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Many businesses and stores offer special discounts to individuals who have reached a certain age. These in-store senior discounts present a valuable opportunity to benefit from special reductions and save on everyday purchases.
In recent years, many seniors’ discount programs have been discontinued or modified. Below is the most up-to-date list.
Always check with the retailer first, to ensure the discount is valid and check the conditions, as these can change rapidly. Please note that the promotions below have all been verified and may end, change or be modified at any time.
Don’t forget your ID with your birth date (such as a health card), in case the store requires proof.
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As Canada’s largest senior organization, the FADOQ (Quebec Federation of Golden Age) offers over 1,000 advantageous discounts and exclusive benefits. This enables members aged 50 and over to enjoy their retirement to the fullest, while keeping their budget under control.
These discounts apply to groceries, finance and insurance, restaurants, electronics, health, beauty products, and more.
The price to obtain this FADOQ privilege card is $30 for a 12-month membership or $55 for 24 months, payable by Visa or Mastercard. By browsing their site, you can see the different offers. For example, a new insurance policy with lower premiums thanks to a FADOQ membership quickly pays for itself!
CARP (Canadian Association of Retired Persons) is the equivalent for all of Canada.
Here’s a list of discounts at various stores that don’t require paid subscriptions.
Amerispa: Every Tuesday of the month, people aged 60+ benefit from a 20% discount on a treatment or package at participating centers.
Nautilus Plus: Seniors aged 65+ receive a 20% discount on the regular rate.
SEPAQ:
Laurentian Bank: The 60+ Advantage program offers a $5 discount on the monthly rate of 2 packages: Preferred account and Unlimited account.
Scotiabank: People aged 60+ receive a $7 discount on the Ultimate Package, $4 on the Essential Package, a $4 discount on the Basic Plus bank account Scotiabank Basic Plus Chequing Account, and all monthly fees are free on a basic bank account, a Scotiabank Daily Interest US Dollar Account, and a Scotiabank Euro Account.
TD Bank: TD Bank offers a discount on monthly fees for certain chequing accounts for people aged 60+. The discount is $3.75 for a TD Everyday Chequing Account, $6 on a TD Unlimited Chequing Account, and $8.50 on an all-inclusive banking package.
BMO: BMO offers a $4 discount on its monthly banking account packages for people aged 60+. Thus, the Practical Account becomes free, the BMO Plus Chequing Account is $7.95, the BMO Performance Chequing Account is $12.95, and the BMO Privilege Chequing Account is $26.95.
NBC: Seniors aged 60 and over receive a $5 discount on the NBC The Connected Chequing Account and on the NBC The Total Chequing Account. Individuals aged 65 and over do not pay monthly fees on the National Bank The Minimalist Chequing Account in addition to receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS).
CIBC: CIBC offers the benefits of the CIBC Smart for Seniors program, starting at age 65. There are no monthly fees for the CIBC Smart Account, the CIBC Everyday Chequing Account, the CIBC eAdvantage Savings Account, and the CIBC US Dollar Personal Account.
Desjardins: As soon as you turn 60, you’ll benefit from a $4 monthly fee reduction on your current account. People aged 71+ also have certain transactions free of charge if you ask your Branch.
RBC: If you are 65 +, you could receive discounts ranging from $4 to $7.50 on certain packages. For example, the monthly fees for the RBC Day to Day Banking Package are $0, $8.95 for the RBC Advantage Banking Package, $12.95 for the RBC Signature No Limit Banking Package, and $22.50 for the RBC VIP Banking Package.
Many credit cards are adapted for seniors, whether in terms of insurance coverage or benefits (airport lounge access, travel credit, dining credit).
Here is our selection of the best credit cards for seniors:
There are plenty of grocery stores specializing in discounts and liquidations in Quebec, perfect for trimming your grocery bill. Here are also a few boutiques that offer specific discounts:
Aliments Merci: 10% discount on all purchases of $25 or more, on regular-priced merchandise, for people 65+.
Bulk Barn: Every Wednesday, seniors aged 65+ enjoy 15% off regular-priced purchases. What’s more, this offer can be combined with the $3 or $5 coupons often found in Bulk Barn flyers!
La Moisson: 10% discount on Beauty and Supplements items for people aged 65+.
M&M Meat Shops: Every Tuesday, seniors aged 60+ are entitled to a 10% discount on all purchases of regular-priced items in stores and online.
Tau Markets: Seniors aged 60+ receive a 10% discount on all natural supplements and cosmetics on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. This offer excludes hair and body care.
Provigo: Participating stores only. 10% back in PC Optimum points, for those 55 and over.
Rachelle Béry: Every Tuesday, there’s a 10% discount for seniors aged 60+ on supplements and natural care products only. Don’t forget to scan your Scene+ card at the checkout to get more Scene+ points.
Ares Cuisine: On the first Wednesday of the month, a 10% discount on the regular price is offered to individuals aged 65 and over.
Nature Pet Centres: Every last day of the month, people aged 65+ receive 20% off regular-priced items.
Hart: On the first Monday of the month, a 15% discount is offered on almost all regular-priced items for those aged 55 and over.
Korvette: Every first Monday of the month, Korvette offers a 15% discount on almost everything for individuals aged 55 and over.
The Salvation Army: 10% discount for people aged 60+, every day.
La Grande Ménagerie: Individuals aged 65 and over receive a 5% discount on pet food and other products, and also a 10% discount on accessories, at all times.
Laura Secord: 10% discount for seniors aged 55 and over in-store only, every first Monday of each month.
Michaels: Customers aged 55+ enjoy 10% off regular-price and sale purchases, every day.
Pépinière Locas: Every Tuesday, individuals aged 55 and over receive a 10% discount on their bill.
Pitou, Minou & Compagnons: On the last Tuesday of the month, people aged 60+ get 15% off. Don’t forget that this business is linked to the AIR MILES program and that you earn 1 mile for every $20 spent in store.
Ricardo: Every first Monday of the month, a 15% discount is offered to seniors aged 60 and over. This discount is valid in physical stores only.
RONA and RONA+: The first Tuesday of the month, get 10% off all regular-priced products only if you’re 55+.
Rossy: Every Tuesday, individuals aged 55 and over enjoy a 10% in-store discount.
Giant Tiger: On the first Monday of every month, seniors aged 60+ receive a 10% discount on their purchases in-store at Giant Tiger.
Value Village: 30% discount every Tuesday, during Seniors’ Day for those 60+.
Brunet: Get the Privilege Card for 10% off eligible items at regular price, if you’re 60+. Brunet pharmacies are linked to the Moi loyalty program and you can use them to save even more.
Jean Coutu: In a limited number of Jean Coutu pharmacies, a privilege card gives a 10% off the regular price on certain eligible products for those aged 65 and over, every day. Ask your pharmacy if it participates in this program. At the same time, swipe your Moi card for more points!
Lawtons Drugs: 20% discount for people 55+ on several eligible products who swipe their Scene+ card at checkout.
Pharmaprix: Every Thursday, Pharmaprix offers a 20% discount to customers aged 65 and over who are PC Optimum members, as well as to family members accompanying them. In addition, on select days throughout the year, there is a special event for seniors where you receive a $10 bonus gift card with a purchase of $50 or more, along with the usual 20% discount.
Proxim: Get the 60+ Privilege Card for 10% off eligible items at regular price, if you’re 60+.
Rexall : Every Tuesday, seniors 55+ receive a 20% discount on presentation of the Be Well Rewards card.
Uniprix: Ask for the 60+ privilege card at the checkout to enjoy a daily 10% discount on eligible products for people age 60+.
Amtrak: 10% discount for seniors aged 65 and over on most Amtrak trains and those operated jointly with Via Rail Canada (such as the Adirondack train).
Carnival Cruise Line: Special prices for those 55+ are available on several cruises.
Days Inn by Wyndham, Howard Johson, Travelodge: Guests 60+ are entitled to a special discount at select Wyndham hotels. Simply check the “Senior” option when booking.
Fairmont : A preferential rate is offered to individuals aged 55 and over. This offer depends on room availability and may vary by property, room category, time of year, and occupancy.
Hilton : For individuals aged 65 and over, Hilton hotels offer up to a 6% discount.
IHG hotels (Intercontinental, HolidayInn, Crowne Plaza, etc.): Discounts vary by hotel, for guests 62+.
Jaro Hotels: 20% discount on a hotel room for a stay on Sunday or Monday night, for individuals aged 65 and over.
Marriott Bonvoy Hotels: Individuals aged 62 and over receive a discount applicable only based on availability.
Sandman Hotels: Up to 25% at participating hotels and $10 gift card per person for food and beverage, for people 55+.
Hôtel Tadoussac: 10% discount on the daily rate for people aged 55+.
Intercar: 15% discount on a bus ticket for people aged 65+.
Limocar: The Club 60 fare for people aged 60+ offers 15% off the regular fare of a bus ticket, an additional 10% discount for a round trip and an additional 20% discount for a booklet of 10 tickets.
Maheux: A Club 60 fare offers a 15% discount on the regular bus fare for people aged 60+.
Orléans Express: 15% discount for people aged 65+.
Royal Caribbean: Some cruises offer a discount for people aged 55+.
A multitude of museums, transportation companies, cinemas, tourist attractions, theaters and municipalities have preferential rates for people of a certain age. Don’t hesitate to ask!
Many government and medical services are available from age 65.
For example, visit the Quebec government’s website or the Canadian government’s website, which can be very helpful to you! Also, check out the list of discounts available at the above stores.
FADOQ (Fédération de l’Âge d’Or du Quebec) is the largest seniors’ organization in Canada, offering over 1,000 advantageous discounts and exclusive privileges. These discounts cover everything from food, finance and insurance to restaurants, electronics, health and beauty products, and more.
The cost of the FADOQ privilege card is $30 for a 12-month subscription or $50 for 24 months, payable by Visa or Mastercard. By browsing their site, you can see the different offers. For example, a new insurance policy with lower premiums thanks to a FADOQ membership quickly pays for itself!
On the first Monday of every month, seniors aged 60+ receive a 10% discount on their purchases, in Giant Tiger stores only.
Each branch is different, and you’ll need to ask the pharmacy’s cashier if it participates in a seniors’ discount program. Many locations do not offer this service, and it depends on the choice of the pharmacist-owner.
This privilege card gives you 10% off the regular price on selected eligible products, every day. At the same time, swipe your Moi card at Jean Coutu for more points to save!
Ares Cuisine: On Wednesdays, 10% off the regular price is offered to people aged 60+.
Nature Pet Centre: Every last day of the month, people aged 65+ receive 20% off regular-priced items.
Hart: The 1st Monday of the month offers 15% off almost all regular priced products for those aged 55+.
Korvette: Every 1st Tuesday of the month, Korvette offers 10% off almost everything for people aged 65+.
La Grande Ménagerie: People aged 65+ get 5% off pet food and other products, and 10% off accessories at all times.
Laura Secord: 10% discount for seniors 55+ in store only, every first Monday of the month.
Pépinière Locas: Every Thursday in March and April only, people aged 55+ get 10% off their bill.
Rossy: Every Tuesday, people aged 60+ benefit from a 10% in-store discount.
Giant Tiger: On the first Monday of every month, seniors aged 60+ receive a 10% discount on their purchases at Giant Tiger, in store only.
Vallu Village: 30% discount every Tuesday, during Seniors’ Day for those 60+.
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