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Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) - Canada
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Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)

Technical resources for education savings program promoters
Offered by
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Official source: canada.ca
Funding available
$ 7,200
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply

Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) promoters

See full eligibility

Overview

The Canada Education Savings Program supports RESP promoters with technical information on education savings incentives and program administration. It covers RESP operations, industry testing, interface standards, and related forms and guides.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 7,200 $
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Official resources

Official page

How much money can be added to Registered Education Savings Plans

Program guide

About the Canada Education Savings Program

Appendix A. Registered Education Savings Plan provider user guide - Application forms - Education savings incentives

Appendix E. Registered Education Savings Plan provider user guide - Understanding error codes

Application form

ANNEX A - Additional Beneficiaries

Annex B - Primary caregiver or their spouse and/or custodial parent/legal guardian

APPLICATION: Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) and Canada Learning Bond (CLB)

Become a CLB Champion

Canada Learning Bond (CLB) Application for Adult Beneficiaries

Supporting document

Canada Education Savings Program - Data Interface Operations and Connectivity

Canada Learning Bond: Community partner resources

Data interface operations and connectivity

Info Bulletins: RESP, CESG, and the Canada Learning Bond

Info Capsule 2: Administrative responsibilities - Who does what

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) promoters
  • Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) providers
  • Canada Education Savings Program promoters

Contacts

1-800-O-Canada

Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) Program

What is the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)?

The Canada Education Savings Program supports RESP promoters with technical information on education savings incentives and program administration. It covers RESP operations, industry testing, interface standards, and related forms and guides.

How much funding can be received?

Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $7,200 per project.

Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)?

You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) or by phone at 1-800-O-Canada.

Where is the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) available?

The Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) program is available across Canada.

Is the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)?

Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)