Sebastian is a 44-year-old sales representative employed at Premier Aqua.

As with most Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) funds, Sebastian’s accumulated balance is generally locked-in, which means it cannot be withdrawn in cash while still under the plan. Instead, he may transfer it to a Locked-In Retirement Account (LIRA) upon leaving his employment or retiring, ensuring the funds remain tax-deferred. LLQP guidelines state that DPSP funds are generally subject to locking-in provisions, which restrict withdrawals and are specifically aimed at providing retirement income​​.

Thus, contrary to options A and B, Sebastian cannot withdraw the DPSP funds for discretionary purposes, such as funding his sabbatical, because of these restrictions. Option C is incorrect, as transferring to a Life Income Fund (LIF) would only be appropriate once the funds are in a LIRA, typically when Sebastian is closer to retirement age and ready to begin income withdrawals.