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Aeroplan Availability Alert: Lie flat business class between Vancouver & Halifax for this summer + MORE Jul 4th
Air Canada has upgraded one of their two daily flights between Vancouver and Halifax to an internationally configured Boeing 787-9 aircraft with lie flat business class seats. With the addition of this widebody aircraft has come a lot of Aeroplan award availability! There are days we see 2, 4 or eve.... More »
Weekly rate report: Average card APR sits tight at 17.14 percent + MORE Nov 21st
November 21, 2018: Average rates on new credit card offers remained at a record high Wednesday, according to the CreditCards.com Weekly Credit Card Rate Report..... More »
How To Make The Most Of BMO Rewards Apr 15th
Not only is BMO one of Canada’s leading financial institutions, they’re also known for having a robust customer loyalty program, aptly named, BMO Rewards. With BMO Rewards, customers earn points that can be redeemed for everything from travel, to shopping and select luxury experiences. They can .... More »
Banking with a credit union can save on fees—but there are limitations + MORE Aug 28th
On the surface, banking with a credit union may seem a lot like a traditional bank. But it’s not.
Credit unions are similar to commercial banks in that they offer chequing and savings accounts, mortgages, business loans, online banking and registered savings plans—all for lower or no fees .... More »
June 14 Update: 7-Eleven 7Rewards to implement 90 day inactivity rule, Double Points at the Best Western Cambridge and more! + MORE Jun 15th
Further to our feature of "Expiry and Inactivity Rules of Canadian Loyalty Programs" Rewards Canada reader Adam B. advised us that 7-Eleven 7Rewards points will expire after 90 days of inactivity as of July 6. That's one of the shortest periods we are aware of for a Canadian program (Spriit Airl.... More »
For tip-earning employees, credit card surcharges may beat alternative
– creditcards.com
Credit card surcharges are complicated and may irritate customers. While that could hurt the tips of the merchant’s employees, it may be better for them than one alternative
