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Buy Air Canada Aeroplan points with up to a 30% discount (Not recommended) Sep 28th
Air Canada Aeroplan’s latest buy points promotion provides members with the opportunity to receive up to a 30% discount when buying points by October 14, 2025. I’m not sure if this time it is a mystery bonus like the last few offers – do please let me know in the comments if you re.... More »
Canadian Parents Spending More on Back-to-School than Holiday Gifts + MORE Aug 15th
With September just around the corner, kids across the nation are likely dreading the thought of going back to school, and parents are likely dreading the costs that come with it.
From clothing and technology to snacks and supplies, a recent RetailMeNot.ca survey found 53 per cent of Canadian paren.... More »
What the CIBC-PC Financial break-up means for consumers + MORE Aug 17th
Loblaw Co. is quitting the banking business in a deal that will see two million PC Financial mortgage and banking accounts automatically move to a new low-fee banking brand operated by CIBC, called Simplii Financial.
The deal is effective November 1 and ends a 19-year partnership between Loblaw and.... More »
Jun 3 Update: Aeroplan ClassicFlight Rewards become Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards, major changes coming to Etihad Guest, Earn up to $150 WestJet Dollars + MORE Jun 4th
Here is your middle of the week update! News, Tips & TricksIf you haven't been on Aeroplan's website lately you may not know but a few weeks they changed the name of their ClassicFlight awards to Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards and have kept the Market Fare Flight Rewards. The name change makes.... More »
May 29 Update: More American Express Business Edge Confirmed Multiplier Locations, the recipe for Cathay Pacific's Cathay Delight drink, Disney World set to reopen in July + MORE May 30th
Big thanks to American Express who saw our American Express Business Edge Confirmed Multiplier Locations feature from last week and provided us with more confirmed 3x points merchants. The updates are primarily in the office and electronics category and includes retailers like Apple, Best Buy, IBM.... More »
What’s In Your Best Interest?
– ratesupermarket.ca
When it comes to managing your cash, it helps to have guidance from those you trust. But what if their motives don’t exactly align with saving you money? This week, we take a look at consumer advocates – from your realtor, to new merchant credit card fee caps – to see how they really benefit shoppers. Read on for the full story.
Home Buying Professionals: Who Can You Trust?
It takes a village to buy a home – from working with a realtor to sorting out closing costs with a lawyer, there are a number of pros you’ll need to work with on your journey to homeownership. The good news – they’re there to help you with the process. The bad – they’re not always transparent about who they’re working for. Here’s what you need to know as an informed buyer when selecting your real estate team.
Read Gordon’s Blog | Home Buying Professionals: Who Can You Trust?
Credit Card Tap Payments: What You Need to Know
Tap payment technology has become widespread among Canadian retailers – but many shoppers still have reservations about tap-and-go purchases…
Apr 2 Update: IHG introduces IHG Business Rewards, Targeted Choice Hotels offer, 1,000 Free HHonors Points returns
– RewardsCanada.ca
Here is your Thursday update! News, Tips & TricksWe’re asking you for your Aeroplan redemption stories whether they are good or bad! Find out how to submit your story here.IHG has introduced a new corporate program called IHG Business Rewards. The program consolidates IHG’s four separate corporate programs into one easy to use global program. Business Rewards members will earn 3 points per dollar spent on rooms, events and meetings and pool into the members regular IHG Rewards Club account and count towards Elite Status. FindDevised for bookers – members who book accommodation, meetings and events for others – IHG Business Rewards will reward members with IHG Rewards Club points for their B2B business, in a single global program. This allows all IHG bookers to have a seamless experience when booking anywhere in the world at participating IHG hotels.IHG Business Rewards members will now see all earned points from booking and staying appear in one account – so the same membership card for IHG Rewards Club and IHG Business Rewards will be used to book and stay at all participating IHG hotels…Teen's secret charges discovered by parents
– creditcards.com
His parents report more than $2,000 in unapproved card charges, but discover the culprit is their son. Is it too late to call off the investigation?
