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Secure Education Funds

An Easy Way to Save for Education

RESPs help you set aside money for your child’s education with tax benefits and government grants.

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What Is An Registered Education Savings Plan?

A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a special savings account designed to help parents save for their child’s education after high school. Your money grows tax-free, and the government can add extra funds through grants like the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) and Canada Learning Bond (CLB). You can use the savings for tuition, books, or even living expenses. There are two types of plansIndividual (for one child) and Family (for multiple children).

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How Does an RESP Work?

An RESP lets parents, guardians, or other family members save for a child’s education. The money you put in grows without being taxed, and the government adds extra funds through grants like the CESG and CLB. While your own contributions can be taken out tax-free, government grants and investment earnings are taxed when withdrawn by the student. The money can be used for tuition, books, and living costs. If you have more than one child, a Family Plan lets you share the funds between them.

Lifetime contribution limit per beneficiary
across all RESP accounts.

Maximum number of years you
can contribute to an RESP.

Government matches 20% of the first $2,500 contributed annually per beneficiary.

A simple process to open an RESP

How to Start Saving

Schedule a consultation, set up your plan, submit documents, and start saving for your child’s future.

STEP 1

Free Consultation

Click on Apply Now to schedule a free consultation and discuss your RESP options.

STEP 3

Submit Documents

Provide the necessary documents to open your RESP and start saving.

Save Up to $40,000!

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STEP 2

Personalized Plan

Receive a customized RESP plan based on your savings goals and financial situation.

STEP 4

Account Confirmation

Once approved, your RESP will be active, and you can begin contributing.

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Advantages of an RESP

RESPs offer government grants, tax-free growth, and flexible contributions to help pay for education.

Extra Help from the Government

Programs like CESG and CLB add money to your RESP, growing your savings faster.

Tax-Free
Growth

Your money grows tax-free inside the RESP until it’s used for education.

No Set Contribution Limits

You can add money whenever you want, up to a lifetime limit of $50,000 per child.

Anyone Can
Contribute

Parents, grandparents, family members, or friends can all help by adding money.

Covers More Than Just Tuition

The money can also be used for books, rent, transportation, and other school costs.

Works for
Many Schools

Can use RESP funds for college, university, apprenticeship & trade schools in Canada & abroad.

Choose How You
Invest

You can grow your savings through options like savings accounts, stocks, or bonds.

Unused Money Can Be Transferred

If the child doesn’t use it, funds can go to another child or be moved to an RRSP.

Eligibility rules you should know

Eligibility Factors

Any adult can open an RESP, and the child must be a Canadian resident with a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

  • Who Can Open an RESP?

    Parents, guardians, grandparents, or family friends can open an RESP.

  • Who Can Be a Beneficiary?

    The child must be a Canadian resident and have a valid SIN.

  • Types of RESP Plans

    Individual Plans are for one child, while Family Plans can include multiple children related by blood or adoption.

  • Contribution Limits

    There’s no yearly limit, but the total contributions can’t exceed $50,000 per child.

  • Residency Requirements

    Both subscriber & the child must be Canadian residents when opening the RESP.

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RESP Investment Options

RESP funds can be invested in savings accounts, stocks, bonds, or mutual funds to increase your returns.

RESPs offer different ways to grow your money. You can invest in mutual funds, stocks, bonds, ETFs, and GICs, depending on how much risk you’re comfortable with. Some RESPs also offer high-interest savings accounts for safer, steady growth. The money grows tax-free until it’s needed for education. Choosing the right mix of investments can help balance risk and growth, ensuring stable savings for your child’s future.

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Planning Your RESP Contributions

Plan your contributions wisely to get full government grants and avoid over-contribution penalties.

  • Lifetime Contribution Limit

    The total you can contribute per child is $50,000, with no yearly limit.

  • Maximizing Government Grants

    Contributing $2,500 a year helps you get the full $500 CESG match annually.

  • Contribution Period

    You can add money for up to 31 years, and the RESP can stay open for 35 years.

  • Over-Contribution Penalty

    If you exceed the $50,000 limit, the extra amount is taxed at 1% per month until withdrawn.

  • No Mandatory Contributions

    There’s no requirement to contribute every year, and you can still get CLB without contributing.

RESP Withdrawal Rules

RESP Withdrawal Rules

Withdraw original contributions tax-free, while grants and earnings are taxed when used for education. RESP withdrawals are split into Post-Secondary Education (PSE) Withdrawals and Educational Assistance Payments (EAPs). PSE withdrawals allow you to withdraw your original contributions tax-free, while EAPs, which include government grants and investment earnings, are taxed when withdrawn by the student.

  • PSE Withdrawals Are Tax-Free

    Your own contributions can be withdrawn without any taxes.

  • EAPs Are Taxed For Students

    Grants and earnings are taxed, but students usually pay little or no tax.

  • First-Year Withdrawal Limits

    Full-time students can withdraw up to $8,000, part-time students up to $4,000 in the first 13 weeks.

  • Non-Educational Withdrawals

    If the student doesn’t continue school, government grants must be returned, and investment earnings may be taxed.

  • Transfer To An RRSP

    If eligible, up to $50,000 in RESP earnings can be moved to an RRSP.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to Common RESP Questions

Find clear and simple answers to help you understand how an RESP works and how to make the most of it.

If the beneficiary does not enroll in a post-secondary program, the contributions can be withdrawn tax-free, but government grants must be returned. Investment earnings may be subject to taxes and penalties unless transferred to an RRSP under specific conditions. Also, to learn more you can reach out to us.

Yes, if you have a Family RESP, the funds can be shared among eligible beneficiaries. For Individual RESPs, transferring funds to another child is possible under certain conditions, but grants may need to be repaid.

RESP accounts can stay open for up to 35 years. If unused, investment earnings may be withdrawn as Accumulated Income Payments (AIPs) or transferred to an RRSP, subject to limits.

Original contributions can be withdrawn at any time tax-free. However, Educational Assistance Payments (EAPs), which include grants and earnings, are taxable and only available when the beneficiary is enrolled in an eligible program.

Over-contributions are taxed at 1% per month on the excess amount until it is withdrawn.
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