Harper's RESP boost helps the wealthy, not low-income families

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Two weeks ago, Stephen Harper announced he would be "giving a boost to some families trying to save money for post-secondary education" by doubling the Additional Canada Education Savings Grants (A-CESG). The A-CESG is one of three grants available through a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP).