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Buffer ETFs vs. market-linked GICs: Which is better?
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The first month of a new year tends to bring a familiar checklist for Canadian investors. There is fresh tax-free savings account (TFSA) contribution room to use. For 2026, that number is $7,000. There is also the annual rush to finish topping up registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contributions within the first 60 days for the prior tax year.
Bank advisors know this rhythm well. If you have cash sitting idle, there is a good chance you have received a call inviting you to review your financial plan or come into a branch. The objective is usually the same: get that cash invested into one of the bank’s in-house products.
For older clients, or those flagged through the know-your-client process as having a lower risk tolerance, the conversation often shifts toward market-linked guaranteed investment certificates (GICs). These products are typically presented as a way to participate in stock market gains while keeping your principal protected.
That pitch has worked for decades…
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026
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Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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