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SESSION INFO: RDSP Level 1: Beginner RDSP workshop for those who want to learn what an RDSP is, who qualifies, how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit, and how to open an RDSP. This is best suited to people who want to learn the basics of RDSPs and get general information about the plan. No background knowledge needed to get the most out of this workshop.
Laura Mackenrot, B.Com, CEC, ACC, is a former financial professional who has received her graduate certificate in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University. She has focused her career on supporting people with disabilities and advocating for the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). She has facilitated approximately 100 national teleconferences on this valuable program and now supports Plan Institute as our RDSP level 1 webinar facilitator and Disability Planning Helpline Advisor. Laura is also an accessibility advocate as the Co-Chair of the Person’s with Disabilities Advisory Committee for the City of Vancouver and as the Chair of the Translink HandyDART Users Advisory Committee. She enjoys listening to audiobooks, TED talks, attending concerts, theatre, cooking, and travelling the world on cruises
227 6th Street
New Westminster, BC
V3L 3A5
(604) 540-8374 ext. 523
Fax: (604) 540-9374
Support Line:
1-800-441-5403
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