Tax-free savings account (TFSA)
Tax-free savings account (TFSA)
Grow your savings tax-free in an account that's easy to access
Contribute online to a TFSA - This link will open in a new window.
What's a TFSA?
A TFSA or tax-free savings account is a flexible way to save with all the benefits of a registered plan. You can use it to put aside money free of tax for your goals throughout life, or to set up an emergency fund. Since TFSA withdrawals aren't taxable, more money stays in your pocket, and is there when you need it.
Reasons to open a TFSA
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Achieve your goals
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Prepare for unexpected expenses
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Top up your retirement savings
Advantages of a TFSA
Tax-free investment income
Your TFSA contributions and the income generated are not taxable.
Tax-free withdrawals
You can withdraw funds from your TFSA without paying tax. Withdrawn amounts are added back to your contribution room for the next calendar year.
Cumulative contributions
If you don't reach your limit, your unused contribution room is carried forward to the next year.
No impact on government benefit eligibility
Since withdrawals aren't taxable, they don't affect government benefits and credits that are based on income.
Contribution limit
The amount that you can contribute to your TFSA is limited by your contribution room.
How to open a TFSA
Open an account
Log in to AccèsD to open a TFSA and start contributing. It's quick and easy!
Contribute online - This link will open in a new window.Or call us
Montreal area:
514-CAISSES
Elsewhere in Canada:
1-800-CAISSES
Choose your investments
Add investments to your TFSA and watch your money grow. Your advisor can help you select investments in line with your goals, investment horizon, risk tolerance and investor profile.
Set up automatic transfers
With automatic transfers, your contributions are withdrawn directly from your account. Save all year long by deciding how much you want to transfer and how often.
4 types of TFSA-eligible investments
Need help?
Speak to an advisor to pick the investments that are right for your profile and goals.
Avoid waiting on hold.
Have us call you when it's convenient.
How to put your TFSA to work
Set money aside for a rainy day
TFSAs are a great way to save even without a specific goal in mind. Plan to put 3 to 6 months' worth of net pay aside in an emergency fund so you're ready if anything comes up.
Keep saving after retirement
Unlike the RRSP, your TFSA has no age limit for contributing. You can keep it open once you retire and continue growing your money. Since withdrawals aren't taxed and have no impact on your government benefits, the TFSA is an excellent vehicle for additional retirement income.
Start saving now
Go to AccèsD to make a quick contribution and set up automatic transfers.
Contribute online - to a TFSA. This link will open in a new window.Other tax-free savings options
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FAQ – Tax-free Savings Account (TFSA)
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- The type of investments held in your TFSA determine how easily you can access your money.
- Withdrawals of deliberate overcontributions, non-qualified investments and asset transfer transactions, and any income attributable thereto, do not create additional TFSA contribution room. Some of these types of income may be subject to a 100% taxation rate.
- Any excess contributions are penalized at the rate of 1% a month.
- Desjardins Funds are not guaranteed, their value fluctuates frequently, and their past performance is not indicative of their future returns. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Desjardins Funds are offered by registered dealers.
- Rate is subject to change without notice. The minimum investment is $1,000 at the caisse and $500 online.
- Upon maturity, the principal will be transferred to your Desjardins TFSA savings account and treated as a contribution for 2023, and the interest generated by your principal will be deposited in your Everyday Transaction Account. It's your responsibility to make sure that your contributions do not exceed your 2023 TFSA contribution room. A tax of 1% per month applies to excess contributions. To find out your TFSA contribution room, visit My Account at the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or use the MyCRA app. The unused TFSA contribution room provided by the CRA does not include contributions made during the current year. Your TFSA contribution room includes all TFSAs you hold, whether at Desjardins or another financial institution.