Our Story Started With a Simple Question

Why does investment education feel so intimidating when it should feel empowering? We're here to change that conversation, one learner at a time.

From Confusion to Clarity

Back in 2019, I was sitting in a coffee shop in Montreal, listening to a friend explain why she'd never invest her savings. "It's too complicated," she said. "I don't want to lose everything because I don't understand the rules."

That conversation stuck with me for weeks. Here was someone with a successful career, making smart decisions every day, yet she felt completely lost when it came to growing her money. The problem wasn't her intelligence — it was how investment education was being taught.

Most programs assumed you already knew the basics, or they overwhelmed you with complex theories before you understood the fundamentals. We decided to flip that approach entirely.

Students collaborating during an investment workshop session

What Drives Everything We Do

These aren't just words on a wall — they're the principles that shape every program, every lesson, every interaction.

Start Where You Are

No judgment about what you don't know. Everyone begins somewhere, and we meet you at your current level of understanding.

Practical Over Perfect

Real-world application beats theoretical perfection. We focus on strategies you can actually use, not academic concepts you'll forget.

Progress Through Community

Learning happens faster when you're not alone. Our programs create connections with others on similar journeys.

Meet Elena Thériault

Before starting Naltronex, I spent eight years helping small business owners in Quebec make sense of their finances. The same patterns kept appearing — smart, capable people who felt intimidated by investment terminology and overwhelmed by conflicting advice.

"The moment someone understands their first investment concept — really understands it — everything changes. You can see the confidence building. That's the moment I work toward in every program."

Elena holds certifications in financial education and has guided over 300 Canadians through their first investment decisions. She believes the best investment education happens through conversation, not lecture.

Elena Thériault

Founder & Lead Educator

How We've Grown Together

From that first coffee shop conversation to helping hundreds of Canadians take control of their financial futures.

2019

The Beginning

Started with weekend workshops in community centers across Quebec, focusing on basic investment concepts for complete beginners.

2021

Going Digital

Launched our first online programs during the pandemic, reaching learners across Canada who couldn't access local financial education.

2023

Community Building

Introduced peer learning groups and mentorship programs, creating ongoing support networks beyond individual courses.

2025

Looking Forward

Expanding with specialized programs for different life stages and launching our comprehensive investment fundamentals series in fall 2025.

Ready to Start Your Investment Journey?

Join hundreds of Canadians who've discovered that investment education doesn't have to be overwhelming. Let's find the right starting point for you.

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