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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Why now is the right time to get the Platinum Card from American Express + MORE Jul 29th
With its $699 annual fee the most expensive publicly available card in the Canadian market is The Platinum Card® from American Express. Right away that number seems to turn many people away but in reality, if you do any travel, and it doesn't have to be a lot of travel - paying.... More »
May 13 Update: Amex lowers welcome bonuses on The Platinum Card & Business Platinum Card, a look back at the first 100K point credit card bonus in Canada, good Travelzoo deal for Brewster's Mountain Lodge in Banff + MORE May 14th
American Express has really shifted focus on keeping current Platinum cardmembers engaged and using their cards as much as possible with the amazing double points double value promotion. However as it is so lucrative for cardmembers and pricey for American Express to maintain they have dropped t.... More »
AIR MILES Shops: Earn 3x miles sitewide for your online shopping Feb 4th
AIR MILES has a Valentine’s Day offer for shopping online via AIR MILES Shops. This promotion is available until February 12 and offers 3x miles sitewide on eligible purchases. An eligible purchase is one that will earn at least one base AIR MILES Reward Mile. Most partners will require at lea.... More »
The best credit cards for airport lounge access in Canada for 2024 + MORE Aug 2nd
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Making sense of the markets this week: June 2, 2024 + MORE May 31st
Kyle Prevost, creator of 4 Steps to a Worry-Free Retirement, Canada’s DIY retirement planning course, shares financial headlines and offers context for Canadian investors.
RBC and National Bank continue to lead the pack
Canadian banks continue to prepare for worst-case scenarios with in.... More »
Donald Trump assigns blame and demands credit. But take responsibility? Never – Toronto Star
– news.google.ca
Donald Trump assigns blame and demands credit. But take responsibility? Never Toronto StarBrazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Tests Negative for Coronavirus TIMEWould Donald Trump ‘take responsibility?’ No way, not on Oval Office Opposite Day Maclean’sBe careful. Trump may exploit the coronavirus crisis for authoritarian ends The GuardianTrump just proved he’s finally taking coronavirus seriously. But how much will this late start cost us? The IndependentView Full coverage on Google News
Is It Worth Getting a U.S. Dollar Credit Card?
– ratesupermarket.ca
According to the most recent census, two out of three (66%) Canadians live within 100 kilometres of the U.S. border. So, naturally millions of citizens cross over to the 13 neighbouring states every month. Many snowbirds even choose to stay for part of the year. But, with the value of the loonie significantly lower than the greenback, Canadians see less bang for their buck.
To add further salt to their wounds, credit card companies typically charge a fee anywhere from 2.5% to 3% on foreign transactions. That means, even after exchange rates, cardholders will pay another $25 to $30 in fees for every C$1,000 in purchases. This predicament may lead some to wonder whether it’s worth getting a U.S. dollar credit card.
How Do U.S. Dollar Credit Cards Work?
U.S. dollar credit cards are available in Canada and allow consumers to shop without exchange rate surprises and even pay U.S. bills. Unlike a standard credit card, all purchases are in U.S. currency rather than Canadian dollars, meaning no conversion takes place…
Air Canada Signature Suite in Vancouver set to open on March 14
– RewardsCanada.ca
Last night Air Canada gave a sneak peek of its brand new Signature Suite in Vancouver to the media and we now know the new lounge will open on March 14. This will be Air Canada’s second Signature Suite in their business class lounge network after the one in Toronto which debuted in 2017.Recommended Reading: Air Canada debuts Signature Suite for Premium International Customers at Toronto Pearson Air Canada’s Signature Suites differ from their Maple Leaf lounges in that access is only granted to those who are flying on a paid business class ticket (J, C, D, Z, P booking classes) for international travel to Europe, Asia or Australia. This means Aeroplan (or other Star Alliance) award tickets do not get you access, nor does having elite status. The new lounge is located in YVR’s D Concourse on the second floor of the International Maple Leaf Lounge. You access the lounge via the same entrance as the Maple Leaf lounge.Rewards Canada was unable to attend the event last night but Air Canada has been kind enough to provide us with complete details and photos of the lounge as well as a link to a virtual tour of the new space…Donald Trump assigns blame and demands credit. But take responsibility? Never – Toronto Star
– news.google.ca
Donald Trump assigns blame and demands credit. But take responsibility? Never Toronto StarBrazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Tests Negative for Coronavirus TIMEWould Donald Trump ‘take responsibility?’ No way, not on Oval Office Opposite Day Maclean’sBe careful. Trump may exploit the coronavirus crisis for authoritarian ends The GuardianTrump just proved he’s finally taking coronavirus seriously. But how much will this late start cost us? The IndependentView Full coverage on Google News
