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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Tax-deductible contributions, tax-deferred growth, fully taxable withdrawals. Must convert to RRIF by end of year you turn 71.

Eligibility

  • Canadian resident with earned income
  • Under 72 at year-end (for contributions)
  • Must have available RRSP room (18% of prior-year earned income, up to annual dollar limit)

Limits and rules

  • 2026 dollar limit: $32,490 (verify before relying)
  • Room accumulates from first year of earned income and carries forward indefinitely
  • Over-contributions beyond $2,000 buffer trigger 1% per month penalty

Source

CRA: RRSP →

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