Important dates for RRSP, RRIF, HBP, LLP and RDSP

RRSP

March 1, 2010, is the deadline for contributing to an RRSP for the 2009 tax year.

December 31 of the year you turn 71 years of age is the last day you can contribute to your own RRSP. See Options when turning 71 for more information.

RDSP

The deadline for opening an RDSP, making contributions and applying for the matching Grant and the income-tested Bond for the 2008 contribution year has been extended to March 2, 2009 from December 31, 2008. The 2009 RDSP contribution year will begin March 3, 2009.

Home Buyer's Plan

You have to buy or build the qualifying home before October 1 of the year after the year of withdrawal. See Conditions for participating in the HBP for more details

Lifelong Learning Plan

The student must have received a written offer to enroll before March of the year after you withdraw funds from your RRSPs.

Forms and publications

• Forms and publications you may need for RRSPs.

Related topics

• Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs)