Saving for education

Discover our range of investment solutions to save for your children’s post-secondary education.

Investment options

While Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) are a popular way to set aside money for your child’s or grandchild’s education, there are other ways to save money for school, such as a non-registered account or a TFSA.

Personalized approach

A Scotia advisor will get to know you and help build a customized education savings plan to help you achieve your goals.

The Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)

The CESG is equal to 20% on the first $2,500 in annual contributions made to each beneficiary in an RESP plan. Find out how to boost your RESP savings with the CESG.1

 Registered plan for education

Start a savings plan that’s right for your child with the help of a trusted expert. 

Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs)

RESPs help parents, family, and friends save towards a child's future post-secondary education.

Products for education 

Build your plan by choosing from our flexible and customizable investment options.

Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs)

A worry-free investment product that keeps your principal investment safe and has a guaranteed rate of return.

ScotiaFunds® Portfolio Solutions

Our Portfolio Solutions offer a diversified mix of mutual funds in the convenience of single investment to help you grow your savings while carefully managing risk.  Whether you are seeking regular income or long-term growth, there’s a portfolio solution designed to help you achieve your goals.

Mutual funds

Mutual funds deliver instant diversification and professional money management in a cost-effective and convenient solution.

MomentumPLUS Savings Account

A high interest savings account that rewards you the longer you save.
 

All with no minimum balance or monthly account fee.

Savings Accelerator Account

Earn a competitive interest rate on your money as it grows, with no monthly account fee. 

 

Available in registered§ and non-registered plans.

Are you saving for something else?

We can help you achieve your financial goals.

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