The best balance transfer credit cards in Canada for 2024 + MORE Jun 27th

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CPP for non-residents of Canada: How to apply, report pension income and more + MORE Jan 28th

Ask MoneySense We have lived in the U.S. for three years. I have not applied for CPP. I have worked here for three years—I think you have to work for 10 years for Social Security. I am on a work visa (I am a CPA), which will end this December, but we have a project that my husband is working on th.... More »

Financial paralysis and how to get moving again Feb 26th

New findings from the Credit Counselling Society’s (CCS) 2026 Consumer Debt Report reveal a concerning pattern in how Canadians are experiencing debt. Under cost-of-living pressures, many are increasing their debt load, relying on credit to make ends meet. And while they’re making their minimum .... More »

30% transfer bonus from American Express to Marriott Bonvoy until September 30 + MORE Sep 1st

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Why do Canadians keep falling for scams? + MORE Mar 28th

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Why tax season is turning into a debt trap for Canadians (and how to avoid it) Apr 2nd

If you typically carry a credit card balance, you’re in good company. The recent Study of the Canadian Consumer (Winter 2026) by Vividata shows that more than 1 in 3 Canadians (36%) usually have a credit card balance from month to month. What’s striking, however, is the study’s finding that 49.... More »

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The best credit cards in Canada for 2024
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Credit card interest rates aren’t all the same. If you carry a balance on your credit card, or if you expect to take on debt that will take some time to pay off, you might want to consider applying for a low-interest credit card.

The savings could be substantial: while most regular credit cards charge around 20% in interest, the cards listed below offer rates that can be half that, or less. Some low-interest cards even come with attractive balance transfer promotions that will allow you to pay down debt at a greatly reduced rate for a limited time…

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The best Mastercard credit cards in Canada for 2024
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By Keph Senett on June 26, 2024Estimated reading time: 12 minutes

Mastercard is one of the most widely accepted credit card companies in the world—you can use it in more than 200 countries, making it a good choice for travellers. Plus, Mastercard’s status as the only credit card you can use at Costco stores make it a strong choice for everyday spending. Whatever you need in a credit card—whether it’s opportunities to earn cash or rewards, to travel, to take advantage of low interest rates, or to gain access to premium perks—there’s a Mastercard for you on this list.

Best Mastercard by categoryWhy we love itBest cash back MastercardBMO CashBack World Elite MastercardAnnual fee: $1205% cash back on groceries and 4% back on transit Best no-fee cash back MastercardTangerine Money-Back Credit CardAnnual fee: $02% cash back in up to 3 categories of your choice (including groceries, gas and dining)Best travel rewards MastercardMBNA Rewards Platinum Plus MastercardAnnual fee: $0Earn travel rewards for no annual fee and receive a nice birthday bonus perk annuallyBest low-interest credit cardMBNA True Line Gold MastercardAnnual fee: $3910…

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