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Adulting is hard. Even for adults. 

Finishing high school this year?
You don't need to have everything figured out.

Whether you're heading to school, starting work, or still deciding what's next, this is a place to start. 

If you're a parent or supporter helping someone through this stage, you're welcome here too. 

Start with the Launch Kit and Budget Sheet, or just start with a conversation.

 

A couple tools to get you started

If you're not sure where to begin, these can help.

Launch Kit: Life + Money after school  

A simple guide to what comes next and how to think about it.

Budget Sheet 

A quick way to see where your money is going and what you might need.


No pressure. Use them whenever you need.
If you're a parent or supporter, these are useful starting points for conversations too.
 
Prefer a pdf version of your Launch Kit? Get it here
 
 

There’s no one right path

No two journeys are alike—and that’s okay. Some People are heading to school.
Some are starting work.
Some are still figuring it out.

Wherever you're at, that's okay.

Pick the path that fits you today, explore what's helpful, and change direction anytime.

Parents and supporters may be helping with this step too, and that's okay. This page is meant to make things easier for both of you.
If you're heading to school

Here are a few things that can help as you get started.

  • Free Student Account
    A simple account option for student life, with no monthly fees through Youth Advantage.
  • Education Loan
    Help with tuition, books, and other school costs when you need it.
  • Start Building Credit
    A way to begin building credit with local support when you're ready.

If you're a parent or supporter, these can also help you understand what may be useful as plans come together.

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If you're starting work

Here are a few places you might want to start.

  • Chequing Account Options
    An everyday account that fits how you manage your money. 
  • Emergency Savings
    A simple way to start setting something aside, even a little at a time.
  • Credit Cards That Fit Your Life
    Credit options when you're ready, with local guidance if you need it.


Make your paycheque work as hard as you do! Start with what makes sense for you right now.

If you're a parent or supporter, this can also help frame practical next-step conversations.
 

For parents and supporters

Helping someone take their next step can feel exciting, and a little overwhelming too. You do not need to have all the answers before reaching out. Whether the next conversation is about school, work, budgeting, or opening a first account, we're here to help make it feel more manageable.


A career at Turtleford Credit Union

For some, the next step includes finding the right place to work.

At Turtleford Credit Union, it's more than just a job. It's being part of a team that supports the people and communities around you.

Take a look at what a career here can look like and see what opportunities are available.

👉 Explore careers with Turtleford Credit Union.


What makes a credit union different

Helping someone take their next step can feel exciting, and a little overwhelming too. You do not need to have all the answers before reaching out. Whether the next conversation is about school, work, budgeting, or opening a first account, we're here to help make it feel more manageable.

You might hear "credit union" and wonder what that really means.

Finishing high school this year?
You don't need to have everything figured out.

It's a different way of banking, and it shows up in how we support you at every stage.

👉 Learn more about how it works.


Talk to someone local

Sometimes it's easier to talk to a real person.

Reach out to someone here who can walk through things with you, at your pace.

👉 Connect with our team


More tools and resources

If you want to explore on your own, we've got additional tools to help.

Budget and savings calculators

Financial wellness articles

Practical Tips for everyday money decisions

👉 Explore more financial tools and resources

We’re Here When You’re Ready

You don't need to have a plan before you reach out.
Whether you're opening your first account, figuring out school costs, planning for work,
or helping someone through those decisions, you don't have to do it alone.
Start with a question.
Or just start with a conversation.

However you're most comfortable, we're here.
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