Becoming parents

Being a new parent is a time where you have a lot of questions, including about your finances, like how do we manage the expenses of a new baby? Do we need to move? What should we be saving for their future?

Scotiabank is here to help with these questions and many others as you navigate this exciting time of your life.

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You have the nursery ready, now what? We walk you through how you can save and invest for your family’s future.

How to save for your child’s education with an RESP

Your guide to Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs).

3 Essential Tips for First-time Homebuyers

Here are some tips to help you be ready to buy your first home.

Five ways to teach your children about money

How to start taking to your kids about saving and more.

5 Tips to Consider Before Withdrawing Funds From your RESP

Here are 5 tips to help you get the most out of your RESP withdrawals.

5 tips to help you cut back on monthly expenses

Our tips on how to cut your expenses to make sure you aren’t outspending your budget.

3 easy steps to starting an emergency fund

How you can start an emergency fund to prepare for the unexpected.

Tools

Saving for your child’s future

How much do you need to put away each year to save enough for your little one to head off to college or university? Find out with our RESP Reality Check tool.

Scotiabank RESP Reality Check

Are you buyers or renters?

Sometimes a new baby means a change of scenery. Buying or renting is a common decision for new parents, so try out our tool to see which is right for you.

Rent or Own

Saving for your future hockey star

Are your kids dreaming of playing hockey? Here is how you can budget and save so that you can cheer them on from the stands.

Hockey Budget Calculator