We often hear that having a financial plan is important. But sometimes we're not always sure why. Here's a short explainer: It gives you a sense of security because you’re able to provide for yourself (and any dependents if applicable). It allows you to make short, medium and long-term goals (i.e. like buying a [...]
Since the beginning of the year, we’ve been hearing a lot about the importance of spending our dollars in Canada. Now that the weather is nice, and if you’re able to in your region, here are some inexpensive staycation ideas: National, provincial or city parks Farmers’ markets near you or in other towns/cities Heritage [...]
On June 1, 2025, CEIRP members will have a new dedicated help line from Canada Life. Please update your records with this number: 1-833-531-6418
One of the biggest selling points about the TFSA (Tax Free Savings Account) is that your money grows tax free, and you can access it when you need it — tax free. This feature also makes it an ideal savings tool to save for emergencies, instead of using your RRSP. There are, however, two [...]
Over the last few years, we’ve shared articles and tips to help you get ready to file your taxes. Here is a reminder of those pieces and some other links that you might find useful: Canada Life’s Policy Regarding Tax Slips and Statements Where to find your tax receipts for RRSP contributions. Each year [...]
Spreading your savings between multiple financial institutions can make managing your investments unnecessarily complicated. Consider consolidating them into CEIRP. Here's how. 1) Book a meeting with a Canada Life wealth consultant who are available Monday to Friday between 8am and 8pm ET. They will: Complete the required transfer form(s) Sent the form(s) to you [...]
Get flexibility in how and where you access your group savings information with Canada Life’s member site: My Canada Life at Work™. Managing your savings is easy with My Canada Life at Work. Access your plan information where and when you want. Set a retirement goal and track your progress. Make contributions. Find savings [...]
For your convenience, the "Important Deadlines for RRSP and TFSAs" information sheet for this upcoming season is now available. Click here to download the document. Holiday hours GRS administration offices will have limited hours on Tuesday, Dec. 24 and will be open until noon. The Client Service Center will operate on Tuesday, Dec. 24 [...]
UPDATED: New webinar dates! Click here to access the page. Canada Life has launched a new webpage that you can bookmark to see the dates of upcoming multi-employer education sessions. You can also enter your email address to get notification of when registration opens, which is great for those members who either didn’t provide [...]
Questions have been raised regarding Canada Life’s policy regarding tax slips and statements. As a reminder: Prior to September 2022, when members logged into My Canada Life At Work, they were prompted to accept the new Terms & Conditions which included receiving electronic statements, tax slips, etc., where available. If members have NOT logged [...]
