Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Restricted Stock Units (also called restricted share units) plans generally offer units to an employee (whose value is derived from the shares of the company) that can’t be sold until certain conditions are met over a period of time. RSU’s are effectively deferred employee bonuses. When the RSU’s vest (when you’re able to sell them), you’ll receive a taxable benefit equal to the value of the shares received or cash received. This amount should be reported on your T4 from your employer.