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    The hidden government grant most BC families are missing.

    Eligible families can receive government money whether they contribute or not. Most have never heard of it. Discover how the RDSP can secure your family's future.

    $3,500 max grant/yr
    $1,000 max bond/yr
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    Your RDSP Profile

    Beneficiary Information

    10

    Must be under 60 to open. Contributions allowed until age 59.

    Years of Contributions: 39

    Family Income

    2024 thresholds. Use previous year's net income.

    Contribution Details

    $1,500

    Lifetime contribution limit: $200,000. No annual limit.

    5%

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    Total Government Contributions

    $90,000

    Free government money added to your RDSP

    Annual Grant (CDSG)

    $3,500

    Based on income and contribution

    Annual Bond (CDSB)

    $1,000

    Based on income level

    Your Contributions

    $58,500

    Total out of pocket

    Projected Value at 60

    $982,593

    Total with investment growth

    CDSG (Grant)

    Canada Disability Savings Grant

    Government matches your contributions up to $3,500/year. Lifetime max: $70,000. Must contribute to receive.

    CDSB (Bond)

    Canada Disability Savings Bond

    Up to $1,000/year for low-income families. Lifetime max: $20,000. NO contribution required to receive bond.

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    Important RDSP Rules

    10-Year Repayment Rule

    If withdrawn within 10 years of last government contribution, grants and bonds must be repaid. Plan withdrawals carefully.

    Holdback Rule

    The RDSP holds back grants and bonds for 10 years from when they were deposited before they're fully yours.

    Lifetime Disability Assist Plan (LDAP)

    After age 60, you can start receiving regular payments from your RDSP tax-efficiently.

    DTC Renewal

    The DTC must remain valid to keep government contributions. Renew before it expires.

    At age 10 with a family income under $34,863, your family qualifies for $3,500 in annual government grants and $1,000 in bonds — $4,500 per year in free money. Over 39 years of contributions, that's $90,000 in government contributions plus investment growth, for a projected total of $982,593 at age 60.

    Canada's most underused savings plan — explained simply

    The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a powerful tool designed to help Canadians with disabilities and their families save for long-term financial security.

    Government matching

    Canada Disability Savings Grant matches contributions up to $3,500/yr.

    Free bond money

    Lower-income families receive up to $1,000/yr with no contribution required.

    Retroactive grants

    Eligible Canadians can claim unused grants going back 10 years.

    Tax-sheltered growth

    Money grows tax-free inside the RDSP compounding over decades.

    Who qualifies for the Disability Tax Credit?

    The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) covers more conditions than most people realize. If a condition significantly impacts daily life, you may qualify.

    Physical disabilitiesMental health conditionsLearning disabilitiesAutism spectrumChronic illnessVision impairmentHearing impairmentAnd many more

    What's inside the free guide

    The Hidden Government Grant Most BC Families Are Missing.

    1. What the RDSP is and how it works — plain language explanation.

    2. Full eligibility checklist — yes/no checklist to determine if someone qualifies for the DTC.

    3. Exactly how much the government will contribute — grant and bond amounts by income level.

    4. Step-by-step: how to open an RDSP — exact steps from applying for DTC to opening the account.

    5. Common mistakes to avoid — errors that cause grant clawbacks and how to avoid them.

    "I had no idea this existed. We've been leaving thousands of dollars on the table every year. Sarah walked us through everything in one call."

    — Jennifer T., Victoria BC.

    "My son has autism and we qualified for the DTC years ago but never opened an RDSP. The retroactive grants alone made a huge difference for our family."

    — Mark & Lisa R., Saanich BC.

    "I'm a nurse and I still didn't know about this. Every family dealing with disability should know the RDSP exists. This guide made it so clear."

    — Diane K., Victoria BC.

    Everything you need to know about the RDSP.

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    Eligibility

    Government Grants and Bonds

    Opening and Managing the Plan

    Don't Leave Free Government Money On The Table

    The RDSP is the most generous government savings program in Canada — and the most underused. Book a free call and we'll tell you exactly what your family qualifies for and how to open one.

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    This calculator is for illustrative and educational purposes only. Grant and bond amounts are based on 2024 federal thresholds and may change. Consult a licensed financial advisor and visit canada.ca for official RDSP information. Sarah Lovett is licensed in British Columbia (LIC-2025-0059458-R01).

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