{"id":15314,"date":"2024-10-30T12:06:51","date_gmt":"2024-10-30T12:06:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/?page_id=15314"},"modified":"2026-03-11T16:30:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T20:30:08","slug":"whole-life-insurance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/whole-life-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"Whole Life Insurance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-callout-card calloutCard calloutCard__HeroImageBackground  hasDarkBg\" style=\"background:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/wholelife_insurance_hero-desktop.webp) no-repeat;--bghero-mobi-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/wholelife_insurance_hero-mobile.webp)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cols-hero-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-front is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"rbc-yoast-breadcrum\"><span class=\"rbc-yoast-breadcrum-span\"><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading rbc-callout-heading\" id=\"h-whole-life-insurance\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#FFFFFF\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Whole life<\/mark> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#FEDF01\" class=\"has-inline-color\">insurance<\/mark><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"rbc-override-margin p-large mar-t mob-mar-t\">Whole life insurance combines lifelong coverage and tax-advantaged savings to help protect your family and assets for the long-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons mar-t mob-mar-t is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn is-style-accent accent\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-48742378\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Speak to an advisor-https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html \">Speak to an advisor<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" call-link \">or <a href=\"tel:+18662627918\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-e799d3bd\" data-dig-label=\"Call 1-866-262-7918\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Call 1-866-262-7918<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-block  pos-rel\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-inner-block  section-inner pad-b-0 mob-pad-b-0\" style=\"border-radius:0x\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-participating-whole-life-insurance\">Participating whole life insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Are you looking for a way to grow your wealth while staying protected? With participating whole life insurance, you have several options for leveraging your dividends in the best way that works for you. And you have the freedom to access funds in your policy for whatever you need throughout your life\u2014whether that\u2019s to help pay off your mortgage or other debts, transfer wealth to the next generation, or make a charitable donation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-layout-selector layoutSelector layoutSelector__layout7 mar-t-dbl mob-mar-t-dbl\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col flex-gap-0 flex-1\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-you-should-consider-whole-life-insurance-if\">You should consider whole life insurance if:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-highlights-card highlightsCard  mar-r-qtr mob-mar-r-qtr\"><div class=\"highlightsCard__heading\"><\/div><div class=\"highlightsCard__items\">\n<p>You have assets that might be subject to taxes and fees that may occur after death<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re financially secure and focused on growing your wealth<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You contribute the maximum to your registered savings plans<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row mar-t-qtr mob-mar-t-qtr is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard pad-l-qtr mob-pad-l-qtr pad-r-qtr mob-pad-r-qtr  isHighlighted\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#006AC3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content mar-t-qtr mob-mar-t-qtr mar-b-0 mob-mar-b-0 pad-l-0 mob-pad-l-0 pad-r-0 mob-pad-r-0 mar-l-hlf mob-mar-l-hlf is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-92d440f1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left mar-t-qtr mob-mar-t-qtr pad-r-qtr mob-pad-r-qtr mar-b-0 mob-mar-b-0 pad-l-qtr mob-pad-l-qtr pad-b-qtr mob-pad-b-qtr has-text-lg-font-size\" id=\"h-0-80\">0 &#8211; 80<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left pad-l-qtr mob-pad-l-qtr pad-t-hlf mob-pad-t-hlf mar-b-qtr mob-mar-b-qtr pad-r-qtr mob-pad-r-qtr\" id=\"h-eligible-ages\">Eligible ages*<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard mob-pad-r mob-pad-l pad-l pad-r  isHighlighted\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#006AC3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content mar-l-0 mob-mar-l-0 mar-r-0 mob-mar-r-0 pad-l-0 mob-pad-l-0 pad-r-0 mob-pad-r-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-radius:0px;min-height:0px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-top:0;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left mar-t-qtr mob-mar-t-qtr mob-mar-b-0 mar-r-0 mar-l-0 mob-mar-l-0 mob-mar-r-0 mob-pad-r-0 pad-r-0 pad-l-0 mob-pad-l-0 mar-b-0 pad-b-qtr mob-pad-b-qtr has-text-reg-font-size\" id=\"h-25k-25m\">$25K &#8211; $25M<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left pad-t-hlf mob-pad-t-hlf mar-b-qtr mob-mar-b-qtr\" id=\"h-coverage-available\">Coverage available<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  isHighlighted\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#006AC3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content mar-b-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group mar-r-0 mob-mar-r-0 mar-b-0 pad-b-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left pad-l mob-pad-l mar-r mob-mar-r mob-mar-t-qtr pad-t-0 pad-b-0 mob-mar-b-0 mar-b-0 mar-t-hlf\" id=\"h-dividend-options\">Dividend options<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row mar-r-dbl mob-mar-r-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard mar-r-dbl mob-mar-r-0  isHighlighted\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#006AC3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content mar-t-0 mob-mar-t-0 mar-b-0 mob-mar-b-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group mar-b-0 mob-mar-b-0 mar-t-0 mob-mar-t-0 is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left mar-b-0 mob-mar-b-0 pad-b-qtr mob-pad-b-qtr pad-t-qtr mob-pad-t-qtr pad-l-qtr mob-pad-l-qtr pad-r-qtr mob-pad-r-qtr mob-mar-t-0 mar-r-0 mob-mar-r-0 mar-l-0 mob-mar-l-0 mar-t-0\" id=\"h-customizable-add-ons\">Customizable add-ons<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:107px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer pad-l-dbl mob-pad-l-dbl pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl mar-l mob-mar-l\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-layout-selector layoutSelector layoutSelector__layout3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__header is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-participating-whole-life-insurance\"><span class=\"partial__border-bottom\">Benefits of participating whole life insurance<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  has-icon\" style=\"--icon-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/Money-Coin.svg);background-color:#EDF7FC\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-potential-for-dividends\">Potential for dividends<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">A portion of your premiums are invested and the earnings in this account may be paid out to you as dividends.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  has-icon\" style=\"--icon-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/shield-heart.svg);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lifetime-coverage\">Lifetime coverage<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">With whole life insurance, you have permanent coverage for life\u2014your protection does not end after a certain period.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  has-icon\" style=\"--icon-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/income.svg);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cash-value-guarantees\">Cash value guarantees<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">Access the funds in your policy for anything, such as unexpected expenses or to supplement your income in retirement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  has-icon noVerticalStretch\" style=\"--icon-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/house-black.svg);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-estate-planning\">Estate planning<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">The unique features of whole life insurance make it an ideal way to protect your assets and pass them on to future generations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  has-icon\" style=\"--icon-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/Tax-Rate.svg);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tax-free-benefit\">Tax-free benefit<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">Your beneficiary receives the death benefit tax-free.<sup><a href=\"#legal-1\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-8ac1d37e\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"1\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">1<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  has-icon\" style=\"--icon-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/Wallet.svg);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-access-to-your-money\">Access to your money<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">Use the cash value you\u2019ve accumulated in your policy as needed throughout your life<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-1\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  has-icon\" style=\"--icon-url:url(https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/Umbrella.svg);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-single-or-joint-coverage\">Single or joint coverage<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">Choose coverage for yourself only, for yourself and your spouse, and\/or for other family members<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  noVerticalStretch\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#EDF7FC\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content wp-container-content-5f80b302 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-world-class-asset-management\">World-class asset management<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">Backed by an RBC investment team with over 100 years of collective asset management experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons mob-mar-b-hlf mar-b-hlf is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn is-style-secondary secondary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-07161c9b\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Book a call today-https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html \">Book a call today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf wp-container-content-e29552f7\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/hand-phone-illustration-200x200-1.svg?quality=80&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"illustration of a hand holding a smart phone\" class=\"wp-image-18501\" style=\"width:177px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-layout-selector layoutSelector layoutSelector__layout2\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__header pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl mar-r-dbl is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mar-r-dbl mob-mar-r-dbl pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl\" id=\"h-choose-from-two-participating-whole-life-insurance-plans\">Choose from two participating whole life insurance plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-large mar-r-dbl mob-mar-r-dbl pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl\"><span class=\"partial__border-bottom\">RBC Growth Insurance and RBC Growth Insurance Plus provides the powerful combination of life insurance coverage plus the opportunity to earn tax-deferred investment growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-comparison-card comparisonCard showEnergyLines  is-style-default default\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2256ceb0 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__topContent is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__header is-horizontal is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-whole-life-insurance\">Whole life insurance<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rbc-growth-insurance\">RBC Growth Insurance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Maximize your long-term&nbsp;tax-deferred&nbsp;growth to increase the death benefit amount.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__highlights is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-highlights-card highlightsCard  mob-mar-r mar-r\"><div class=\"highlightsCard__heading\"><h5>Ideal if you want<\/h5><\/div><div class=\"highlightsCard__items\">\n<p>Leave a legacy for your loved ones<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pay for incurred gains on assets<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-highlights-card highlightsCard  mob-mar-r mar-r\"><div class=\"highlightsCard__heading\"><h5>Features<\/h5><\/div><div class=\"highlightsCard__items\">\n<p>Coverage available:&nbsp;$25,000 &#8211; $25,000,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guaranteed Cash Value:&nbsp;Accessible after&nbsp;5th&nbsp;policy year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Juvenile Guaranteed Insurability Benefit:&nbsp;If you buy a policy for your child or grandchild, this exclusive benefit lets them purchase additional insurance after their 18th birthday without giving additional evidence of insurability<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__cta is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn is-style-primary primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-6043cd57\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Book a call-https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html \">Book a call<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-comparison-card comparisonCard  is-style-default default\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2256ceb0 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__topContent is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__header is-horizontal is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-whole-life-insurance-0\">Whole life insurance<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rbc-growth-insurance-plus\">RBC Growth Insurance Plus<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Accelerate your tax-deferred growth&nbsp;as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__highlights is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-highlights-card highlightsCard  mob-mar-r mar-r\"><div class=\"highlightsCard__heading\"><h5>Ideal if you want<\/h5><\/div><div class=\"highlightsCard__items\">\n<p>Access policy funds through a policy loan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the policy as collateral through a financial institution<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-highlights-card highlightsCard  mob-mar-r mar-r\"><div class=\"highlightsCard__heading\"><h5>Features<\/h5><\/div><div class=\"highlightsCard__items\">\n<p>Coverage available:&nbsp;$250,000 &#8211; $25,000,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guaranteed Cash Value:&nbsp;Accessible after&nbsp;1st&nbsp;policy year<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group comparisonCard__cta is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn is-style-primary primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-6043cd57\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Book a call-https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html \">Book a call<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard  noVerticalStretch\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#EDF7FC\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-calculate-how-much-life-insurance-you-need\">Calculate how much life insurance you need<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">Start planning for the future by understanding how much coverage could support your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn is-style-secondary secondary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/life-insurance\/life-insurance-calculator\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-41d44e2e\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Calculate now-https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/life-insurance\/life-insurance-calculator\/index.html \">Calculate now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/calculator-illustration-200x200-1.svg?quality=80&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"illustration of a calculator\" class=\"wp-image-18500\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard mar-t\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#EDF7FC\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group informationCard__icon-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-compare-life-insurance-options\">Compare life insurance options<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">There\u2019s a life insurance plan to suit your unique situation\u2014let\u2019s help you find it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn is-style-secondary secondary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/compare-life-insurance\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-cba47e29\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Compare now-https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/compare-life-insurance\/ \">Compare now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-layout-selector layoutSelector layoutSelector__layout4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-1\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-covered-under-whole-life-insurance\">What&#8217;s covered under whole life insurance?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><strong>Death benefit: <\/strong>If you die during the time period when coverage is in effect, your beneficiaries or estate can receive the death benefit tax-free.<sup><a href=\"#legal-1\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-2593a9d2\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"1\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">1<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-l-hlf mob-mar-l-hlf mar-r-hlf mob-mar-r-hlf\">You can also choose between single life insurance coverage (for example, for yourself only) and joint coverage on the lives of several people. With joint coverage, you have two options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><strong>Joint first-to-die coverage <\/strong>pays a death benefit on the first death, ensuring that loved ones can receive replacement income and not be burdened by a large mortgage or other debt upon the death.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Joint last-to-die coverage<\/strong> pays a death benefit on the last death, which can be used to cover capital gains taxes or other expenses associated with an estate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-1\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-optional-coverage-3\">Optional coverage<sup><a href=\"#legal-3\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-cd8a148e\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"3\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">3<\/a><\/sup><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Note:<\/strong> This information is intended as a summary only. Please see a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/sample-contracts-guides-growth-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-a5eacf5c\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"sample rider policy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">sample rider policy<\/a> for complete details on rider and optional coverage terms and conditions, including benefits and exclusions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><strong>Deposit option:<\/strong> Make extra payments above the required premiums to buy additional paid-up insurance and help accelerate your policy\u2019s long-term cash value growth. (Requires the \u201cpaid-up additions\u201d dividend option and a 20 pay or Life pay period.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Additional term insurance: <\/strong>Add RBC YourTerm\u00ae 10, 15, 20 or 25 life insurance if you need affordable coverage for a temporary need.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children\u2019s term rider: <\/strong>Provides term life insurance coverage for your natural or legally adopted child.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guaranteed insurability benefit:<\/strong> Allows you to buy additional amounts of insurance at certain times in the future without taking a medical exam or giving other evidence of insurability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accidental death benefit rider:<\/strong> Pays an additional death benefit if you die because of an accident.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total disability waiver of deductions benefit rider<\/strong>: Waives the payment of cost of insurance deductions, including the policy fee and rider premiums, in certain cases of disability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payor death and disability waiver of deductions benefit rider:<\/strong> If someone else pays your premiums and he or she dies or becomes and remains totally disabled for six consecutive months, we will waive the monthly premiums while the policy is in force, including the policy fee and rider premiums.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-1\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary-of-exclusions\">Summary of exclusions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-t-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> This information is intended as a summary only. Please see a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/sample-contracts-guides-growth-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-21f15539\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"sample rider policy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">sample rider policy<\/a> for complete details on rider and optional coverage terms and conditions, including benefits and exclusions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li>During the first two years of coverage, if death is due to suicide, then no death benefit is payable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During the first two years of coverage, if we are given incorrect or incomplete information regarding age, gender, health, lifestyle or smoking habits, we reserve the right to deny or adjust your benefit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other exclusions may apply depending on optional benefits chosen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-row is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-1\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-about-your-premiums\">About your premiums<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<p>In addition to our Life Pay plan, you may select the option to pay off your insurance in 10 or 20 years, after which you no longer need to pay premiums on your base coverage, and insurance remains in force until your death:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><strong>Life Pay:<\/strong> Level premiums on your base coverage for life, or up to age 100<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>10 Pay:<\/strong> Level premiums on your base coverage for 10 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>20 Pay: <\/strong>Level premiums on your base coverage for 20 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-layout-selector layoutSelector layoutSelector__layout4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__header mar-r-dbl mob-mar-r-dbl pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mar-r-dbl mob-mar-r-dbl pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl\" id=\"h-dividend-options-0\">Dividend options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-large mar-r-dbl mob-mar-r-dbl pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl has-text-reg-font-size\"><span class=\"partial__border-bottom\">One of the main benefits of participating whole life insurance is the opportunity to earn dividends in your policy. We set the dividend rate each year based on how invested assets perform, our expenses and mortality experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns mar-t-dbl mob-mar-t-dbl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mar-r mob-mar-r is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choose-from-five-options-to-receive-dividends-earned-in-your-policy\">Choose from five options to receive dividends earned in your policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"pad-r-dbl mob-pad-r-dbl mob-pad-b\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> The dividend rate is not guaranteed and may change annually.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><strong>Paid-up additions:<\/strong> Uses your dividends to buy additional life insurance. This additional coverage is added to your original coverage amount, can earn future dividends and has its own cash value that can grow over time. Because the insurance is \u201cpaid-up\u201d, you won\u2019t pay additional premiums on the added coverage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cash:<\/strong> Receive your dividends directly, once a year. This option may be taxable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Premium Reduction:<\/strong> Applies dividends to your premiums for the following policy year. If your dividends are more than your annual premium, the extra dividends are paid to you directly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dividends on Deposit:<\/strong> Automatically deposits dividends into an account that earns interest daily (compounded annually) at a rate we set, which can change. You can withdraw funds from the account at any time. Interest earned in the account is taxable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhanced Insurance:<\/strong> Uses your dividends to purchase a combination of paid-up additions and 1-year term insurance. The insurance purchased by paid-up additions may also earn dividends and will also have a cash value.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layoutSelector__cards-container layoutSelector__is-flex layoutSelector__direction-col is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mar-r mob-mar-r is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-dividends-work\">How do dividends work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mar-b-hlf mob-mar-b-hlf\">The insurance premiums you pay are managed in a professionally invested participating account, which may distribute gains in the forms of dividends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" mob-pad-b\">The dividend payment is determined by the current dividend scale interest rate and other factors related to our management of the participating account.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group flex-2\/3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-information-card informationCard\" style=\"--icon-url:url(undefined);background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li>Each year the dividend scale is reviewed in accordance with relevant regulations and our participating life insurance governance practices; our objective is to continue to execute on our long-term strategy of achieving strong risk-adjusted returns. This year, the RBC Life Insurance Company board of directors has approved the Appointed Actuary\u2019s recommendation to maintain the current dividend scale with dividend scale interest rate of 6.30% for the period of April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dividends are based on the collective experience of the participating account. As such, they are subject to change and are not guaranteed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Effective April 1, 2026, if you borrow from the accumulated cash value in your policy, the interest rate is 6.45%. This rate is reviewed and updated annually and is based on the Royal Bank prime rate +2% at the time of review.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-callout-card calloutCard calloutCard__image\" style=\"background-color:#F7F8FA\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cols is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-get-a-whole-life-insurance-quote\">Get a whole life insurance quote<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"rbc-override-margin p-large mar-r mob-mar-r mar-b mob-mar-b has-text-reg-font-size\">Grow and protect your wealth and legacy with participating whole life insurance\u2014talk to a licensed insurance advisor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mar-b-dbl mob-mar-b-dbl is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn is-style-primary primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-0f519aaa\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Book a call-https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html \">Book a call<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mar-t-dbl mob-mar-t-dbl is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"mar-t-dbl mob-mar-t-dbl\">Need help now? <a href=\"tel:+18662627918\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-ae2ac05b\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Call 1-866-262-7918\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Call 1-866-262-7918<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"606\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/life-insurance-cta.webp?quality=80&amp;w=606\" alt=\"father and son covered by whole life insurance\" class=\"wp-image-18133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/life-insurance-cta.webp 606w, https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/life-insurance-cta.webp?resize=300,284 300w, https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/life-insurance-cta.webp?resize=412,390 412w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 606px) 100vw, 606px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-faq-wrapper faqWrapper  menuItems__dropdown\"><div class=\"faqWrapper__header\"><h2><span class=\"partial__border-bottom\">Frequently asked questions<\/span> about whole life insurance<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"faqWrapper__content\"><div class=\"faqWrapper__content-left\">\n<div class=\"selectDropdown__wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"selectDropdown selectDropdown__default  selectDropdown__floating \" \t\tdata-option_name=\"\" style=\"width:100%\">\n\t\t\t\t<button class=\"selectDropdown__button\" aria-haspopup=\"listbox\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__title\" data-default_title=\"General insurance\">\n\t\t\t\tGeneral insurance\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__chevron\"><\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<ul class=\"selectDropdown__list\" role=\"listbox\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"selectDropdown__list__item selected\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_value=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\trole=\"option\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttabindex=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-selected=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_url=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGeneral insurance\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"selectDropdown__list__item \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_value=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\trole=\"option\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttabindex=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-selected=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_url=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCash value and dividends\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"selectDropdown__list__item \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_value=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\t\trole=\"option\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttabindex=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-selected=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_url=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEligibility\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"selectDropdown__list__item \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_value=\"3\"\n\t\t\t\t\trole=\"option\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttabindex=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-selected=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_url=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tApplying for coverage\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"selectDropdown__list__item \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_value=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\trole=\"option\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttabindex=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-selected=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_url=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCoverage details\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"selectDropdown__list__item \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_value=\"5\"\n\t\t\t\t\trole=\"option\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttabindex=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-selected=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-option_url=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"selectDropdown__list__item__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPremiums\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"faqWrapper__menuItems\"><div class=\"faqWrapper__menuItem\" tabindex=\"0\">General insurance<\/div><div class=\"faqWrapper__menuItem\" tabindex=\"0\">Cash value and dividends<\/div><div class=\"faqWrapper__menuItem\" tabindex=\"0\">Eligibility<\/div><div class=\"faqWrapper__menuItem\" tabindex=\"0\">Applying for coverage<\/div><div class=\"faqWrapper__menuItem\" tabindex=\"0\">Coverage details<\/div><div class=\"faqWrapper__menuItem\" tabindex=\"0\">Premiums<\/div><\/div><p class=\"faqWrapper__helpText\">Still have questions? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/contact-us\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-9cec80a3\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Contact us\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Contact us<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"faqWrapper__content-right\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-faq faq\"><div class=\"faq__header\"><h3>General insurance<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"faq__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-accordion accordion\" id=\"&quot;accordionSet1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlegr1g7qia\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordiongr1g7qia\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-gr1g7qia\" aria-controls=\"accordiongr1g7qia\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"How much life insurance do I need?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>How much life insurance do I need?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordiongr1g7qia\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlegr1g7qia\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>The answer to this question is unique for everyone. When choosing a coverage amount, there are a few different things you\u2019ll want to look at. To get a quick estimate now, try our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/life-insurance\/life-insurance-calculator\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-c1715738\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"life insurance calculator\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">life insurance calculator<\/a>. Or, keep reading to see what should play into your decision:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li>In general, it\u2019s recommended that you have at least 5-7 times your yearly net income (\u201cnet\u201d means after taxes are taken out).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think about each person who depends on you and how long they might need financial support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have a mortgage, loans or credit card bills, what would it take for your spouse or partner to pay these off?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have some group coverage through work or mortgage life insurance, you may be able to subtract these amounts from what you need to buy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have savings and investments\u2014such as a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your child\u2019s education\u2014you can subtract these amounts from your life insurance needs. You just want to make sure that if your family had to use this money earlier than planned that it would not negatively impact their plans in another area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlezymqeq8g\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionzymqeq8g\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-zymqeq8g\" aria-controls=\"accordionzymqeq8g\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"What is permanent life insurance?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>What is permanent life insurance?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionzymqeq8g\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlezymqeq8g\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Permanent life insurance provides coverage for life, guaranteed premiums and, in some cases\u2014for example, with whole life and universal life\u2014an opportunity to build savings. In the event of your death, your beneficiary or estate1 receives your death benefit, tax-free. (Note that probate fees are applicable if you have not designated a beneficiary and the proceeds of your policy become part of your estate.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/whole-life-insurance\/ \" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-a3110a44\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Whole life insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Whole life insurance<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/universal-life-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-cc678791\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"universal life insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">universal life insurance<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/term-100-life-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-a1526677\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Term 100 life insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Term 100 life insurance<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/guaranteed-life-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-a2ba6dd1\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"RBC Guaranteed Acceptance Life Insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">RBC Guaranteed Acceptance Life Insurance<\/a>&nbsp;all fall under the umbrella of permanent coverage. Whole life and universal life combine lifelong insurance coverage with the opportunity to build up savings within your policy (called cash value or accumulation value).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-faq faq\"><div class=\"faq__header\"><h3>Cash value and dividends<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"faq__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-accordion accordion\" id=\"&quot;accordionSet1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlekvg81qki\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionkvg81qki\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-kvg81qki\" aria-controls=\"accordionkvg81qki\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Can the annual dividend rate change for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Can the annual dividend rate change for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionkvg81qki\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlekvg81qki\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Yes, the dividend rate is not guaranteed and may change annually. If the rate is changing, we will let you know on your anniversary statement.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlekm9s2soc\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionkm9s2soc\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-km9s2soc\" aria-controls=\"accordionkm9s2soc\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"What are the dividend options for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0and RBC Growth Insurance Plus\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>What are the dividend options for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0and RBC Growth Insurance Plus\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionkm9s2soc\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlekm9s2soc\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>You have five options for receiving potential dividends earned by your policy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><strong>Paid-up Additions:<\/strong>&nbsp;Uses your dividends to buy additional life insurance. This coverage is added to your original coverage amount, can earn future dividends and has its own cash value that can grow over time. Because the insurance is \u201cpaid-up\u201d, you won\u2019t pay additional premiums on the added coverage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cash:<\/strong>&nbsp;Receive your dividends directly, once a year. This option may be taxable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Premium Reduction:<\/strong>&nbsp;Applies dividends to your premiums for the following policy year. If your dividends are more than your annual premium, the extra dividends are paid to you directly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dividends on Deposit:<\/strong>&nbsp;Automatically deposits dividends into an account that earns interest daily (compounded annually) at a rate we set, which can change. You can withdraw funds from the account at any time. Interest earned in the account is taxable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhanced Insurance:<\/strong>&nbsp;Uses your dividends to purchase a combination of paid-up additions and 1-year term insurance. The insurance purchased by paid-up additions may also earn dividends and will also have a cash value.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titledp1x2vf2\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordiondp1x2vf2\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-dp1x2vf2\" aria-controls=\"accordiondp1x2vf2\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Can I make cash withdrawals from my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Can I make cash withdrawals from my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordiondp1x2vf2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titledp1x2vf2\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Yes. Here\u2019s an overview of how cash withdrawals work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Cash withdrawals from your non-guaranteed cash value.<\/strong>&nbsp;The ability to withdraw from your non-guaranteed cash value depends on the dividend option you chose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><strong>Paid-up Additions option:<\/strong>&nbsp;You would need to trade-in your paid-up additional life insurance for the cash value associated with it. This reduces the total death benefit your beneficiary could receive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dividends on Deposit option:<\/strong>&nbsp;You may access the cash in your dividends on deposit account at anytime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cash option:<\/strong>&nbsp;Not available, since your dividends are already paid to you as cash.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Premium Reduction option:<\/strong>&nbsp;Not available, since your dividends are used to pay your premium<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. <\/strong><strong style=\"font-family: Roboto;font-weight: 500 !important;font-style: normal\">Cash withdrawals from your guaranteed cash value.<\/strong><span>&nbsp;<\/span><span>You can request a withdrawal from your guaranteed cash value by decreasing your base life insurance coverage amount. This reduces the total death benefit your beneficiary could receive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Withdrawals may be taxable, so it\u2019s important to discuss this with an advisor prior to making a withdrawal.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-title5fhgwm0d\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordion5fhgwm0d\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-5fhgwm0d\" aria-controls=\"accordion5fhgwm0d\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Can I borrow against my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Can I borrow against my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordion5fhgwm0d\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title5fhgwm0d\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Yes, you can request a loan against your policy\u2019s available cash value at any time, provided your policy is not in the grace period and subject to our administrative rules. This may be taxable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titleu69lcfkg\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionu69lcfkg\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-u69lcfkg\" aria-controls=\"accordionu69lcfkg\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Is the cash value in my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy exempt from taxes?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Is the cash value in my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy exempt from taxes?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionu69lcfkg\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titleu69lcfkg\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Your policy\u2019s cash value can grow on a tax-exempt basis up to a certain limit, which changes on your policy anniversary. We perform a test every year and may make adjustments to maintain your policy\u2019s exempt status. We may refuse a transaction that risks the policy\u2019s exempt status unless we can also make an appropriate adjustment to maintain its status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some changes and transactions in your policy can result in taxes. This includes, but is not limited, to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li>Accessing your policy\u2019s cash values<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receiving dividends in cash, or, in some cases, transferring dividends to a dividend on deposit account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interest earned in the dividend on deposit account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changing ownership in your policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancelling your policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decreasing your death benefit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exchanging a joint first-to-die policy for individual policies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We will let you know about any amount you have to include in your income for tax purposes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-faq faq\"><div class=\"faq__header\"><h3>Eligibility<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"faq__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-accordion accordion\" id=\"&quot;accordionSet1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlejnsw0pou\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionjnsw0pou\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-jnsw0pou\" aria-controls=\"accordionjnsw0pou\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Who can apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Who can apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionjnsw0pou\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlejnsw0pou\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>You may apply if you are between the ages of 0 to age 80.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-title8bypikj6\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordion8bypikj6\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-8bypikj6\" aria-controls=\"accordion8bypikj6\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Is medical information required to apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Is medical information required to apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordion8bypikj6\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title8bypikj6\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Yes, you will need to complete a medical questionnaire. Other tests may also be required based on your age and the amount of insurance you have applied for. If you are required to provide other tests, we will arrange to have a nurse visit your home or workplace at a time that\u2019s convenient for you. RBC Insurance pays for all tests.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-faq faq\"><div class=\"faq__header\"><h3>Applying for coverage<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"faq__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-accordion accordion\" id=\"&quot;accordionSet1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-title6qajm1qq\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordion6qajm1qq\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-6qajm1qq\" aria-controls=\"accordion6qajm1qq\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"How do I apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>How do I apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordion6qajm1qq\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title6qajm1qq\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>To apply for coverage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li><a href=\"tel:+18004611413\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-c06423e7\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Call 1-800-461-1413\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Call 1-800-461-1413<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/life-insurance\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-af3451ec\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Have an advisor call you\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Have an advisor call you<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlehukhlnqq\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionhukhlnqq\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-hukhlnqq\" aria-controls=\"accordionhukhlnqq\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"If I smoke, can I apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>If I smoke, can I apply for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionhukhlnqq\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlehukhlnqq\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>If you smoke, you may apply for coverage. You will qualify for non-smoker rates only if you have not used any form of tobacco products within the last 12 months. If you occasionally smoke or if you have quit smoking in the last 12 months, you are considered a smoker.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlepfdjbfsq\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionpfdjbfsq\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-pfdjbfsq\" aria-controls=\"accordionpfdjbfsq\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Can I cancel my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy at any time?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Can I cancel my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy at any time?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionpfdjbfsq\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlepfdjbfsq\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Yes, you can cancel your insurance at any time by written request. In addition, you have 10 days to review the policy after it is delivered to you; if you cancel during that time, you will receive your policy\u2019s net cash value, plus any balance in the dividends on deposit account. The effective date of your cancellation will be the date we process your request, subject to our administrative rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you cancel a policy, you will not be able to reinstate it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-faq faq\"><div class=\"faq__header\"><h3>Coverage details<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"faq__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-accordion accordion\" id=\"&quot;accordionSet1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-title6bmt6ypt\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordion6bmt6ypt\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-6bmt6ypt\" aria-controls=\"accordion6bmt6ypt\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"What is participating whole life insurance?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>What is participating whole life insurance?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordion6bmt6ypt\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title6bmt6ypt\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Participating whole life insurance offers lifetime coverage, guaranteed cash value and the opportunity to earn dividends and share in the insurance company\u2019s profits. It\u2019s often used in estate planning to help protect a person\u2019s financial assets from risks such as market downturns, unnecessary legal fees and taxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With whole life insurance, a portion of your premium pays for the cost of insurance and the rest goes into a savings\/investment account (managed by the insurer) where you can grow your guaranteed cash value. As with universal life insurance, you can access this cash value for anything you want\u2014to start a business, buy a home and more. Just keep in mind that any money you borrow will need to be paid back or it will reduce the death benefit for your beneficiaries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-title15csoosu\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordion15csoosu\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-15csoosu\" aria-controls=\"accordion15csoosu\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"How can participating whole life insurance benefit me?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>How can participating whole life insurance benefit me?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordion15csoosu\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title15csoosu\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>By combining lifelong insurance coverage, cash value guarantees and the opportunity to earn dividends, participating whole life insurance from RBC Insurance can help meet your most important financial needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon your death, the policy pays out a tax-free death benefit<sup><a href=\"#legal-1\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-2ec233f6\" data-dig-label=\"1\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">1<\/a><\/sup> , which can be used to help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li>Ensure the ongoing financial security of your loved ones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay any taxes associated with your estate, thereby preserving your estate assets and passing your wealth or your business, intact, to the next generation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide a legacy for your favourite charity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>During your lifetime, the policy\u2019s guaranteed cash value grows tax-free, providing you with a potential source of funds for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li>Protecting your income and ensuring your family\u2019s lifestyle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplemental income in retirement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A financial safety net in the event of an illness or disability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: Withdrawals from your policy\u2019s cash value while you are alive may be taxable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-title8ffqlxvb\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordion8ffqlxvb\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-8ffqlxvb\" aria-controls=\"accordion8ffqlxvb\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Can the proceeds from whole life insurance be used to pay my estate taxes?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Can the proceeds from whole life insurance be used to pay my estate taxes?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordion8ffqlxvb\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title8ffqlxvb\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Yes, not only is it possible, it&#8217;s the cornerstone of effective estate planning. When your estate (such as your business, cottage or income property) passes to your heirs, it is\u2014with the exception of your main residence\u2014treated by Canada Revenue Agency as income to your estate. Your heirs may have to borrow money or sell off part of the estate to pay the tax. As a result, they could see a much smaller benefit from your hard work and generosity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-title6dcdrl5a\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordion6dcdrl5a\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-6dcdrl5a\" aria-controls=\"accordion6dcdrl5a\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"When does coverage for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0start?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>When does coverage for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0start?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordion6dcdrl5a\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title6dcdrl5a\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>You are covered under the policy once you are approved, you have accepted delivery of the policy, and we have received the first premium payment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlel5zyukgt\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionl5zyukgt\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-l5zyukgt\" aria-controls=\"accordionl5zyukgt\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Can I reduce or increase my coverage?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Can I reduce or increase my coverage?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionl5zyukgt\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlel5zyukgt\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Coverage increases on your base coverage amount are not allowed; however, you can request to decrease your coverage amount at any time in writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you reduce your coverage&nbsp;before&nbsp;your 5th&nbsp;policy anniversary for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae&nbsp;or 1st&nbsp;policy anniversary for RBC Growth Insurance Plus\u00ae, no guaranteed cash value will have accumulated and there will be no payout. If you reduce your coverage&nbsp;after&nbsp;your 5th&nbsp;policy anniversary for RBC Growth Insurance or 1st&nbsp;policy anniversary for RBC Growth Insurance Plus, a portion of your guaranteed cash value may be released to you, which will most likely result in a taxable disposition. (Non-guaranteed cash value may be available after your 1st&nbsp;policy anniversary for either policy.)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlec41uxhgm\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionc41uxhgm\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-c41uxhgm\" aria-controls=\"accordionc41uxhgm\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"Are there any exclusions for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>Are there any exclusions for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionc41uxhgm\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlec41uxhgm\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>Yes. Your coverage is subject to exclusions, a full list of exclusion can be found in the contract:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list  list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit\">\n<li>During the first two years of coverage, if death is due to suicide, then no death benefit is payable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During the first two years of coverage, if we are given incorrect or incomplete information regarding age, gender, health, lifestyle or smoking habits, we reserve the right to deny or adjust your benefit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The information above is intended as a summary only. Please see the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/life-insurance\/sample-contracts-guides-growth-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-46c7c8cb\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"sample policy for RBC Growth&nbsp;Insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">sample policy for RBC Growth&nbsp;Insurance<\/a>&nbsp;for complete details on terms and conditions, including benefits and exclusions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-faq faq\"><div class=\"faq__header\"><h3>Premiums<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"faq__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-accordion accordion\" id=\"&quot;accordionSet1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlesysvio9z\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionsysvio9z\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-sysvio9z\" aria-controls=\"accordionsysvio9z\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"How long will I pay premiums for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>How long will I pay premiums for RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionsysvio9z\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlesysvio9z\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>You can choose to pay premiums on your base coverage amount for 10 years, 20 years or for life (at age 100, premiums are no longer due). This is a decision you would make when you apply for insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;A licensed RBC Insurance\u00ae&nbsp;advisor can help you choose the option that\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titlefa36urgl\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionfa36urgl\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-fa36urgl\" aria-controls=\"accordionfa36urgl\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"What happens to my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0premiums if I quit smoking after my policy is issued?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>What happens to my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0premiums if I quit smoking after my policy is issued?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionfa36urgl\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titlefa36urgl\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>For policies issued for ages 18-80, you can apply for a change to non-smoker rates if you have gone a full 12-month period without using any form of tobacco products. Contact us and apply for a switch to non-smoker rates. You will have to complete a medical questionnaire and we will send out a nurse to collect some medical evidence, most likely a urinalysis. Once our underwriters have approved your application and your eligibility is confirmed, you will be switched to non-smoker rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For policies issued for ages 0-17, we do not need to be notified of changes to smoking habits. This is because policies issued for these ages use a blended rate (blend of smoker and non-smoker) for the life of the policy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-collapsible-panel\"><div class=\"accordion-panel\"><button id=\"accordion-titleq1y1fp4a\" class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#accordionq1y1fp4a\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionSet1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-q1y1fp4a\" aria-controls=\"accordionq1y1fp4a\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"collapsible closed\" data-dig-label=\"How do I pay for my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy?\" action-closed=\"collapsible closed\" action-opened=\"collapsible open\"><div>How do I pay for my RBC Growth Insurance\u00ae\u00a0policy?<\/div><\/button><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"accordionq1y1fp4a\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-titleq1y1fp4a\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\">\n<p>You may pay for your policy premiums on a monthly or annual basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-core-block second-level-inherit third-level-inherit is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li>If you pay by monthly pre-authorized debit, we will automatically debit your account when you are approved for coverage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you pay on an annual basis, you can choose to do an annual pre-authorized debit or we can send you an invoice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p class=\"faqWrapper__helpText\">Still have questions? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/contact-us\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-9cec80a3\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Contact us\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Contact us<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-legal-collapsible disclaimer\" aria-label=\"Legal Disclaimers\"><div class=\"section-inner\"><p><button class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#collapseDisclaimer\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseDisclaimer\" data-dig-id=\"LP-15314-3740aa4b\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"legal close\" data-dig-label=\"legal close\" action-closed=\"legal close\" action-opened=\"legal open\" label-close=\"legal open\" label-open=\"legal close\"><span>View Legal Disclaimers<\/span><span>Hide Legal Disclaimers<\/span><\/button><\/p><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"collapseDisclaimer\"><div class=\"collapse-inner\"><div class=\"table-wpr\">\n<p class=\"mar-b-qtr mob-mar-b-qtr has-text-sm-font-size\">*You will most likely need to complete a medical exam and answer health questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-disclaimer-block\"><div class=\"table-row\" id=\"legal-1\"><div class=\"table-cell\"><span class=\"offscreen\">Legal Disclaimer<\/span><sup>1<\/sup><\/div><div class=\"table-cell\">\n<p class=\"has-text-sm-font-size\">Note that probate fees are applicable if you have not designated a beneficiary and the proceeds of your policy become part of your estate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-disclaimer-block\"><div class=\"table-row\" id=\"legal-2\"><div class=\"table-cell\"><span class=\"offscreen\">Legal Disclaimer<\/span><sup>2<\/sup><\/div><div class=\"table-cell\">\n<p class=\"has-text-sm-font-size\">Not available for substandard risks. Also, this benefit does not apply to RBC Growth Insurance Plus policies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-disclaimer-block\"><div class=\"table-row\" id=\"legal-3\"><div class=\"table-cell\"><span class=\"offscreen\">Legal Disclaimer<\/span><sup>3<\/sup><\/div><div class=\"table-cell\">\n<p class=\"has-text-sm-font-size\">The information above is intended as a summary only. 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