09/02/2026
📚 A new school year often prompts parents to think about their children's future.
For many families, saving for post-secondary education starts with an RESP. And this is for good reason! The government grant makes it one of the most effective ways to save for education. But…have you ever wondered whether there are other ways to invest in your child's future?
One option that often surprises people is permanent life insurance for children.
It's not designed to replace traditional education savings, but it can complement a family’s long-term plan once other priorities have been addressed.
Once all the other pieces of your financial plan are in place, such as the right protection plan, building an emergency fund and funding an RESP, permanent life insurance can become a valuable long-term planning tool. Depending on the policy, it may help:
✔️ Protect your child's future insurability while they're young and healthy.
✔️ Lock in lower premiums than they may qualify for later in life.
✔️ Build long-term value over time.
✔️ Become a meaningful financial gift they'll appreciate as adults.
Every financial tool has a purpose. The key is understanding which ones make sense for your family and when they should come into the picture.
In our latest blog, we explore why some parents and grandparents are adding permanent life insurance to their long-term planning conversations, and how it can complement (not replace) traditional savings strategies like an RESP.
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