Do PC Optimum points expire at Shoppers Drug Mart?

No, PC Optimum points never expire as long as you earn or redeem points at least once every 24 months.

Can PC Optimum points be combined with other loyalty programs?

No. However, you can use your PC Optimum points at many banners (Maxi, Provigo, Loblaws, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, etc.), for clothing at Joe Fresh, or for gas at Esso stations.

What is the real value of a PC Optimum point at Shoppers Drug Mart?

One PC Optimum point is worth exactly 0.1 cents (1,000 points = $1 discount on the bill). However, the effective value can rise to 1.6 cents per dollar spent during the best promotions, such as Black Friday.

How to receive more personalized PC Optimum offers at Shoppers Drug Mart?

To maximize your personalized offers, vary your purchases across different categories (cosmetics, health, personal care), check the PC Optimum mobile app each week, and enable all notifications.

Do medications earn PC Optimum points at Shoppers Drug Mart?

No. You cannot earn or redeem PC Optimum points on the purchase of prescription medications. Check your item’s price tag: if you see an X on it, it will not count.

Which credit card earns the most PC Optimum points at Shoppers Drug Mart?

The PC World Elite Mastercard offers 50 points per dollar spent at Shoppers Drug Mart, i.e., a 5% return. To compare all options, see our guide to PC Optimum credit cards.

Jean-Maximilien Voisine

Jean-Maximilien Voisine is the President and Founder of Milesopedia and a leading expert in rewards programs, credit cards, and travel across Canada, France, and the U.S.A. Now 40 years old and a father of two, he has explored more than 100 countries—many of them alongside his wife Audrey and their children. Specializing in loyalty programs such as Aeroplan, Flying Blue, American Express Membership Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy, Jean-Maximilien helps travellers unlock the full potential of their points and benefits. His mission: empower others to travel better and smarter across North America and Europe.

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