The best credit cards for airport lounge access in Canada for 2023 + MORE Oct 5th

The “Big Five” Canadian banks offer investment funds 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). Let’s explore the best place for you to invest.
Latest News

Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals Service tells AP Jul 18th

Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, whose social media empire promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny has made them among the world’s most polarizing internet personalities, were arrested Saturday in Miami as British authorities sought their extradition on rape and….... More »
 money market

Buying a second home: How it works in Canada + MORE May 9th

What does it take to buy a second home in Canada? There’s a lot to consider, from figuring out whether you can afford to buy a second property (and whether it’s worth it) to navigating the down payment requirements and mortgage rules. To help you get started, we’ve answered these questions and.... More »

The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2025 + MORE Mar 31st

Savings comparison tool Find the best and most up-to-date savings rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated return based on the size of your balance. Advertisement Why trust us MoneySense is an.... More »
 broker

More Canadians are rethinking their bank. Should you? Jul 22nd

Clinton Begin was growing tired of frequent visits to bank branches and calling into the trading desk to check on various transactions. “There (were) a lot of things that just took too much of my time. I was always phoning, always going to visit them. It was always a big deal,” he recalled. .... More »

AUGMENTED WORLD EXPO ANNOUNCES 2026 AUGGIE AWARD WINNERS, BEST IN SHOW AND XR HALL OF FAME LEGENDS - PR Newswire Jun 18th

AUGMENTED WORLD EXPO ANNOUNCES 2026 AUGGIE AWARD WINNERS, BEST IN SHOW AND XR HALL OF FAME LEGENDS  PR NewswireSnap unveils $2,195 AR glasses as CEO Evan Spiegel bets on post-smartphone future  CNBCIntroducing SPECS Augmented Reality Glasses  Snap NewsroomSnap Inc. Debu.... More »
As the country re-opens after COVID-related restrictions, Canadians are faced with a worrying financial picture. Many have moved, others are looking to travel, and the cost of living is ballooning with unusual rates of inflation. Meanwhile, the Bank of Canada (BoC) rate hikes designed to curb these forces are adding pressure to those with variable-rate loans and mortgages. Unsurprisingly, many Canadians are using their credit cards to charge their expenses.

How much debt does the average Canadian carry? 

The average credit card balance for Canadians in the second quarter of 2023 was $4,185, up from $3,909 in the second quarter, according to Transunion. And that is up from average monthly credit card spend of almost $2,447 in the third quarter of 2022, which is above the 17.3% from same time in 2021 and up 21.8% in 2019, according to Equifax. And from another report, Canadian consumer debt has risen to $2.4 trillion, with an average debt load of approximately $21,131—excluding mortgages…

Continue Reading On moneysense.ca »

The best credit cards for airport lounge access in Canada for 2023

Spend

The best credit cards for airport lounge access in Canada for 2023
Searching for the perfect credit card? In under 60 seconds, CardFinder narrows down your top matches without impacting your credit score, no SIN required.

Find my perfect card*

You will be leaving MoneySense. Just close the tab to return.

CardNumber of lounge visitsAnnual feeScotiabank Passport Visa Infinite*6$150TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege*Unlimited for Maple Leaf Lounges in North America$599American Express The Platinum Card*Unlimited$799BMO Ascend World Elite Mastercard*4$150CIBC Aventura Visa Infinite4$139

Why trust us

MoneySense is an award-winning magazine, helping Canadians navigate money matters since 1999. Our editorial team of trained journalists works closely with leading personal finance experts in Canada. To help you find the best financial products, we compare the offerings from over 12 major institutions, including banks, credit unions and card issuers…

Continue Reading On moneysense.ca »

Share

PinIt
Compare insurance quotes through Kanetix.ca - save time and money!