Our Impact
Inspiring and empowering young people
Questrade’s Commitment to Youth Financial Empowerment
At JA Central Ontario, we believe in the power of education to change lives. For the past decade, Questrade has been a dedicated partner in making that belief a reality.
More than a milestone
This year marks 10 years of partnership between JA Central Ontario and Questrade, a milestone that reflects more than just time. It represents a shared commitment to empowering youth through financial literacy and experiential learning.
Through their generous support of initiatives like the JA Investment Strategies Program (JA ISP) and in-class financial literacy learning experiences, Questrade has helped thousands of students develop critical life skills that will serve them far beyond high school.
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Questrade, through its support of the JA Investment Strategies Program, provides high school students with dynamic and hands-on introduction to investing. Participants manage a virtual $100,000 portfolio using real North American stock market data, gaining practical experience in research, portfolio construction and risk management. This immersive program serves as a launching pad for life-long financial confidence
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Empowering students to see what’s possible
“Over the past decade, Questrade’s support has helped us open doors for thousands of students to see themselves as capable investors and confident decision makers. By combining financial literacy with hands-on learning, we’re not just teaching young people about money. We’re showing them the power to shape their own futures”, shares Kim Charteris, President & CEO at JA Central Ontario.
The power of volunteer leadership
Beyond financial support, Questrade’s employee volunteers have played a vital role in delivering meaningful impact. Over the years, hundreds of Questrade employees have stepped into volunteer roles, inspiring the next generation of investors, entrepreneurs and financially savvy young people.
They’ve seen first-hand how JA learning experiences help young people navigate today’s complex financial landscape with confidence. Hear from the volunteers on why they’re passionate about giving back, how financial education shaped their own lives and why they believe empowering young people with financial literacy today leads to a stronger community tomorrow.
This partnership speaks to a shared belief that financial empowerment is a key building block for thriving communities. Together, we’ve worked to break down barriers to financial knowledge and create more equitable access to essential life skills.
As we celebrate this milestone, thank you to Questrade for 10 years of meaningful collaboration and impact. Your investment in youth has helped open doors, spark confidence and build brighter futures.
About JA Central Ontario
JA Central Ontario envisions a world in which young people have the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities. They want to make sure all young people are economically empowered with the skills, confidence and networks to shape the future.
As a youth-centred charity, JA Central Ontario works together with a dedicated network of volunteers, partners and educators to deliver immersive learning in work readiness, financial health, entrepreneurship and more. JA students benefit from mentorship and real-world experiences, transforming their knowledge, skills, attitudes, and aspirations as they build their futures.
JA Central Ontario impacts students in Halton, Peel, Toronto, York, Durham and Simcoe regions. They are part of one of the world’s most-impactful youth-serving social good organizations – JA Worldwide – and they work closely with our national network, JA Canada.
