In 2014, the government of BC declared October RDSP Awareness Month to help raise awareness about the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). The RDSP is the world's first savings plan specifically designed for people with disabilities. Even with little to no personal contributions, there are significant government contributions available to help many Canadians with disabilities save for the future.
Everyone deserves a chance to save for the future, but prevailing health and social inequities pose barriers to accessing financial security. We know that health can significantly impact financial well-being, and that social circumstances deeply impact health outcomes. We recognize the RDSP as just one tool that gives more Canadians with disabilities a chance to plan for long-term financial security.
Throughout the month of October, Access RDSP, a partnership between Plan Institute, BCANDS and DABC will be sharing content, information and resources through our social media channels and on our website to improve the awareness of the RDSP. We will introduce you to the plan and its benefits, identify its barriers, and offer tips on how people can get started. We hope you join us by visiting our website for updates and sharing our posts to help us spread the word!
