A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/RSP) is a federally approved savings vehicle that allows individuals to invest for retirement while benefiting from tax advantages. Contributions reduce taxable income, investment earnings grow tax-sheltered, and withdrawals are generally taxed when funds are accessed.
A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/RSP) is a federally approved savings vehicle that allows individuals to invest for retirement while benefiting from tax advantages. Contributions reduce taxable income, investment earnings grow tax-sheltered, and withdrawals are generally taxed when funds are accessed.

Key Advantages of an RRSP

Who qualifies to open an RRSP?

Anyone with earned income and available contribution space.

When must RRSP contributions stop?

Investment growth is not taxed until withdrawal.

Wide Investment Choice

Suitable for GICs, mutual funds, Segregated funds, ETFs, bonds, and equities.

Long-Term Wealth Building

Designed to support structured retirement savings.

Family Tax Planning

Spousal RRSPs help balance retirement income between partners.

Potential Drawbacks of an RRSP

Taxable Withdrawals

Funds taken out are added to your income.

Early Access Costs

Withholding tax applies to non-qualified withdrawals.

Annual Contribution Caps

Savings are limited by government-set thresholds.

Permanent Room Loss

Withdrawn amounts generally cannot be re-contributed.

Frequently Asked Questions

A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/RSP)

Anyone with earned income and available contribution space.

By December 31 of the year you reach age 71.

No, contributions are voluntary.

They are treated as taxable income in the year withdrawn.

Yes, programs such as the Home Buyers’ Plan and Lifelong Learning Plan.

A program allowing eligible buyers to use RRSP funds for a home purchase.

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Most standard investment products, including stocks, bonds, ETFs, and GICs.

Yes, unused room carries forward without expiry.

Penalties apply if contributions exceed allowable limits. 1% Each month

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