Canada Education Savings Grant – 20 years and growing

Nov 20, 2018 | "Saving for Education"

In 1998, the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) was announced to encourage early saving, by adding a 20% grant to savings (up to $500 annually or $7,200 lifetime).

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Watch for the Canada Learning Bond Letter

Nov 13, 2018 | "Saving for education"

To help low-income families get started with their education savings, the Government of Canada will make an initial deposit of $500 into an RESP. Additional contributions of $100 are automatically made to the RESP each year until the child turns 15 and no personal contributions to the RESP are required.

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Technology in the Classroom

Oct 2, 2018 | "Education Trends"

From iPads to interactive learning apps, “EdTech” (Education Technology) is coming to your child’s classroom and, as parents, you need to be ready. That means knowing more than what type of technology is being used; it means having an understanding of how your child is using it – and how you can best support them along the way.

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Tips for Back to School Success

Sep 4, 2018 | “Child, Development”

For parents and children alike the new school year is a chance to learn and grow together. Parents are instrumental in their child’s school success, after all! To help you and your child have a successful school year we’re sharing a few tips for each educational milestone:

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How to Help Your Kids Get Through the First Year of University

Aug 17, 2018 | "Education Trends"

Congratulations! Your child is ready to leave the nest and is off to college or university. A clean, quiet house filled with date nights sounds good, right? It is. But the transition after high school can be a very confusing experience for both parents and students. After all, your child is starting to let go of the hand that has (literally) fed them for the past 17-18 years.

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