JUMP Math expands financial literacy access for Canadian students

Since its founding in 2002, JUMP Math has supported teachers, students, and educators by strengthening how mathematics is taught and understood. Developed by mathematician and educator Dr. John Mighton, the organization rests on a simple, but powerful belief: every child can reach their full potential with a strong foundation in math.

Over the past two decades, JUMP Math has built a reputation for creating evidence-based learning tools that help educators foster confidence, comprehension, and a lasting appreciation for mathematics among students in Grades K–8. That mission continues with a newly announced collaboration that expands learning beyond numbers alone.

JUMP Math announced a national partnership with RBC designed to increase access to financial literacy resources for children in underserved Canadian communities. The initiative ensures that more than 12,000 students across the country will gain access to practical, age-appropriate financial education.

For years, organizations such as the Ontario Association of Mathematics Educators (OAME) have offered financial literacy resources to educators through platforms like oame.on.ca. This new collaboration builds on that foundation by integrating financial literacy directly into JUMP Math’s digital ecosystem, expanding both reach and impact.

The new resources will take the form of structured financial literacy lessons designed for students in Grades 4–9. Educators, families, and students will access the lessons for free through the JUMP Math Lab, the organization’s online learning platform. The lessons will feature interactive digital content that supports different learning styles while reinforcing core math skills.

These financial literacy lessons aim to deliver three key outcomes for students. First, they help students build confidence by strengthening their relationship with math through real-world applications. Second, they develop a practical understanding of money, including budgeting, decision-making, and financial responsibility. Third, they support long-term academic success by engaging students through interactive digital lessons that connect math concepts to everyday life.

JUMP Math plans to launch the lessons in early 2026, beginning with selected communities in Manitoba and Ontario. The development process will include careful testing to ensure the content meets both educational standards and student needs. Schools and community-based tutoring programs will play a central role in delivering the lessons and ensuring students can access the digital materials.

Access matters. For students in underserved communities, limited exposure to financial education often creates long-term gaps in knowledge and opportunity. By making these lessons widely available, the partnership helps students stay engaged, supported, and prepared for future academic and life decisions.

Gayle Corcoran, Senior Director of Social Impact at RBC, emphasized the importance of equitable access to financial education. “We see it as our fundamental role to support financial literacy across Canada and ensure communities can learn about money,” she said. “Through our support of JUMP Math, we aim to remove barriers and equip students with foundational financial skills that help them thrive in school and everyday life.”

Ken Aucoin, CEO of JUMP Math, echoed that commitment. “This collaboration reflects a shared focus on reducing educational inequities,” he said. “By using our evidence-based approach to create practical financial literacy lessons, we can strengthen students’ understanding of finances while supporting future academic success and life opportunities.”

Financial literacy has gained increased attention within Ontario’s revised Grades 1–8 math curriculum and the broader high school framework. This partnership responds directly to that shift by narrowing information gaps and bringing consistent, high-quality resources to students who need them most.

More information about JUMP Math and its programs is available at jumpmath.org.