If you want to start saving, no amount is too small

The sound management of your finances and savings starts with your first contribution. Whether you're eyeing a major purchase, wanting to have a cushion to fall back on, or just want to be able to treat yourself to small luxuries, saving will allow you to carry out all kinds of projects.

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You know what they say—time is money! The sooner you start saving, the more your money will work for you and the easier it will be to reach your goals.

Automatic savings, a strategy that pays off

If budgeting is a great strategy you can use to achieve your financial goals, automatic savings are your most valuable player. You can automate your contributions by setting aside a certain amount of money on a regular basis.

The benefits of automatic savings

Save without thinking

Automating your savings by setting up automatic bank withdrawals¹ is an easy way to make contributions without overthinking it.

Avoid the temptation to spend

By transferring a certain amount of money automatically, you won't be tempted to use these funds for other purchases.

Optimize your investments

Spreading your contributions throughout the year is a good way to mitigate the impacts of market fluctuations. This strategy also helps you form a saving habit that reduces your likelihood of making impulse purchases.

Manage your savings according to your needs

With automatic savings, you choose the amount and frequency of your contributions. This means you can always make changes to suit your needs.

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The RRSP: Plan for the future while reducing your taxable income today

The Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is a very tax-efficient savings vehicle, since the amounts you contribute are fully tax-deductible. What's more, in addition to playing a vital role in your retirement savings plan, this account can also be used to carry out projects such as buying a home with the HBP or going back to school as part of the LLP.

RRSP+ with the Fonds

Take advantage of the RRSP tax deduction.
Receive an additional 30% in tax credits,² exclusive to labour-sponsored funds.
Save for retirement, buying a home, or going back to school.

Learn more about the RRSP+

RRSP with FlexiFonds

Take advantage of the RRSP tax deduction.
Choose between three mutual funds, depending on your risk profile.
Save for retirement, buying a home, or going back to school.

Learn more about the RRSP with FlexiFonds

Start saving with a TFSA

The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is much more than a savings account! It's a flexible savings vehicle that can help you save throughout every stage of your life. By starting to save today, you'll have the tools you need to carry out your medium- or long-term projects. The TFSA is perfect for this.

TFSA with FlexiFonds

Start saving as soon as you turn 18.
Enjoy tax-free returns.
Withdraw your money tax-free when you need it.
Save for any project you care about.

Learn more about the TFSA with FlexiFonds

Starting early is always a good idea!

Saving smaller amounts when you're young is more profitable than saving larger amounts later in life.

If you contribute $2,000 per year for 20 years, you'll save $62,743. At an annual return rate of 4.5%*, you will have accumulated $56,559.

On the other hand, if you save $1,000 per year for 40 years at the same rate of return, that $40,000 will yield $107,030. That's about $44,000 more for the same amount contributed.

Notes

*In this hypothetical projection, the Fonds de solidarité FTQ uses an average annual return of 4.5%, which is a reasonable rate of return. The rate of return used only serves to illustrate the effects of the compound growth rate and is not intended to reflect future values of Fonds de solidarité FTQ shares.

Most frequently asked questions

Getting Started
How do I open an account online?
Signing up for an account is an easy and secured process. It only takes a few minutes!
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Getting Started
What's an RRSP?
An RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) is an investment vehicle that lets you save throughout your professional life to compensate for a financial need that may arise during your retirement.
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Getting Started
What's a TFSA?
A TFSA (Tax-Free Savings Account) is a registered savings acccount in which people aged 18 and over can save money sheltered from tax.
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FlexiFonds
What are the withdrawal conditions for units registered in a RRSP with FlexiFonds products?
There are no withdrawal conditions for FlexiFonds products. You should note, however, that withdrawing amounts from an RRSP gives rise to tax withholdings.
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FlexiFonds
What are the withdrawal conditions for units registered in a TFSA with FlexiFonds products?
There are no withdrawal conditions or transaction fees on all FlexiFonds products.
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Redemptions and withdrawals
Under what conditions can I withdraw the money held in my RRSP+ with the Fonds?
Because the Fonds is subject to a share redemption policy, it can redeem your shares only if your situation meets one of the redemption criteria set out in Schedules 1 and 2 of the Prospectus.1
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    The subscription of shares of the Fonds de solidarité FTQ may give rise to labour-sponsored fund tax credits. The tax credits amount to 30%, namely 15% at the Quebec level and 15% at the federal level, and are limited to $1,500 per fiscal year, which represents a $5,000 subscription of shares of the Fonds de solidarité FTQ.

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