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  • LEARN: SAVINGS
    SAVINGS OPTIONS

    What is a GIC?

    A Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) is a savings option where you agree to invest your money for a certain amount of time in exchange for interest on your money. It’s considered a safe investment because your principal is secure. READ MORE


    What is a RESP?

    Worried about your child’s education? In the past 20 years, more and more young Canadians are choosing to attend university, but the cost of post-secondary education has risen substantially. If and when your child chooses to go to university, how will you be able to afford it? You can start putting money aside for your child’s post-secondary education with the help of a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP). READ MORE


    Stocks, Bonds and Commodities

    The old expression “Nothing ventured, nothing gained” is especially true when it comes to investing, but some types of investments are definitely safer than others. Before considering investing in stocks, bonds or commodities, take the time to do a personal risk assessment.
    Nobody wants to lose a shirt; a good investment is a wise investment. READ MORE


    What is a RRSP?

    If you’re looking for a good way to save for retirement, a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is a probably the best option out there. It will help reduce your taxes in your moneymaking years, which has the added bonus of encouraging you to save more. Anyone who files a tax return can open an RRSP. READ MORE