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RESP – Registered Education Savings Plan

Secure Your Child’s Education with Tax-Advantaged Growth

A RESP (Registered Education Savings Plan) is a government-registered account that helps Canadian families save for their children’s post-secondary education efficiently. Contributions grow tax-deferred, and the government adds grants to accelerate growth. At Whealth, we guide families in creating customized RESP strategies that maximize savings and access government incentives.

What Is a RESP?

RESPs are a cornerstone of Canadian education planning, ensuring children can access post-secondary education without financial stress.

Tax-Deferred Growth

Contributions and earnings grow without immediate taxation, allowing for faster compounding.

Government Grants

Grants like CESG increase your savings significantly, adding up to $7,200 per child.

Lower Tax on Payouts

Earnings are taxed in the student's hands, usually at a much lower rate or zero.

Flexible Funding

Can be used for university, college, trade schools, and other qualifying training programs.

Leverage Government Grants

Free Money for Education

The Canadian government contributes up to $7,200 per child over time through the CESG, boosting your savings significantly. We help you optimize your contribution strategy to capture the maximum available grants.

  • CESG Grant optimization
  • Canada Learning Bond eligible
  • Provincial grant coordination
  • Grant-maximizing strategies
  • RESP Portfolio Design

    Our strategies are tailored based on your child's age and the specific education timeline.

    Investment Choices:
    GICBondsStocksMutual FundsSeg Funds

    Financial Confidence

    Ensure your children can access post-secondary education without financial stress, regardless of future price hikes.

    Selection Factors:
    Child's AgeEducation CostsRisk ProfileGrant Limits

    Future Peace of Mind

    No Compromise on Dreams

    RESPs give families confidence that their children’s education is financially supported — without compromising other long-term goals. Every dollar saved today is a dollar less your child needs to borrow tomorrow.

  • Reduced student debt
  • Locked-in education funds
  • Family-wide planning
  • Goal-based allocation
  • Tax-Efficient Funding

    Maximize Net Education Dollars

    Your contributions grow tax-deferred, and when withdrawn for education, the earnings are taxed in the student's hands. Since students usually have low or no income, the tax impact is often zero.

  • Zero tax growth for years
  • Lower tax bracket withdrawals
  • Optimal net returns
  • Plan Your Journey

    Whether it's university, college, or trade school, we help you prepare for the specific path your child chooses.

    Our Role:
    Grant TrackingDiversificationPortfolio RebalancingWithdrawal Support

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Anyone can open an RESP for a child (the beneficiary), including parents, grandparents, other relatives, or friends.
    The primary grant is the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG), where the government matches 20% on the first $2,500 of annual contributions. Some families may also qualify for the Canada Learning Bond (CLB).
    The lifetime contribution limit is $50,000 per beneficiary.
    You can typically keep the account open for up to 36 years, transfer it to another sibling, or withdraw your original contributions tax-free (grants must be returned to the government).
    The original contributions (principal) are withdrawn tax-free. The grants and investment growth (Educational Assistance Payments) are taxed as income in the hands of the student, who usually has a low tax bracket.

    Who Should Consider a RESP?

    New Parents

    Starting early to maximize the compounding effect and annual grant capture.

    Family Trustees

    Guardians and relatives seeking a tax-efficient way to gift education funds.

    Future-Focused Families

    Planning for elite university degrees or specialized international programs.

    Smart Savers

    Families wanting to secure a financial head-start for their children's career.

    Secure Your Child's Dreams Today

    Whealth helps Canadian families use RESPs strategically — so your child’s future is financially secure without financial stress.