Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) and Family Lifestyle Coach. She combines financial expertise with 10 years of parenting in Toronto to help families manage budgets, savings, and kid-friendly activities.
Jessica Patel is a Certified Professional Accountant who pivoted to financial literacy and lifestyle coaching for families settling in Toronto. Understanding the high cost of living in the GTA, she offers practical, math-based strategies for budgeting, from maximizing "CityPASS" savings to finding affordable family adventures on the Toronto Islands. Her expertise covers the financial practicalities of newcomer life, such as navigating banking fees, currency exchange, and the hidden costs of tourist attractions. Jessica writes with the authority of a finance professional and the empathy of a parent, ensuring that families can enjoy the Aquarium, the Zoo, and winter skating without breaking the bank. Her guides are essential for managing the "Toronto premium" on a household budget.