Our Financial Journey

From a simple idea in 2018 to empowering thousands of Canadians with essential financial skills—discover how granthiviora grew from grassroots beginnings into a trusted educational resource.

2018

The Foundation Years

Marcus Hendricks founded granthiviora after witnessing too many friends struggle with basic financial decisions. Working from a cramped Yellowknife apartment, he started creating simple budgeting worksheets that actually made sense to regular people.

Launched first budgeting resource library
Reached 500 local community members
Established partnerships with three credit unions
Created foundational financial literacy framework

2021

Digital Expansion & Growth

The pandemic pushed us online faster than planned. What started as emergency remote workshops became our most popular offering. We discovered that people craved honest financial education without the sales pitches.

Transitioned to comprehensive online platform
Served over 8,000 learners across Canada
Developed interactive debt reduction tools
Launched retirement planning workshop series
Received Canadian Financial Education Excellence Award

2024

Community Impact & Recognition

Last year marked a turning point. Our learners weren't just improving their own finances—they were teaching family members, starting investment clubs, and becoming financial mentors in their communities. The ripple effect exceeded our wildest expectations.

Reached 25,000+ active community members
Launched peer mentorship program
Partnered with 50+ employers for workplace education
Published comprehensive Canadian investment guide
Achieved 94% learner satisfaction rating

Building Tomorrow's Financial Confidence

We believe financial literacy shouldn't be a privilege. By 2026, we're committed to reaching every Canadian community with practical, jargon-free education that actually works in real life. Our next chapter focuses on making financial confidence accessible to everyone, regardless of their starting point.

Expanded Learning

Launch specialized programs for newcomers, students, and seniors with culturally relevant content and multilingual resources.

Community Partnerships

Collaborate with libraries, community centers, and Indigenous organizations to bring financial education directly to underserved communities.

Personalized Pathways

Develop adaptive learning experiences that adjust to individual financial situations, goals, and learning preferences for maximum impact.