Avi was just terminated by his employer after 3 and half years of service with the company. For the last 18 months, Avi was permitted to contribute to the company's defined contribution RPP. Assuming a typical vesting period, to what amount will Avi be entitled upon his departure?

a) Avi is not entitled to receive anything based on his years of service.

O b) his principal contributions only-the funds must be transferred to a LIRA

c) his principal contributions plus growth in cash

O d) his principal contributions plus his employer's contributions plus growth-all payable as a cash Settlement