
If you're a Canadian looking to grow your savings over time, investing in a TFSA (Tax-Free Savings Account) is a great option. Royal Bank of Canada offers TFSA investing for Canadians, allowing you to save and invest your money without paying taxes.
You can contribute up to $6,000 in a calendar year to your TFSA, and carry forward any unused contribution room. This means you can contribute more than $6,000 in a single year if you have unused room from previous years.
Having a TFSA with Royal Bank of Canada can help you reach your long-term financial goals, such as saving for a down payment on a house or retirement.
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What is a TFSA?
A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is a registered investment account that lets you save for any big-ticket item or goal – tax free. You can use it to save for things like a car, your wedding, or retirement.
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A TFSA is a type of registered investment account, which means you can hold income-generating investments in it, unlike a savings account. You can choose from different types of investments, depending on where you open your account.
Here are some options to consider:
- RBC Royal Bank: ideal if you want investment advice and access to an advisor – in-person, by phone or over video
- RBC Direct Investing: ideal if you want to make your own investment decisions
- RBC InvestEase: ideal if you want to invest online and access Portfolio Advisors
You can open a TFSA with any amount you're comfortable with, but remember to keep the contribution limits in mind.
RBC Investment Benefits
At RBC, you can start investing today with the help of an advisor who will create a personalized investment plan tailored to your goals.
The age of majority is 19 in several Canadian provinces, including Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut, which may impact when you can open a TFSA.
You can start accumulating contribution room for a TFSA at age 18, even if you can't open one until you're 19 in some provinces.
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TFSAs and Fees
Transferring your TFSA to a financial institution outside RBC can come with a $150.00 fee.
A fee of $150.00 will apply if you wish to transfer your current RBC TFSA to a financial institution outside RBC (and its affiliates).
Getting Started

You can start saving for your future with an RBC TFSA, which offers tax-free savings for various goals.
The age of majority is 19 for residents of several provinces and territories, which may delay the opening of a TFSA, but contribution room starts accumulating at age 18.
To get started, consider what you want to save for, whether it's new furniture, an emergency fund, or retirement.
An RBC advisor can help you develop an investment plan tailored to your goals, so don't hesitate to reach out for guidance.
Start saving today and take advantage of the tax-free benefits offered by an RBC TFSA.
Understanding TFSAs
A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is a powerful registered investment account you can use to save for any big-ticket item or goal – tax free. You can hold income-generating investments in it versus just cash, giving you more flexibility and less taxes.
The types of investments you can buy in your TFSA depend on where you open an account. You also want to consider your reasons for investing and your appetite for risk when choosing investments. At RBC, you can open a TFSA with any amount you are comfortable with, and remember to keep the contribution limits in mind.

To make the most of your TFSA, consider setting up regular automatic contributions into your account. You can decide how much to save and how often, and be mindful of your available TFSA contribution room when setting this up.
Here are the benefits of withdrawing money from a TFSA:
- You won't have to pay tax on money you take out.
- Withdrawals won’t reduce benefits and credits you’re eligible to receive from the Federal Government, such as Old Age Security (OAS).
- Withdrawals get added back to your unused contribution room.
How a TFSA Works
A TFSA is a type of registered investment account that lets you hold income-generating investments, not just cash. You can open a TFSA with any amount you're comfortable with, but remember to keep the contribution limits in mind.
You can choose from different types of investments, depending on where you open your account. For example, RBC Royal Bank offers investment advice and access to an advisor, while RBC Direct Investing allows you to make your own investment decisions.
To invest your money at RBC, you can open a TFSA with any amount you're comfortable with. You can also set up regular automatic contributions into your TFSA, which can help your money grow faster over time.
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Here are some benefits of setting up automatic contributions:
- You decide how much to save and how often
- Contributions are automatically debited from your bank account
- You can change how much you want to save, how often you contribute, and stop or pause your contributions at any time
It's worth noting that while you can take money out of a TFSA for any reason, your timing depends on the investments you hold in it. For example, non-redeemable GICs must be held until maturity.
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Assumptions
Taxes are based on the annual income entered with no additional deductions or earnings.
This tool assumes you were 18 years or older in 2009, otherwise the contribution limit will be lower.
Your annual income is used to estimate your combined federal/provincial marginal tax rate for the purpose of this calculator.
Tax-free and taxable investment results are approximations and do not reflect actual returns.
This tool assumes a marginal tax rate based on the annual income you provided and an average rate of all Canadian provinces.

The tool uses the federal, provincial, and territorial tax rates for 2021, which can be found on the Canada Revenue Agency's website.
Interest from your investments is taxed at the end of the year, so it's essential to consider this when planning your TFSA contributions.
The starting contribution amount is assumed to be contributed in the beginning of the year, which is a common practice for many Canadians.
Regular periodic contributions are assumed to be made at the end of each period, which can help spread out the tax implications.
This tool assumes the input of annual income, without consideration of surtaxes, low-income tax reduction, and common non-refundable tax credits such as the basic personal amount.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the downside of a TFSA?
A TFSA's contribution limit does not reduce your taxable income, which may make it less beneficial for high-income earners.
Sources
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