The Sherlock Holmes of Numbers: Solving Money Puzzles with Accountant Linda Wong

Ever wonder who keeps track of all the money for your favorite local shops, restaurants, and businesses? On Episode 34 of Join the Fray, 10-year-old host Fraser sits down with Linda Wong, financial expert and founder of Koda Accounting in Port Moody, BC for a fun look into the world of numbers!

Linda shares how an embarrassing moment in 4th-grade math actually sparked her passion for numbers, why accountants are basically the "Sherlock Holmes" of small business, and why even other accountants hire her to do their accounting! Plus, she breaks down the ultimate 33% budgeting rule for 10-year-olds, how kids can plan ahead to save up for big purchases like a new bike or gaming console, and the sweet story of her dog, Kobe, who inspired her to launch her own firm. [We wish we got to meet Kobe!!]

Stick around for rapid-fire questions covering spreadsheetsvs. notebooks, mental math and dogs vs. cats!

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🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check out these helpful resources for students and parents:

• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca
• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca

• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice·  
• [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture