Choosing between the RRSP and TFSA

When choosing an RRSP or TFSA, here’s a helpful starting point: a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is good for immediate tax benefits and long-term retirement savings, while a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is designed for more-immediate goals, like buying a car – or to save more for retirement. Ready to find what’s right for you? We offer:

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Personalized advice

No matter where you are on your path, we promise friendly, judgement-free advice to get you where you want to go financially. Together, we’ll consider factors like when you plan to withdraw the money and the tax advantages of each account type, so you reach your goals even sooner.

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Straightforward solutions

Choosing from popular accounts like the RRSP and TFSA, can be more difficult than it sounds. We’ll take the time to explain how an RRSP can lower your taxable income today and lead to a bigger tax refund, and how TFSA withdrawals can be made, tax-free. Anything you need to ensure the right decision for you.

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Co-operative values

As a values-driven co-operative, we put our clients first. For us, it’s simple: as your partner in financial success and as your neighbour in the community, we’re as invested as you are.

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Not sure how much you need to save for your retirement and other goals? Use our calculators to find out.

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For more than 75 years, we’ve been helping Canadians build and protect their financial futures. And that’s not about to change. With more than 600 locations across the country, a Co-operators financial representative* is ready to chat when you are.

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