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Education Money

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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RESPs

How much money does the government contribute to an RESP?

Government grants are one of the biggest reasons why Canadians open registered education savings plans for their kids. Here’s...

How much money does the government contribute to an RESP?
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My three kids chose different educational paths. How do I withdraw RESP funds in a way that’s fair to them and avoids unnecessary taxes?

A Certified Financial Planner explains how RESP withdrawals and taxation can work for each of your children, regardless of...

My three kids chose different educational paths. How do I withdraw RESP funds in a way that’s fair to them and avoids unnecessary taxes?
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What to do when you have insufficient or unused RESP funds

RESPs often fall short of funding a child’s full education, but sometimes an account holder ends up with unused...

What to do when you have insufficient or unused RESP funds

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Student Money: How to pay for school and have a life—a guide for students and parents

Going to school is expensive—but so are extracurriculars. This financial guide covers how to pay for school, for both...

Student Money: How to pay for school and have a life—a guide for students and parents
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Jacks on Tax

Year-end tax-saving tips for Canadians for 2024

Tax planning in Canada isn’t just for March and April. These smart tax moves need to be made before...

Year-end tax-saving tips for Canadians for 2024
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Investing

How to invest as a teenager in Canada

Birthday money burning a hole? Read our “investing for teens” guide for where to invest, how to buy stocks,...

How to invest as a teenager in Canada
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Year-end tax and financial planning considerations

Some strategies are time-sensitive, while others can help you start the new year on the right foot.

Year-end tax and financial planning considerations

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Jacks on Tax

School tax: What can you claim as a deduction on your annual income tax?

Post-secondary education is expensive, but you can cut the cost by taking advantage of these tax breaks.

School tax: What can you claim as a deduction on your annual income tax?

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