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Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Save for your retirement and defer taxes with an RRSP from HSBC.

An investment in your future - with advantages today

A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is a government-recognized, tax-sheltered account you can use to build your retirement savings. It can hold a variety of assets, including mutual funds, GICs, bonds, stocks and cash. RRSPs are also available as spousal plans, locked-in accounts, and payroll savings options.

At that point, you would convert your RRSP into a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) or Life Income Fund (LIF).1

 

Make the most of your RRSP before the March 1, 2023, contribution deadline for the 2022 tax year

You can contribute 18% of earned income reported on your tax return in the preceding year up to $29,210 in 2022 and $30,780 in 2023.

Contributions to an RRSP may lower your taxable income. Consult a tax professional to review your personal situation and circumstances.

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Benefits and features1,2

  • Pay less income tax
    Your contribution is deducted directly from your current income, giving you immediate tax savings.
  • Build your wealth faster

    When you contribute regularly throughout the year, you take advantage of the power of compounding. And since income earned within your RRSP is not taxed, your investment can potentially grow even faster.

    		  
  • Defer your taxes to a lower rate
    When you withdraw money from your RRSP, usually when you’re retired, your income is typically lower and therefore you may pay tax at a lower rate.
  • Contribute before the deadline
    Don’t wait until the annual RRSP contribution deadline. Add money as early as possible and take advantage of the extra time for your investments to grow, tax-free.
  • Maximize your RRSP contributions
    You can maximize your contribution based on the amount shown on your previous year’s Notice of Assessment. You’ll get the maximum tax deduction now with the potential of having a bigger nest egg at retirement. If you haven’t maximised your contributions and have more room available, you can catch up using an RRSP Loan. 3
  • Contribute automatically and regularly
    You can make a lump-sum contribution before the deadline, but it makes more sense to start a regular investment plan. Your investments will have more time to grow and you won’t have to worry about timing the market or meeting deadlines.
  • Set up a spousal RRSP
    Spousal RRSPs can be beneficial if you are the higher-income spouse and contribute to an RRSP for the lower-income spouse. You can contribute to their RRSP and have the amount deducted from your income. In retirement, your spouse can withdraw funds – splitting the income more equally between you and your spouse, and potentially helping you pay less income tax as a couple.
  • Open a locked-in retirement account 

    If you no longer contribute to your defined benefit or defined contribution pension plan, you may be able to transfer those assets to a locked-in retirement account (LIRA or LRSP). Like an RRSP, money in a locked-in account can be invested and withdrawn in retirement.
       
  • Borrow from your RRSP to buy a home
    The Home Buyer’s Plan (HBP) is a program that allows eligible RRSP holders to withdraw up to $35,000 from their RRSP in a calendar year to buy or build a qualifying home.
  • Borrow from your RRSP to pay for education
    Register for the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) and be eligible to withdraw up to $10,000 from your RRSP in a calendar year to finance full-time training or education for you, your spouse or common-law partner.
  • Avoid taking money out of your RRSP until retirement
    You can withdraw money from your RRSP at any time, but apart from the Home Buyer’s Plan and Lifelong Learning Plan, all withdrawals are considered taxable income and withholding taxes may be charged.

Build the RRSP that’s right for you

No matter your retirement needs, HSBC offers a wide range of RRSP-eligible options to help achieve your goals.

• HSBC Mutual Funds4

Considered a popular investment option for RRSP accounts: choose from our unique line up of funds, including one of the largest selections of emerging markets funds in Canada and funds focused on income and dividends. Not insured by the CDIC.

 
     

• HSBC Managed Solutions4

Benefit from broad diversification across asset classes and markets with the expertise of global portfolio managers who make the day-to-day investment decisions for you. Not insured by the CDIC.

• Individual stocks, bonds, ETFs and more 

Select and manage your own RRSP investments with HSBC InvestDirect5. Access a wide variety of securities from major international markets and pay low trading commissions. Not insured by the CDIC.

• Private Investment Counsel services6

An exclusive, boutique discretionary service designed for high-net-worth clients offering tailored solutions and specialized attention from HSBC's worldwide network of research analysts and money managers.

• Savings products

 

 Enjoy peace of mind with redeemable Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs), Term Deposits, and cash savings. Your principal is safe, and rates of return are guaranteed.

 

How to apply

You must have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) to apply for an RRSP account.

You may contribute up to your RRSP deduction limit.  Contributions can be made until December 31 of the year you turn 71 or to a spousal RRSP until December 31 of the year that your spouse or common-law partner turns 71. 

Open a new RRSP

Open a new mutual funds account online through HSBC Wealth Compass™

Open a Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs), Term Deposits, or savings account, or speak to a representative in branch about other investment options.

  

or call 1-888-310-4722

Open a new Self-Directed account with HSBC InvestDirect

Already have an RRSP account with HSBC?

Contribute to your existing HSBC RRSP savings or fixed Term Deposit account

Contribute to your mutual fund account online through HSBC Wealth Compass™

Apply for an HSBC RRSP Loan

An RRSP Loan is a great way to maximize your RRSP if you haven't reached your contribution limit. Proceeds can be invested in a wide range of options, including mutual funds3 and GICs.

  

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