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Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs)
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RESP basics
Chapter 1:
How RESPs work
Chapter 2:
6 reasons to open an RESP
Chapter 3:
RESP fees
Choosing an RESP
Chapter 1:
3 types of RESPs
Chapter 2:
Understanding group RESPs
Chapter 3:
Choosing an RESP provider
Chapter 4:
Opening an RESP
Putting money into an RESP
Chapter 1:
Making RESP contributions
Chapter 2:
Government grants and bonds
Taking money out of an RESP
Chapter 1:
Educational assistance payments (EAPs)
Chapter 2:
If your child doesn't continue their education
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An RESP helps you save tax-free for your child’s education, and government grants give you extra help. Find out how these plans work.
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