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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How Does the Equifax Breach Affect Canadians? + MORE Sep 12th
Late last week, credit reporting agency Equifax reported it had suffered a major data breach that affects more than 143 million consumers in the United States. Between May and July this year, Equifax claims hackers were able to gain access to key consumer details such as Social Security numbers, bi.... More »
Top 5 Credit Card Sign Up offers for October + MORE Oct 6th
Here are the Rewards Canada Top 5 Credit Card Sign Up offers for the month of October! This is not a 'best' credit card list like our Top Travel Rewards Credit Card rankings but instead a look at cards that have very good acquisition offers. As always when choosing a card you should always take oth.... More »
RWRDS Daily Update – November 18 Nov 19th
Here’s your Rewards Canada update! Your near daily dose of loyalty program, credit card and travel news, bonuses, deals and more. TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card Review The TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card has received the Rewards Canada review treatment. Canada recently voted.... More »
American Express Business Edge Card Confirmed Multiplier Locations Feature + MORE May 22nd
You are probably familiar with a feature on our site entitled 'American Express Cobalt Card Confirmed Multiplier Locations' and we have now created the same thing here for the American Express Business Edge Card. If you aren't familiar with that page, it is a list of merchants that have been con.... More »
Earn 1,226 Bonus Aeroplan Miles for Avis car rentals through to April 30 if you book by December 26 Dec 25th
We continue with Aeroplan's Boxing Week specials, this final offer is for renting cars from Avis. You can earn 1,226 bonus Aeroplan Miles on Avis rentals Worldwide. What makes this bonus really good is that it appears you can earn this bonus on even a one day rental and for most car groups. Th.... More »
A new study from credit firm Equifax says seniors are increasing their debt loads at a much faster pace than the population at large, something that’s sure to lead to problems down the line as their incomes aren’t likely to keep pace.
September 15 Update: WestJet officially announces LGW services, the new Porter VIPorter is launched, AIR MILES Budget Bonus
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Pretty busy Tuesday!! News, Tips & TricksRewards Canada’s Instagram shot from this morning’s WestJet press conference announcing service to London GatwickYesterday we let you know that The Platinum Card from American Express had an email for an exclusive 10% discount for flying on Air Canada within Canada or to the U.S.. Turns out holders of the Business Gold Rewards Card are also receiving the offer so check your email!Don’t forget about our promotion where you can get a $250 Gift Card from Rewards Canada. Find out more here. Posts since our last update:The new Porter VIPorter is here – Introducing elite tiers plus changes in earning and redemption (now revenue based) Nearly a month ago Porter Airlines announced that they were enhancing the VIPorter program. As of today those details…British Airways Executive Club Award Sale – Save 40% on award tickets between Canada and London! Wow the American Express 25% transfer bonus from Membership Rewards to British Airways Executive Club just got a whole… Travel Deals WestJet officially announced their London Gatwick routes of which we brought you the details yesterday…Front of the Line – The unsung benefit of American Express Cards
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Most of the time on Rewards Canada we discuss bonus points, sign up offers or insurance benefits that come with credit and charge cards. Occasionally we discuss lounge access from these cards but there are other benefits that we don’t touch upon as much.One benefit that my family has taken advantage of over and over again that does not deal with points, business class lounges or even insurance is American Express’ Front of the Line program. Having multiple Amex cards in our family card portfolio (Gold Rewards, The Platinum Card, AeroplanPlus Gold Card and Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card) we have more than enough options to take advantage of FOTL!What is Front of the Line? Essentially Front of the Line allows American Express Cardmembers to enjoy exclusive access to ticket presales and reserved seating offers for concerts, musicals, shows and much more.Over the past 4 or so years we have used Front of the Line for the following concerts, musicals and shows, many of which sold out within minutes if not seconds:Selena GomezJustin BieberLady GagaKaty PerryDemi LovatoImagine DragonsThe Lion KingTaylor Swift Darcy OakeWickedBilly Elliot West Side Storyand more! From the list I believe you can tell that I have two daughters that enjoy going to concerts and shows…
