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With the end of this year just around the corner, here are some personal finance deadlines to note:

1. December 24, 2009: Last day to crystallize tax losses for the 2009 financial year.
2. December 31, 2009: Last day to contribute to a RESP and receive the 2009 Canada Education Savings Grant. While you can receive CESG for previous years, the maximum grant in a calendar year is $2,000.
3. December 31, 2009: Last day to make a contribution to the Registered Disability Savings Plan and receive the disability savings grants.
4. December 31, 2009: Last day to make charitable donations and receive a receipt for the 2009 financial year.
5. February 1, 2010: Deadline for home improvement expenses to qualify for the Home Renovation Tax Credit.

Of course, the big one is the RRSP contribution deadline of March 1, 2010, which is close to three months away but is never too early to plan for it now.

Related Reading:

• Registered Disability Savings Plan
• RDSP accounts are now available
• Quick Tip: Catch up on RESP Contributions
• Federal Budget Highlights
• Charitable Remainder Trusts: Get a Donation Receipt Now for A Donation You Plan to Give at Death

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