Do RESP rules need to keep up with the changing world of Education?



Do you think it is time RESP rules keep up with the changing world of education and the need for part-time studies? This rule in particular "An educational program at post-secondary school level that lasts at least three consecutive weeks, and that requires a student to spend not less than 12 hours per month on courses in the program." Many part-time programs are less than a week duration but can have significant cost and value. Reference on RESP rules http://www.esdc.gc.ca/en/resp/use.page#h3

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