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GICs (Guaranteed Investment Certificates) are investments which earn you a fixed rate of interest when you deposit your money for a specified period of time.

  • The interest earned on a GIC account is higher than that paid on a standard savings account and because access to the money is limited for the time frame of the term means we give you an increased rate.
  • It can be placed into an account that best suits your needs. These could be a GIC, TFSA, or RRSP.
  • GICs are a safe investment and can be appealing to conservative, low-risk investors.

It's always best to speak to your Motor City Financial Services Representative to find the best solution for your financial needs.

A GIC can be easily illustrated by the following:

 

Type of Account + Type of Term + Length of Term = Your GIC

 

GIC

GICs (Guaranteed Investment Certificates) are investments which earn you a fixed rate of interest when you deposit your money for a specified period of time. Interest earned on a GIC is taxable. The principal and interest on a GICs is insured and guaranteed up to a maximum of $250,000*.

Read more about GICs below

 

TFSA

A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is a registered savings account, and the interest you earn is tax-free. A total of $7,000 can be contributed for 2023, and the current maximum cumulative amount that can be contributed in a TFSA account as of January 1, 2024, is $95,000. The principal and interest on a TFSA are insured and guaranteed with no limit on the maximum amount.

 

Registered Plans

A Registered Plan is an umbrella term for several different savings plans that are registered with the Canadian government. Contributions to your Registered Plan reduce your taxable income, which allows you to pay less tax now and build a larger retirement fund for the future.

Registered Plans include Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF), Locked-In Retirement Account (LIRA), and Life Income Fund (LIF). The principal and interest on a Registered Plan is insured and guaranteed with no limit on the maximum amount.

Redeemable

These GICs are completely cashable, meaning that at any point during the term, you can take them out with no fees or penalties, along with whatever interest you've earned. Because of their flexibility, redeemable GICs will tend to have lower interest rates than non-redeemable ones.

 

Non-Redeemable

These GICs are not cashable, meaning that your deposit is locked in for a certain amount of time. Should you wish to cash in a non-redeemable GIC early, you will incur fees or penalties while losing out on the interest you would have made for the full term. Non-redeemable GICs have higher interest rates.

 

Index-Linked

Index-Linked GICs offer unlimited earning potential with zero risk to your principal investment. Your investment will be locked in for a pre-determined period and linked to stock market performance. Returns are calculated based on the S&P/TSX 60 Index*, which tracks sixty foremost companies in leading industries in Canada. Find out more about Index-Linked GICs below.

Short-Term

30 - 364 DAY OPTIONS

Short terms offer lower interest rates but can be used as a short term place to park your money and have it earn more than leaving it in a standard savings or chequing account.

 

Long-Term

1 - 5 YEAR OPTIONS

Longer terms offer better interest rates and can be a great way to maximize the return on your investment if you can let it mature longer. Plus, with a guaranteed rate of return, you don't have to worry about the volatility of the stock market.

 

ABOUT GICs and Index-Linked GICs

 

Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GIC)

Motor City offers redeemable term deposits (not locked in), which are usually short term deposits and also non-redeemable term deposits (locked in), which are usually longer term deposits.

 

Features:

  • Low minimum deposit: $500
  • No commissions, management or administration fees
  • Short-Term and Long-Term options
 
 
 

Index-Linked GICs

If you are thinking of getting back into the investment market, but want the security of a term deposit with stock market gains, an Index-Linked GIC is an excellent investment option. Returns are calculated based on the S&P/TSX 60 Index^, which tracks sixty foremost companies in leading industries in Canada.

 

Features:

  • Low minimum deposit: $500
  • No commissions, management or administration fees
  • Choice of 3 or 5 year terms
  • RRSP/TFSA Eligible
  • Not redeemable prior to maturity
 
 
 

Track Index-Linked:
5 Year or 3 Year

 

^Standard & Poor's® and "S&P®" are trademarks of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. and have been licensed for use by Central1 Credit Union and sublicensed by the Credit Union. "TSX" is a trademark of the Toronto Stock Exchange and has been licensed for use by Central1 Credit Union and sublicensed by the Credit Union. The Product is not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by Standard & Poor's or the Toronto Stock Exchange and neither party makes any representation regarding the advisability of investing in these deposits.

 

Our Rates

List of rates for NON-REDEEMABLE GICS - REGULAR RATES
NON-REDEEMABLE GICS - REGULAR RATES Rate
30 - 59 Days
0.30
60 - 89 Days
0.30
90 - 179 Days
0.40
180 - 269 Days
0.50
270 - 364 Days
0.60
1 Year
4.15
2 Year
4.20
3 Year
3.90
4 Year
3.90
5 Year
3.90
List of rates for REDEEMABLE GICS
REDEEMABLE GICS Rate
1 Year Redeemable GIC
0.65
1 Year Redeemable RRSP
0.65
1 Year Redeemable TFSA
0.65
List of rates for RRSPS, RRIFS, TFSA
RRSPS, RRIFS, TFSA Rate
1 Year Non-Redeemable
4.75
2 Year Non-Redeemable
4.50
3 Year Non-Redeemable
4.40
4 Year Non-Redeemable
4.30
5 Year Non-Redeemable
4.05
List of rates for USD GIC
USD GIC Rate
30 days
0.10
90 days
0.10
1 Year
0.35
 

Interest rates shown are subject to change without notice and are on a per annum basis. Interest is calculated daily, non-compounded and paid at maturity.

New members will be required to open a Member Share Account.


*Eligible deposits in registered accounts have unlimited coverage through the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). Eligible deposits not in registered accounts are insured up to $250,000 through FSRA.

 
 

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