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When do CPP and OAS pension payment increases happen around your birthday?

Luis asks when his Old Age Security payments will increase now that he is 75. We look at adjustment...

When do CPP and OAS pension payment increases happen around your birthday?
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Canadian Dental Care Plan news: All age groups can now apply

As of May 29, Canadians of all ages can apply for dental care coverage. Find out if you’re eligible...

Canadian Dental Care Plan news: All age groups can now apply
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EV rebates in Canada 

Car buyers can get up to $5,000 in government rebates for electric vehicles—maybe more, depending where in Canada you...

EV rebates in Canada 
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How to set up CRA direct deposit

Direct deposit puts tax refunds, benefits and other government payments into your bank account faster. Here’s how to sign...

How to set up CRA direct deposit

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Top 5 questions about family RESPs

If you have multiple kids or grandchildren, a family RESP can help you save for their college or university...

Top 5 questions about family RESPs
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Education Money

Contributing to your grandchild’s RESPs: What grandparents need to know

Helping a grandchild pay for post-secondary education is a smart gift that keeps giving. Here’s how to maximize your...

Contributing to your grandchild’s RESPs: What grandparents need to know
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Education Money

Reducing risk in an RESP: How to invest as your kid approaches college or university

An RESP’s investment mix should evolve over time. Here’s how to focus on growing and then preserving your savings...

Reducing risk in an RESP: How to invest as your kid approaches college or university
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Education Money

RESP vs. RRSP and TFSA: What’s the best option for education savings?

Families saving for a child’s post-secondary education have more options than ever. With TFSAs, RRSPs and other accounts, does...

RESP vs. RRSP and TFSA: What’s the best option for education savings?

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The top 5 questions about RESPs

What can an RESP be used for? What’s the best strategy for RESP withdrawals? Embark’s CEO answers these common...

The top 5 questions about RESPs

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