You can set aside funds as part of your own personal savings program. This program will likely include money being put away for your future (retirement, house purchase, vacation). When your children are ready for post-secondary schooling, some of your savings can be used.

You can also create special savings/investment programs in your children's names. Whether it is to help save for their education, their first car or a vacation, you can put money into a savings account, guaranteed investment certificate, savings bond, mutual fund, stock or other investment choice. When ready, they can use the money and any earnings generated.