November Webinar: Financial 1st Aid: How to Recognize Financial Distress and Respond with Effective Guidance

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WCCDA Webinar:

Financial 1st Aid: How to Recognize Financial Distress and Respond with Effective Guidance

Date & Time:
Tuesday, November 12th, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM Pacific Time

Description:
This practical and informative webinar is designed specifically for frontline staff who support clients facing financial challenges. In today’s economic climate, knowing how to recognize financial distress and respond with effective guidance is more important than ever.

Participants will gain tools to:

Recognize common signs and symptoms of financial stress
Confidently initiate conversations about money with clients
Understand the basics of debt collection practices
Access and share useful financial resources and referrals

Whether you're working in employment services, housing, or any client-facing role, this session will help you better support those navigating financial difficulties.

Facilitator:

Graham Hiscocks

Graham Hiscocks is a Vancouver-based Partnership & Education Specialist with over a decade of experience across the banking, non-profit, and entrepreneurial sectors. He delivers financial literacy workshops to a wide range of organizations and communities, equipping individuals with the tools they need for greater financial well-being. He holds a BA from Simon Fraser University along with several industry certifications in financial services. Graham is committed to making financial knowledge accessible and actionable for all.

Cost:

Free for WCCDA members
$40 for non-members

If you’re not yet part of the WCCDA community, you’re welcome to attend for $40—and if you choose to join WCCDA within two weeks of the webinar, your registration fee will be reimbursed.

Learn more and become a member here: https://wccda.ca/membership

November Webinar: Financial 1st Aid: How to Recognize Financial Distress and Respond with Effective Guidance

Wednesday Nov 12 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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