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Top Credit Card Higher than Normal Sign Up Bonuses for April 2023

ByByMattApr 3, 2023

We are publishing this post a few days earlier than normal because the RBC Ion card promotions are expiring today. If you are still thinking about getting this card, best to sign up today as it looks like they will…

WestJet Pilots Going on Strike?

ByByMattApr 2, 2023

Just a few weeks ago, we were writing a post praising WestJet’s move to takeover Sunwing. The hope was that with the merger, WestJet would be able to somewhat compete with Air Canada, the most dominant Canadian airline. But before…

Pointshogger Refreshed! Almost 10 years later, what’s next?

ByByMattMar 30, 2023

We are closing in on our 10 year anniversary in the fall of this year. I cannot believe what a journey it has been. There are days when I feel like we just got started. We are looking at different…

Best Current First Year Fee Waived Cards for March 2023

ByByMattMar 25, 2023

We are back this month with the top first year fee waived promotions. See the commentary under each credit card for more thoughts on each offer. Limited Time First Year Fee Waived Offers We have listed the cards based on…

[INTERVIEW] Who is Roame?

ByByMattMar 24, 2023

Today, we are featuring Tim Qin, co-founder and CEO of Roame Travel who will share his new service to search for award flights. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to answering our questions and sharing…

[PROMOTION] Escape to Luxury with Marriott Bonvoy

ByByMattMar 23, 2023

Marriott Bonvoy has launched an Escape to luxury promotion giving members up to $300 in promotional folio credit up that can be used for hotel experience credits to make the stay feel more luxurious. The non-Marriott Bonvoy members can receive…

Aeroplan adds PAL Airlines as a Partner

ByByMattMar 20, 2023

Air Canada has added PAL Airlines, one of Eastern Canada’s independent airlines. Aeroplan members can now earn and redeem points on PAL operated flights throughout Quebec and the Maritimes. Earn Aeroplan Here is the Aeroplan accrual chart for flights operated…

Reasons to Buy or Gift Aeroplan Points (80% Bonus offer)

ByByMattMar 15, 2023

Aeroplan gives its members the ability to purchase points on a regular basis. Sometimes, they have a bonus offer when making this purchase. Let’s discuss the offer first and then I will share some of my thoughts on purchasing or…

Current 10% and Above Cash Back Offers for March 2023

ByByMattMar 15, 2023

We are back again with another month of top credit cards currently offering at least a 10% cash back bonus promotion. There are many other cash back offers out there too, but because the market is very competitive now, so…

Rundown of Journie Rewards (March 14, 2023)

ByByMattMar 14, 2023

Chevron, Ultramar and Pioneer have teamed up to offer a loyalty program called Journie Rewards. The program allows members to earn points when spending money at their gas stations. Today, we will provide an update to our last post, as…

WestJet’s Takeover of Sunwing Moving Forward

ByByMattMar 13, 2023

WestJet’s purchase of Sunwing has been in the works for a couple of years now. It is now taking a step forward as the Canadian Federal Government WestJet gave their stamp of approval that moves them closer. There is still…

BMO Bailed Out Air Miles?

ByByMattMar 12, 2023

March 10, 2023 was a crazy day for Air Miles collectors. At the beginning of the day, it was announced that LoyaltyOne Co. (which offers Air Miles) had gone into bankruptcy protection. The fear was that member  miles would be…

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