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Knowlestra Quest

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Build Your Investment Mindset From the Ground Up

Most people think investing is about picking stocks or timing markets. But real investing starts with how you think about money, risk, and long-term growth. Our program walks you through the mental shifts that matter—and gives you practical frameworks you can actually use.

Start Your Journey

Questions People Ask at Each Stage

We organized our program around real concerns from people at different points in their financial journey. Here's what usually comes up.

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Before You Enroll

  • Will this work if I have limited savings right now?
  • How much time should I expect to put in weekly?
  • Is this focused on Canadian markets or broader strategies?
  • Can I access materials on my own schedule?
  • What if I've tried investing before and lost money?

During the Program

  • How do I apply this to my specific situation?
  • What should I do when market news makes me nervous?
  • Can I ask questions between sessions?
  • How do I know if I'm making progress?
  • What happens if I fall behind on modules?

After You Finish

  • Do I still have access to the materials?
  • Can I reach out with follow-up questions?
  • How should I adjust my approach as life changes?
  • Are there any advanced programs available?
  • Will you update content as market conditions shift?

What You'll Actually Work Through

This isn't about memorizing formulas or chasing trends. It's about building a foundation that holds up when things get uncertain—and helps you make better decisions over time.

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Understanding Risk Without Panic

We break down what risk really means in practical terms. You'll learn how to assess situations without letting fear or overconfidence drive your choices.

Reading Market Patterns That Matter

Not every data point deserves your attention. You'll get better at spotting signals worth following and ignoring the noise that distracts most people.

Building a Personal Investment Framework

Generic advice rarely fits real life. We help you create a flexible approach that matches your goals, timeline, and comfort level with uncertainty.

Adjusting When Life Changes

Your financial situation will shift over the years. You'll develop the thinking skills to adapt your strategy without starting from scratch each time.

Who You'll Learn From

Our instructors have spent years working through market cycles, economic shifts, and their own investing mistakes. They teach from experience, not theory.

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Braden Kowalski

Behavioral Finance Specialist

Braden spent a decade analyzing why smart people make poor financial decisions under pressure. He focuses on the psychological side of investing that textbooks ignore.

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Isla Theriault

Portfolio Strategy Mentor

Isla worked through the 2008 crisis and several market corrections since then. She teaches practical risk management based on what actually happened, not what should have happened.

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Saskia Vermeulen

Market Analysis Instructor

Saskia has tracked Canadian and international markets for over fifteen years. She's excellent at explaining complex patterns in straightforward terms that make sense.

Next Program Starts September 2025

We run cohorts twice a year to keep group sizes manageable. The autumn session begins in September and runs for twelve weeks with flexible pacing.

Program Timeline: September 15, 2025 – December 7, 2025 | Weekly live sessions on Tuesday evenings (7 PM EST) with recorded access available

Space is limited to maintain quality discussions. Early registration opens in June 2025.