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 seniors’ organization, FADOQ (Fédération de l’Âge d’Or du Quebec) offers over 1,000 advantageous discounts and exclusive privileges. This enables members aged 50 and over to enjoy their retirement to the fullest, while keeping their budget under control.
These discounts apply equally to food, finance and insurance, 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!
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: Seniors 60+r receive $7 off the Scotiabank Ultimate Chequing Account, $4 off the Scotiabank Essential Chequing Account, $4 off the Scotiabank Basic Plus Chequing Account, and free monthly fees on a Basic Scotiabank Chequing Account, a Scotia US Dollar Daily Interest Account and a Scotia Euro Account.
TD Bank: TD Bank offers a discount on monthly fees for certain chequing accounts for people aged 60+. The discount is $2.75 on a daily chequing account, $5 on an unlimited chequing account and $7.50 on an all-inclusive banking package.
BMO: BMO offers a $4 discount on its monthly banking account packages for people aged 60+. The Convenience Account is now free, the BMO Chequing Plus Account is $7.95, the BMO Performance Chequing Account is $12.95 and the BMO Preferred Chequing Account is $26.
NBC Seniors aged 65+ receive a $5 discount on National Bank monthly banking packages. As a result, you’ll get the NBC The Minimalist chequing account for free, the NBC The Connected chequing account for $10.95 a month, and the NBC The Total chequing account for $23.95.
CIBC: CIBC offers the benefits of the CIBC Smart for Seniors program, starting at age 65. There’s a $6.95 monthly fee reduction on selected chequing accounts, bank drafts and money orders at no charge, as well as a $5 reduction on the annual rental fee for a safety deposit box.
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 years of age or older, you may be eligible for discounts ranging from $4 to $7.50 on the RBC Day to Day Banking Plan, RBC Advantage Banking Plan, RBC Signature No Limit Banking Plan and RBC VIP Banking Plan.
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 supplements and natural cosmetics on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. This offer excludes hair and body care.
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 Wednesdays, 10% off the regular price is offered to people aged 60+.
Nature Pet Centres: 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+.
The Salvation Army: 10% discount for people aged 60+, every day.
The Bay: Every Tuesday is Seniors’ Day at The Bay! Get an additional 15% off regular, sale and clearance-priced merchandise for people 55+.
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.
Michaels: Customers aged 55+ enjoy 10% off regular-price and sale purchases, every day.
Pépinière Locas: Every Thursday in March and April only, people aged 55+ get 10% off 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, customers aged 60+ receive 15% off eligible purchases in Saint-Lambert, Laval and Quebec stores.
RONA and RONA+: The first Tuesday of the month, get 10% off all regular-priced products only if you’re 55+.
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 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 you 10% off the regular price on certain eligible products, 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 gives a 20% discount to PC Optimum members aged 65+, and their accompanying family members. In addition, on certain occasions throughout the year, there’s a special day for these people, with a $10 bonus gift card given with the purchase of $50 or more, still 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 of 60+ on most Amtrak trains and those operated in conjunction 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 : Up to 20% discount for people 55+ at participating Fairmont hotels.
Hilton : For people aged 65+, Hilton hotels offer up to 7% discount.
IHG hotels (Intercontinental, HolidayInn, Crowne Plaza, etc.): Discounts vary by hotel, for guests 62+.
Jaro Hotels: 20% discount on a hotel room for stays on Sunday or Monday evenings, for people aged 60+.
Marriott Bonvoy hotels: Seniors aged 62+ benefit from a discount of up to 15% when staying at Marriott Bonvoy hotels. In the booking search tool, select “Senior discount”.
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.
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!
Nature Pet Centre: Every last day of the month, people aged 65+ receive 20% off regular-priced items.
The Bay: Every Tuesday is Seniors’ Day at The Bay! Get an additional 15% off regular, sale and clearance-priced merchandise.
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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