savings balance up to $1,000 within the first six (6) months.
Complete our five (5) On-Demand Money Management workshops and have a check-in chat with the facilitator.

The On-Demand Money Management workshops are one hour long each and are completely self-paced.
Maintain your savings until the program ends and earn a 50% match of up to $500!

Participants aged 16 to 24 may also be eligible for our Youth Matched Savings program.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I want to save to buy a home?

When does the Self-Paced Matched Savings program start and how long is the program?

What can I spend the matched money on?

What do I have to do to participate?

I don't have a job right now. Can I still apply?

Am I guaranteed a spot in the program if I apply?

Is this a scam? Where do the matched savings come from?

I receive government benefits. Can I still apply?

You are over 18 years of age.
You are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.
You live in Calgary and area (or if you are Indigenous, Inuit or Metis living in surrounding Treaty 7 territory).
You have filed your previous year's taxes and received a minimum $100 in tax refunds or benefits.
If you have questions about these qualifications, scroll down to contact our Welcome Team.

These wonderful partners make this program possible.

Time is money, and yours is precious.

Dates vary

Self paced

All, Indigenous, Mental health, Women, Lower income, Program graduates

Free

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