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Aeroplan devaluation June 2026: what changes and how it affects your points
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Aeroplan devaluation June 2026: what changes and how it affects your points

Aeroplan is restructuring its award chart in June 2026, raising the points cost on many popular routes. Here is what is changing, which redemptions are hit hardest, and what to do before the deadline.

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Best no annual fee credit cards in Canada
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Best no annual fee credit cards in Canada

No annual fee credit cards in Canada can earn real cash back or travel rewards without costing you anything to hold. This guide breaks down the four strongest options by spending profile.

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Best credit cards for groceries in Canada
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Best credit cards for groceries in Canada

Groceries are one of the highest household expenses in Canada, which makes your choice of credit card matter more at the checkout than almost anywhere else. This guide ranks the best credit cards for groceries in Canada based on earn rates, fees, and real spending value.

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Best credit cards in Canada
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Best credit cards in Canada

Not every credit card in Canada is worth carrying. This guide breaks down the best options by category — cash back, travel, no-fee and more — so you can match a card to how you actually spend.

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Best cash back credit cards in Canada
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Best cash back credit cards in Canada

The best cash back credit cards in Canada earn you real money on groceries, gas, and everyday spending. This guide breaks down the top picks by earn rate, fee, and spending profile so you can find the card that actually fits how you spend.

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Best rewards credit cards in Canada
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Best rewards credit cards in Canada

The best rewards credit cards in Canada span travel points, grocery earn rates, and flexible redemption programs. This guide breaks down four top-rated cards so you can match the right one to how you actually spend.

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Best credit cards for dining in Canada
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Best credit cards for dining in Canada

If you eat out regularly or order delivery often, the right credit card can return meaningful value on every meal. Here are the best credit cards for dining in Canada, compared by earn rate, annual fee, and real-world fit.

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How credit card rewards work in Canada
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How credit card rewards work in Canada

Credit card rewards in Canada come in several forms — points, miles, and cash back — and understanding how each one works can make a real difference in what you get back from everyday spending.

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Best credit cards for online shopping in Canada
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Best credit cards for online shopping in Canada

The best credit cards for online shopping in Canada reward every purchase you make from your browser, whether you’re buying from Amazon.ca, subscribing to streaming services, or ordering across the border.

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Best balance transfer credit cards in Canada
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Best balance transfer credit cards in Canada

Carrying high-interest credit card debt is expensive. These are the best balance transfer credit cards in Canada right now, with promotional rates as low as 0% and ongoing APRs well below the standard 19.99%.

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How to compare credit cards in Canada
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How to compare credit cards in Canada

Comparing credit cards in Canada takes more than glancing at the rewards rate. This guide walks you through the four key steps to find the card that actually fits how you spend.

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How credit card interest works in Canada
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How credit card interest works in Canada

Credit card interest in Canada is calculated daily and compounds fast. Here’s exactly how it works, what the typical rates are, and how to avoid paying it altogether.

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