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Starting a new life in Canada often means sticking to a careful budget as setup costs add up. The good news? Your everyday spending on things like groceries, transit, and recurring bills can actually work in your favour. By using a rewards credit card that earns points or cash back, you can get more value from the purchases you’re already making. Plus, using a rewards card responsibly and paying off your balance in full each month can help you build a strong Canadian credit score from day one.
This guide breaks down which everyday spending categories earn the best rewards, how to choose a rewards program that fits your needs, and practical tips to help you build credit faster while keeping more money in your pocket.
Everyday spending categories that deliver the best rewards
If you’re new to Canada, chances are you’re already spending in many of these categories. Review the list below and think about where most of your money will go—those are the areas where rewards can add up fastest…
Who gets the GST credit? What Canadians need to know about eligibility, payments and the new boost – CTV News
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Who gets the GST credit? What Canadians need to know about eligibility, payments and the new boost CTV NewsPrime Minister Carney announces new measures to make groceries and other essentials more affordable for Canadians pm.gc.caN.W.T. MP touts affordability measures as ‘a good start,’ says Ottawa looking at doing more for the North CBCNewcomers can receive hundreds of dollars from Canadian government this year under revamped benefit CIC NewsThe Carney Liberals find bad habits are hard to break The Globe and Mail
Who gets the GST credit? What Canadians need to know about eligibility, payments and the new boost – CTV News
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Who gets the GST credit? What Canadians need to know about eligibility, payments and the new boost CTV NewsPrime Minister Carney announces new measures to make groceries and other essentials more affordable for Canadians pm.gc.caN.W.T. MP touts affordability measures as ‘a good start,’ says Ottawa looking at doing more for the North CBCNewcomers can receive hundreds of dollars from Canadian government this year under revamped benefit CIC NewsThe Carney Liberals find bad habits are hard to break The Globe and Mail
