The “Big Five” Canadian banks offer credit cards and include Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto Dominion Bank (TD Canada Trust), Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). Did you know that there are many other options?
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Earn up to 750 bonus miles when you shop online via AIR MILES Shops + MORE Aug 12th
The AIR MILES Mix and Match promotion for shopping online via AIR MILES Shops has returned! It's timing is perfect for all your back to school shopping. Last seen in March the promotion provides members the opportunity to earn up to 750 bonus AIR MILES Rewards Miles. It is a tiered.... More »
December 22 Update: Further updates to the ongoing Scene+ issues and Flair Airlines also launching Toronto-Chicago flights Dec 23rd
Here's your Rewards Canada Daily update! Your daily dose (or near daily dose) of loyalty program, credit card and travel news, bonuses, deals and more. This update is brought to you by the HSBC World Elite Mastercard which is currently offering a welcome bonus of up to 100,000 bonus points.... More »
Why thieves are stealing loyalty points and what you can do to protect yourself + MORE Mar 26th
From PC Optimum to Air Miles, thieves are setting their sights on loyalty programs because they may be easy to infiltrate and reap great rewards..... More »
Business credit reports, scores and payment history + MORE Jul 23rd
If you have an S Corp, your payment history may be reflected on both your business and personal credit reports and scores..... More »
Confusion over Air Miles fine print and Expedia 'glitch': CBC's Marketplace consumer cheat sheet May 21st
CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need from the week, including Air Miles members unaware of how rewards are collected, major changes to Canada's tobacco laws, and an Expedia "glitch" that prevented travellers from booking a stay at a B.C. lodge..... More »
Loyalty cards have a dark side: Vaz-Oxlade
– thestar.com
The more cards you apply for, the worse your credit score can become, and even closing them can negatively affect your credit score.
( Jeff Kowalsky/Bloomberg/Getty Images)It’s not like Canada is an unattractive place to stick a factory or a foreign outpost.
Consider: a $2-trillion economy; relatively rich households that don’t mind shopping on credit; rule of law; “free” health care; and low corporate taxes. There’s even a chance the dreamy Prime Minister will provide some free publicity, as Justin Trudeau did for Microsoft Corp. when it opened an office in Vancouver last year, for example.
That’s more than a lot of countries can offer. But Canadian promoters are never quite sure their country is a winner on its own merits. Early in any commercial pitch, they will note that settling in Canada isn’t really about selling stuff to the folks of Bathurst or Brandon; rather, it’s about doing business in Boston or Buffalo or anywhere else in the United States, but without the hassle of obtaining a green card.
RELATED: U.S. dairy takes aim at Canadian supply management in NAFTA talks
For a couple of decades, a big part of Canada’s sales pitch to international investors has been that the North American Free Trade Agreement works as a backdoor to the world’s most voracious consumers…
( Jeff Kowalsky/Bloomberg/Getty Images)It’s not like Canada is an unattractive place to stick a factory or a foreign outpost.
Consider: a $2-trillion economy; relatively rich households that don’t mind shopping on credit; rule of law; “free” health care; and low corporate taxes. There’s even a chance the dreamy Prime Minister will provide some free publicity, as Justin Trudeau did for Microsoft Corp. when it opened an office in Vancouver last year, for example.
That’s more than a lot of countries can offer. But Canadian promoters are never quite sure their country is a winner on its own merits. Early in any commercial pitch, they will note that settling in Canada isn’t really about selling stuff to the folks of Bathurst or Brandon; rather, it’s about doing business in Boston or Buffalo or anywhere else in the United States, but without the hassle of obtaining a green card.
RELATED: U.S. dairy takes aim at Canadian supply management in NAFTA talks
For a couple of decades, a big part of Canada’s sales pitch to international investors has been that the North American Free Trade Agreement works as a backdoor to the world’s most voracious consumers…
Q&A: Can private schools charge convenience fees?
– creditcards.com
They can, so if you plan on paying for a private school tuition with a credit card, be prepared to pay a hefty convenience fee
September 25 Update: Quiet Monday will lead to a busy Tuesday and score yourself 500 Free Miles & More Miles
– RewardsCanada.ca
News, Tips & Tricks A quiet Monday before what will no doubt be a very busy Tuesday! Be sure to check back on the blog tomorrow morning and on our social media for a big credit card launch. If you follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram you’ll know what we’re talking about or even read about our post last week for why there is a need for a credit card for Millennials. In the bonus offers check out the offer for 500 Miles & More miles for simply downloading and logging in to the Miles & More app. Posts since our last update: Scotiabank launches new Travel Rewards Debit Card A few years ago you had several options to earn rewards on debit card purchases but those options dwindled…New Aeroplan Bonus Offers from Rocketmiles – Double Miles for first timers, 1,000 Miles for the rest The Rocketmiles offers for Aeroplan members keep changing on us! First it was 3,000 bonus miles for your first booking…Best Western Rewards: Double Points on all stays Worldwide + a North America redemption offer Best Western launched their Fall bonus promotion on Monday and in this offering they go back to the double…Travel Deals Movenpick Hotels Save up to 30% when you stay at any of 80+ hotels and resorts across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East Book by Oct 31 for stays until Nov 30…
