Benefits of a GIClegal disclaimer 1
A GIC is a secure investment that guarantees 100% of your principal and interest when held to maturity while earning interest at a fixed or variable rate, or based on a specific formula. At RBC Royal Bank, you have a broad choice of GICs, making it easy to find one that fits your goals.
Safe and Secure
Invest with peace of mind knowing that 100% of your principal and interest is guaranteed when held to maturity.
Flexible Terms and Payment Options
Choose from a variety of investment terms and interest payment frequencies that suits your needs.
Competitive Rates
Enjoy competitive rates that are guaranteed for the full term of your investment.
Choose from Three GIC Families
Guaranteed-Return GICs
Your interest rate is guaranteed, so you don’t need to worry about changes in the markets or the economy.
- Both principal and interest payments are guaranteed when held to maturity
- A great variety of product features, terms and interest payment options are available
- Escalating rate options available
Interest Rate-Linked GICs
Offer a variable interest rate that is linked to changes in the Royal Bank Prime rate.
- 100% principal and interest guaranteed when held to maturity.
- If Prime rate increases, your investment earns a higher interest rate
- If Prime rate decreases, you can cash out your investment and reinvest in another product
RBC Equity-Linked GICs
Enjoy the security of a GIC and the higher return potential that comes with an equity investment.
- Your investment is positioned for growth
- Principal is 100% protected when held to maturity.
- Choose between a guaranteed minimum return and unlimited upside potential
Special GIC Rates
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Non-Redeemable GIC
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3.50%legal disclaimer * on a 2 year term
Non-Redeemable GIC
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3.30%legal disclaimer * on an 5 year term
Non-Redeemable GIC
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GIC Tools & Calculators
GIC Selector
Find the right GIC for you in 4 easy steps. To get started, simply select the main goal you want to achieve.
RBC Equity-Linked GICs Return Calculator
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Learn MoreYour Top GIC Questions Answered
GICs are one of the safest ways to protect and grow your money. Whether you’re looking for:
- Cashable solutions that provide access to funds at any time
- Short or longer term options
- Guaranteed returns for most GICs* so you don’t have to worry about changes in the markets or the economy
- Currency options so you can protect your Canadian or US dollar savings
Explore our GIC solutions.
* excludes Canadian Market Linked GICs. For Canadian Market linked GICs principal is guaranteed, interest is based on specific market returns
You can buy GICs:
- Through RBC Online Banking if you have an RBC Royal Bank chequing or savings account, or an existing GIC.
- Call us at 1-844-453-0552. We'll be happy to discuss your goals and help you choose the type of investments that best suit your objectives.
- Visit your branch. We recommend booking an appointment ahead of time by calling us at 1-866-923-3020.
We have a broad range of GICs that can fit any goal. You can use our handy GIC Selector to help you determine the best solution for you. You can also work with an RBC advisor to help you choose the right investment that best fits your objectives.
You can also work with an RBC advisor to help you choose the right investment that best fits your objectives. We encourage you to use our online booking tool to schedule a time to speak with an advisor by phone.
Many GICs are eligible for registered plans (TFSA, RRSP, RRIF, RESP or RDSP); however, there are some that are not. Compare GICs to view the plan eligibility for all of our GICs.
Ready to Invest?
Buy a GIC for your registered account or on its own.
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Base Level from the date of purchase (as indicated on your GIC certificate)
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Participation Factor or minimum and maximum rates (as indicated on your GIC certificate)
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Latest applicable index value or basket of stocks.
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Funds will be available on the next business day following the date on which you have instructed us to redeem your GIC, or in the case of RBC Income Builder GIC, following the date on which a payment is made from the GIC.
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Interest in a GIC will be calculated counting the first but not the last day of the term.
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There is no fee charged for a purchase of GIC. If you transfer your GIC out to another financial institution, there will be a transfer out fee of $150 charged (applies to both registered or non-registered GICs – transfer out fee for non-registered GICs came into effect August 1, 2022)
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You may provide us with instructions as to what to do with your GIC proceeds upon maturity. If your GIC is automatically renewed, you may cancel it upon renewal within 10 business days from the issuance (renewal) date, and if you do, your principal will be returned, but no interest will apply from the issuance to the cancellation date.
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The GIC Client Agreement can be found at https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/dms/investments/clientacknowledgementforms.html. This GIC Client Agreement may be changed at any time, on notice to GIC holders.