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SUMMARY:The RDSP and DTC Blueprint: Turning Eligibility into Long-term Financial Security
DESCRIPTION:The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is one of the most powerful—and underused—financial programs in Canada. \n\n\n\nOffering up to $90\,000 in government grants and bonds\, the RDSP has the potential to transform long-term financial security for individuals living with disabilities. Yet\, hundreds of thousands of eligible Canadians either don’t have one\, or don’t fully understand how to maximize it. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, RDSP Educator Trish Van Sickle and Disability Tax Credit (DTC) Specialist Dr. Wayne McLeod walk you through the full journey\, starting with the RDSP and connecting it back to the Disability Tax Credit that unlocks it. \n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 56:30 – 7:45 p.m.Online via Sinneave Connects \n\n\n\nAttendees will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow the RDSP works\n\n\n\nWho qualifies\n\n\n\nHow to maximize government grants\, bonds\, and long-term growth\n\n\n\nCommon mistakes families make when opening an RDSP\n\n\n\nKey questions to ask any institution before choosing where to open one\n\n\n\nThe Disability Tax Credit explained\n\n\n\nWhy DTC applications get denied and how to strengthen them.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is education-first and designed to empower individuals\, families\, caregivers\, and professionals with clarity\, confidence\, and actionable knowledge. There will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end. \n\n\n\nWhether you are newly approved for the DTC\, considering applying\, or supporting someone who may qualify\, this webinar will help you understand the full opportunity available—and how to make the most of it. Attendees are encouraged to invite a parent\, partner\, or support person if they would like someone close to them to learn alongside them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvance registration is required. Click on the button that says\, “Sinneave Connects” to register. \n\n\n\nIf you already have a Sinneave Connects account\, log in as usual. If you have not yet created an account\, it’s free and easy to do. Follow the prompts on the log-in page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters: \n\n\n\nDr. Wayne McLeod is a dedicated educator and advocate focused on helping Canadians successfully navigate the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). Through years of experience guiding families\, Dr. McLeod understands how overwhelming and confusing the DTC process can be. Many eligible individuals are denied simply due to incomplete applications or unclear medical documentation. His approach centers on education\, clarity\, and ensuring applications are properly positioned to meet CRA requirements. \n\n\n\nAs the author of How to Successfully Apply for the Disability Tax Credit\, Dr. McLeod provides practical\, step-by-step guidance to help individuals\, caregivers\, and professionals confidently navigate the process and access the financial support they deserve. \n\n\n\nHis mission is simple: remove barriers\, increase awareness\, and help families turn DTC approval into long-term financial opportunity. \n\n\n\nTrish Van Sickle is a passionate RDSP educator on a mission to ensure no eligible Canadian misses out on one of the most powerful financial programs in the country: the Registered Disability Savings Plan. \n\n\n\nDespite offering up to $90\,000 in government grants and bonds\, hundreds of thousands of eligible Canadians still do not have an RDSP simply because they don’t understand how it works or where to start. That’s where Trish steps in. \n\n\n\nShe simplifies the complex\, breaks down the rules\, and focuses on education first. Whether families work with her directly or choose another institution\, she equips them with the knowledge\, confidence\, and the right questions to ask so they can properly set up\, manage\, and maximize their RDSP. \n\n\n\nHer mission is bold and clear: raise awareness\, close the education gap\, and connect as many Canadians as possible to the financial security they deserve. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, or need technical support accessing Sinneave Connects\, reach out to us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403 210-5000. We are here to help.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/the-rdsp-and-dtc-blueprint-turning-eligibility-into-long-term-financial-security/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Information Session,Learning & Connection Activity
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SUMMARY:Self-advocacy Workshop: Finding Your Voice
DESCRIPTION:You’ve probably heard the word “Self-advocacy” before\, but do you know what it is and how to do it? \n\n\n\n\nSelf-advocacy is expressing your needs and preferences in a way that ensures your voice is heard in the decisions that impact your life.  \n\n\n\nThis session will provide practical tips and strategies to help you negotiate and discuss how you can have your needs met in your current environment. When you have an understanding of what’s important to you\, you can clearly communicate\, set boundaries\, and make decisions that align with your beliefs and goals. There will also be an opportunity to summarize and apply everything covered in all 3 workshops. \n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 126:00 – 7:30 p.m.Online via Sinneave Connects \n\n\n\nThis session is one of 3 workshops designed to provide Autistic and neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn about self-advocacy and practice skills that will help build confidence in speaking up for yourself. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvance registration is not required\, however\, if you want to sign up\, our team can contact you in the event of any last minute changes or cancellations. Click the button that says “Sinneave Connects” to enroll in the course. \n\n\n\nIf you have not created a free Sinneave Connects account yet\, you will need to do that to access the online link. Just follow the prompts on the sign-in page. \n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs these sessions build on each other\, attending all three is recommended\, but not required. Other sessions in this series are: \n\n\n\nPart One – Knowing Yourself – Tuesday\, April 14In this session\, you will learn what self-advocacy is and how can it benefit you. It will also help you understand your strengths and some of the barriers you face\, which will enhance your ability to self-advocate. \n\n\n\nPart Two – Starting the Conversation – Tuesday\, April 28This session will provide strategies for you to practice communicating your needs with others\, as well as tips for how you can effectively start conversations about your needs \n\n\n\nIf you have questions or if you need help navigating Sinneave Connects\, email info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403-210-5000. We are here to help!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/self-advocacy-workshop-finding-your-voice-2/
LOCATION:Online via Sinneave Connects
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