Travel in comfort, earn bonus points, and make the most of your status with Aeroplan Elite Status Milestone Benefits. These benefits enhance your experience as you progress through the Aeroplan Elite Status levels.
In this guide, we break down how Milestone Benefits work, highlight their advantages, and most importantly, show how they truly transform the Aeroplan Elite member’s travel experience from booking to arrival.
What is an Air Canada Aeroplan Elite Milestone Benefit?
Aeroplan Elite Status Milestone Benefits are additional rewards offered to members who reach specific Status Qualifying Credit (SQC) thresholds in 2026.
Unlike the Core Benefits of Aeroplan Elite Status, which provide ongoing perks based on your tier (25K, 35K, 50K, etc.), Milestone Benefits let you choose personalized rewards as you reach new activity thresholds.
Milestone Benefits will replace the familiar « selected benefits« , and this revamp will change how members manage their rewards.
How to Earn an Aeroplan Milestone Benefit?
Aeroplan Milestone Benefits are unlocked when you reach a certain number of Status Qualifying Credits (SQC), whether earned through eligible flights with Air Canada and Star Alliance partners or through other qualifying activities. In fact, there are several ways to earn SQC, each with its own earning rates:
Certain Milestones (for example, 50,000 SQC, 75,000 SQC, or 100,000 SQC) allow you to choose a benefit from a list of exclusive options, while other milestones offer eUpgrade credits.
As an Elite member, you can reach your first milestones faster than you might think. The program starts at 10,000 SQC, meaning a single transatlantic trip in Premium Economy, worth approximately $2,500, is enough to achieve it, a great start to re-qualifying for 25K status.
If you start 2026 without status, you will begin unlocking Milestone Benefits only after achieving Aeroplan 25K Status.
Some Limitations and Important Considerations
Before planning your selections, it’s important to be aware of the rules and restrictions associated with Aeroplan Milestone Benefits:
You must already be an Aeroplan Elite Status member to access Milestone Benefits; these milestones do not count towards qualifying for status.
Some benefits are selectable: you must choose your preferred option (points, eUpgrade credits, etc.) in your Aeroplan account and follow the order for each milestone.
The accumulation of SQC with certain partners (travel, hotels, etc.) is capped.
Certain benefits may have usage restrictions: limited validity period, point redemption conditions, or restricted eligible flights depending on your status at that time.
These nuances help avoid unpleasant surprises and allow you to better plan your strategy for accumulating and selecting benefits.
What are the Different Aeroplan Milestone Benefits?
Here is the complete list of available Milestone Benefits, along with an explanation of their actual value and usefulness depending on your profile.
eUpgrades Credits
The eUpgrade credits allow you to obtain an upgrade to Premium Economy or Business Class on flights operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Express, or Air Canada Rouge, including flights paid with points. They are valid for 12 months (or 24 months for Aeroplan premium credit card holders) from the moment you select them.
The Priority Reward offers a 50% discount on the Aeroplan points required for an eligible reward ticket, valid for 12 months. Eligible geographic zones and service classes depend on your Aeroplan Elite status at the time the benefit is chosen.
Ideal for frequent travellers who want to save points or offset the cost of Air Canada’s dynamic pricing.
Maple Leaf Lounge Pass
Each lounge pass grants access to a Maple Leaf Lounge for one guest and one visit, with a confirmed same-day departing ticket on an Air Canada flight. Valid for 12 months from their issuance.
Ideal for those who wish to travel in peace and comfort before their flight without having status or credit cards granting access.
Aeroplan Points
You can choose a direct bonus of 5,000 to 20,000 Aeroplan points to use however you like.
Ideal for members who prioritize flexibility or may be looking for greater value.
Points Discount – Car Rentals and Hotels
This benefit provides a promo code for 30% off the points price of a car rental or hotel booking made through the Aeroplan platform. Valid until December 31 of the year following the achievement of the milestone.
A promotional code grants a 30% points discount on gift card purchases and products from the Aeroplan eStore. Valid until December 31 of the year following the achievement of the milestone.
Ideal for members who do not have short-term travel plans.
Bonus SQC
Additional Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) are added to your account to help you reach the next status level faster. Bonus SQC are valid for the current year and can be selected until December 31.
Two passes that allow you to share select Aeroplan Elite Status benefits, such as priority boarding, free checked bags, lounge access, and more, with a friend or family member and up to eight travel companions on the same reservation. Valid for 12 months from their issuance.
Ideal for sharing your benefits with loved ones.
Air Canada Gift Card
A card valued at $150 to $250, redeemable on any Air Canada flight.
Ideal for those who prefer a simple and immediate reward.
Aeroplan Elite Status for a Friend
Option to offer Aeroplan 25K, 35K, 50K, or 75K status to the person of your choice. Status is valid immediately until December 31 of the following year.
Ideal for couples, friends, or colleagues.
Banked Super Elite Status
This unique benefit allows you to save one year of Super Elite Status for later, in case of reduced activity. Should your status fall below the Super Elite threshold, an automatic one-year extension would apply.
Ideal for business travellers or frequent flyers during a transition period.
Air Canada’s Aeroplan Milestone Benefit Choices and Tiers
Each Milestone grants access to one or more benefits. To explore the different milestones and benefits offered, consult the Aeroplan Milestone Benefits page.
Beyond the 240,000 SQC milestone, benefits continue to accumulate. For each additional increment of 20,000 SQC, up to a maximum of 1 million SQC, members automatically receive 20 eUpgrade credits and retain the option to choose an additional benefit.
The options available at these levels remain the same as those offered at the 220,000 SQC milestone, allowing you to continue accumulating benefits with each milestone reached.
What are the Best Aeroplan Elite Milestone Benefits to Choose?
Every choice counts. Benefits are no longer offered recurrently at each tier: some appear only once, at a specific point in your journey. It therefore becomes essential to plan your strategy according to your travel priorities.
For example, passes for Maple Leaf Lounges are only offered at the 20,000 and 40,000 SQC milestones. Not selecting them at that time means it will no longer be possible to obtain them later. An important detail to consider if you were used to offering them to your loved ones.
Those looking to maximize their eUpgrade credits or Priority Rewards will have to make certain trade-offs, such as foregoing status passes or lounge passes.
Finally, members seeking a final boost to achieve status can also choose to obtain bonus SQC: up to 10,000 towards Super Elite status, 5,000 towards 75K, or 2,500 towards 50K. This choice, however, comes at the expense of other more tangible benefits, such as the valuable Priority Rewards.
From 130,000 SQC, once Super Elite status is obtained, the options become more generous. The bonus SQC offered at these levels allow you to get a head start for the following year, especially if you hold a premium Aeroplan credit card. The number of eUpgrade credits increases significantly: from this stage, you earn 20 credits for every 20,000 SQC, and then for every 10,000 SQC starting at 190,000.
In fact, having a premium Aeroplan credit card is a major strategic advantage. These cards not only let you earn more points and Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) faster, but also allow you to start the following year with a credit equal to 10% of the SQC earned during the year, a benefit that will begin in 2027. By combining milestone benefits with the perks of your credit card, you maximize every dollar spent and accelerate your progress toward higher status levels while continuously earning points.
$2,000ⓘMilesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$2,000Total$2,000Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Milesopedia first-year estimateⓘFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$2,000Total$2,000Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Limited Time Offer! Apply by December 1, 2019 to earn up to 60,000 Aeroplan Miles (equivalent to 2 business class short-haul roundtrip flight rewards)¹ as follows:
Welcome Bonus of 25,000 Aeroplan Miles when you make your first Purchase with your card¹.
+ Earn 2x miles on your purchases4,5 made using your Card for a total of up to 30,000 Aeroplan Miles, for first 3 months¹.
+ Earn 5,000 Aeroplan Miles when you add an Authorized User to your Account by December 1, 2019. Annual Fees for Authorized Users continue to apply¹.
Earn Aeroplan Miles with every purchase made on your Card and arrive at your dream destination sooner
Enjoy Air Canada®³ and Visa Infinite Privilege benefits4
Priority Check-in on Air Canada®³ flights
Priority Boarding on Air Canada®³ flights
First checked bag free on Air Canada®³ flights
Four annual One-Time Guest Passes to the Maple Leaf Lounge (when travelling on flight rewards)
50% discount on companion tickets for eligible Executive Class or Executive First fare (booking classes J & C) on tickets entirely operated by Air Canada®³ & Air Canada Express
Global Airport Lounge Access4
Visa Infinite Privilege* Airport Benefits4 at Vancouver, Ottawa and Montreal-Trudeau International airports
An extensive suite of travel insurance
Earn 1.5 miles5for every $1 spent on eligible grocery, gas, drugstore and Air Canada Purchases (excluding Air Canada Vacation packages) made with the Card (capped annually on the first $100,000 across these categories)
Earn 1.25 miles6 for every $1 spent on all other purchases made with the Card
Earn miles twice7 when you pay with your Card and present your Aeroplan Membership Number at participating partner brands and online retailers via the Aeroplan eStore
Your Aeroplan Miles don’t expire as long as you’re a TD Aeroplan Credit Cardholder
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Fees / Rates / Eligibility
Type
Details
Personal annual income
-
Household annual income
$200,000
Purchase APR
19.99%
Cash Advance APR
22.99%
Interest Grace Period
21 days on all new purchases
Balance Transfer Rate
22.99%
Foreign Transaction Rate
Annual Fee
$399
Authorized User Cards
$99
Balance Transfer Fee
Promotional Balance Transfer/ Cheque Fee: 3% of the amount of each Balance Transfer or TD Visa Cheque that we may offer to you at a promotional interest rate which is an interest rate that is lower than the regular annual interest rate that applies to Cash Advances on your Account. The Bank may waive or lower this 3% fee at the time the promotional interest rate offer is made to you. You will be advised of the exact fee that applies at the time the offer is made.
Cash Advance Fee
1% of the amount of the transaction (minimum fee of $3.50 up to a maximum fee of $10.00) (in Canada) or $5.00 (outside Canada), plus $3.00 at a PLUS* network ATM. (Fee does not apply to a Balance Transfer or TD Visa Cheque)
Foreign Currency Conversion Fee
2.50%
Over Credit Limit Fee
N/A
Disclaimer
Annual interest rates, fees and features are current as of June 19, 2017 unless otherwise indicated and subject to change.The Aeroplan Program is a coalition loyalty marketing program owned and operated by Aeroplan Inc. Visit aeroplan.com for complete terms and conditions of the Aeroplan Program. The Toronto-Dominion Bank and its affiliates are not responsible for the Aeroplan Program.1 Must apply by December 1, 2019. Welcome Bonus of 25,000 Aeroplan Miles will be awarded to the Aeroplan Member account associated with the TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege* Card Account (“Account”) only after the first Purchase is made on the Account. Welcome Earn Bonus of 2x in Aeroplan Miles ("Welcome Earn Bonus") applies to new Account in the first 3 months of Account opening ("First 3 Months") to a maximum total collective miles of 30,000 ("Welcome Earn Bonus Cap") on all purchases charged to your ("Account"). During the Welcome Earn Bonus promotional period, 3 Aeroplan Miles are earned for each $1.00 in Purchases of eligible gas, groceries, drugstore, and aircanada.com products and services (excluding Air Canada Vacations packages, car rentals, hotel bookings, and other third party partner products and services that can be purchased through aircanada.com) charged to your Account and 2.5 Aeroplan Miles are earned for each $1.00 for all other Purchases charged to your Account. Any returned items, refunds, rebates or other similar credits on any Purchases made during the First 3 Months will reduce or cancel the Aeroplan Miles earned at the Welcome Earn Bonus on the original Purchase, as applicable. Welcome Earn Bonus Cap: Once the Welcome Earn Bonus Cap is reached, any further Purchases made in the First 3 Months will earn Aeroplan Miles at the regular 1.5 Bonus Aeroplan Miles that applies to each $1.00 in Purchases of eligible gas, groceries, drugstore, and aircanada.com products and services (excluding Air Canada Vacations packages, car rentals, hotel bookings, and other third party partner products and services that can be purchased through aircanada.com) and 1.25 Aeroplan Mile to each $1.00 to all other eligible Purchases. To receive the additional 5,000 Aeroplan Miles for adding an Authorized User to your Account ("Authorized User Bonus"), you must: (a) apply for an Account and add an Authorized User between September 4, 2019, and December 1, 2019; and (b) Authorized User must call and activate their Card by January 31, 2020. You can have a maximum of three (3) Authorized Users on your Account but you will only receive 1 (one) 5,000 Authorized User Bonus Aeroplan Miles offer. Annual Fee for each Authorized User Card added to the Account will apply. The Primary Cardholder is responsible for all charges to the Account, including those made by any Authorized User. Other conditions apply. Offers may be changed, withdrawn or extended at any time and cannot be combined with any other offer unless otherwise specified. Welcome Bonus and 2x miles earned through Welcome Earn Bonus are not eligible for Aeroplan status. Your Account must be in good standing at the time bonus miles are awarded. Please allow 8 weeks after the conditions for each offer are fulfilled for the miles to be credited to your Aeroplan Member account.The number of Aeroplan Miles required for the destination is accurate as of September 4, 2019 and is subject to change at any time by Aeroplan Inc. According to Aeroplan's current reward chart, destinations reflect two short-haul Fixed Mileage Flight Reward® in Business Class departing from within Canada or the continental US (plus applicable fees and taxes). Fixed Mileage Flight Reward availability is capacity controlled and is subject to availability at time of booking as well as seasonality of demand. Aeroplan Flight Rewards are subject to taxes, landing and departure fees, and other charges and surcharges may apply. Aeroplan Partners, rules and regulations are subject to change without notice. For full details on Aeroplan's current reward chart, please visit aeroplan.com.2 Primary Cardholder remains liable for all charges to the Account, including those made by an Authorized User.3 All Air Canada benefits are fulfilled in whole or in part by Air Canada or its designated affiliates or other third parties, and are subject to change at any time. The Toronto-Dominion Bank and its affiliates are not responsible for fulfilling these benefits. For more details about these benefits, please contact Air Canada directly. Air Canada Benefit Eligibility – Priority Travel Services : With the TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card, Air Canada benefits (the complimentary first checked bag, priority check in and priority boarding) apply whenever the Primary Cardholder travels on a flight operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge or under the Air Canada Express banner. Flights operated by other airlines are not eligible. To access priority check-in and priority boarding, the Primary Cardholder must include their Aeroplan Number on their reservation at time of booking, or redeem their Aeroplan flight reward (defined as Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards® or Market Fare Flight Rewards®) using miles from their Aeroplan account. To access these benefits, the Primary Cardholder must also ensure that the name on the Air Canada flight booking is identical to the name on the Aeroplan account profile of the traveler. Where zonal boarding is available, the priority boarding status will be recognized by a Zone 2 descriptor for the Primary Cardholder and companions travelling on the same reservation checking-in at the same time, which will be displayed on the Air Canada issued boarding pass. Priority check-in may also be extended to companions travelling on the same reservation checking-in at the same time as the Primary Cardholder. To access priority check-in and priority boarding, the Primary Cardholder may be required to show their TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege* Card to the Air Canada agent. Please allow two (2) weeks from receiving your Card for these Air Canada benefits to be activated. The complimentary first checked bag , up to 23kg (50lb), applies whenever the Primary Cardholder travels on a flight operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge or under the Air Canada Express banner. Flights operated by other airlines are not eligible. To access this benefit, the Primary Cardholder must include their Aeroplan Number on their reservation at time of booking, or redeem their Aeroplan flight reward (defined as Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards or Market Fare Flight Rewards) using miles from their Aeroplan account. To access this benefit, the Primary Cardholder must also ensure that the name on the Air Canada flight booking is identical to the name on the Aeroplan account profile of the traveler. The complimentary first checked bag applies solely to the Primary Cardholder, and service charges for additional/oversized/overweight baggage may apply. Applicable on flights that do not already offer a complimentary first checked bag. To access this benefit, the Primary Cardholder may be required to show their TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege * Card to the Air Canada agent. Please allow two (2) weeks from receiving your Card for these Air Canada benefits to be activated.The complimentary first checked bag, up to 23kg (50lb), applies whenever the Primary Cardholder travels on a flight operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge or under the Air Canada Express banner. Flights operated by other airlines are not eligible. To access this benefit, the Primary Cardholder must include their Aeroplan Number on their reservation at time of booking, or redeem their Aeroplan flight reward (defined as Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards or Market Fare Flight Rewards) using miles from their Aeroplan account. To access this benefit, the Primary Cardholder must also ensure that the name on the Air Canada flight booking is identical to the name on the Aeroplan account profile of the traveler. The complimentary first checked bag applies solely to the Primary Cardholder, and service charges for additional/oversized/overweight baggage may apply. Applicable on flights that do not already offer a complimentary first checked bag. To access this benefit, the Primary Cardholder may be required to show their TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card to the Air Canada agent. Please allow two (2) weeks from receiving your Card for these Air Canada benefits to be activated.Air Canada Benefit Eligibility – Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge One-Time Guest Access Benefit : With the TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card, the Primary Cardholder will receive four Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge™ One-Time Guest Access Benefits once every calendar year (January 1 - December 31). The Primary Cardholder may access an Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge™, where available, upon presentation of an active TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card with a valid, same-day boarding pass for travel using an Aeroplan Flight Reward, only, on flights operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge or under the Air Canada Express banner. To access this benefit, the Primary Cardholder must redeem their Aeroplan Flight Reward (defined as Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards® or Market Fare Flight Rewards®) with miles from their Aeroplan account. Each Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge One-Time Guest Access Benefit applies for a single entry during the calendar year for which it was provided by the Primary Cardholder only and cannot be carried forward to the next calendar year. As of November 2, 2015, Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge One-Time Guest Access Benefits associated with the TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card may be used by a traveling companion, pending space availability, provided that the companion is booked on the same reservation as the eligible Primary Cardholder. Only applicable if the companion ticket is also redeemed using miles from the eligible Primary Cardholder’s Aeroplan account. Companion must be accompanied by the eligible Primary Cardholder who is using a One-Time Guest Access Benefit to access the same Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge. The One-Time Guest Access Benefit may be extended to more than one companion at any given time, pending space availability, provided that the conditions above are met and that this does not exceed the maximum annual allotment of One-Time Guest Access Benefits. Additional conditions may apply and are outlined on aircanada.com/tdbenefits. Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge access is subject to availability and all other terms and conditions located here that are subject to change at Air Canada’s sole discretion from time to time. Please allow two (2) weeks from receiving your Card for these Air Canada benefits to be in effect.Air Canada® Benefit Eligibility – 50% Discount on Companion Ticket : Upon the purchase from Air Canada of two (2) eligible Business Class (Flexible) fares for the Primary Cardholder and a companion (booking classes J, C, and D only) on tickets entirely operated by Air Canada or under the Air Canada Express banner, the Primary Cardholder will be eligible for a 50% discount on the companion ticket. Flights operated by other airlines, including Air Canada-marketed codeshare flights are not eligible. The 50% discount only applies on the published fare, and will not apply to any additional taxes, fees, charges or surcharges. This offer is available once every calendar year (January 1 – December 31) to each Primary Cardholder. The Primary Cardholder can only access the 50% discount each year when booking online at aircanada.com using that year’s promotional code. All travel must be completed by December 31 of the following year. Offer also applies to select Premium rouge bookings, where booking classes J, C, or D are available, on flights operated by Air Canada rouge to select destinations in Canada, the United States, or the Caribbean. Should you require assistance completing your 50% discount during your online booking, please contact Air Canada at 1-888-247-2262. Offer is non-transferable, and the companion Business Class ticket must be booked on the same reservation as the eligible Business Class (Flexible) booking by the Primary Cardholder. Please note that promotional codes apply to undiscounted published fares. Some of our previously discounted fares, while not eligible for the promotion, may be lower than the final price of the undiscounted fare to which the promotion applies.4 You must be an eligible Visa Infinite Privilege cardholder with a valid Visa Infinite Privilege Card to take advantage of the Visa Infinite Privilege benefits and services. Certain benefits and services require enrolment. Offers and benefits are non-transferable and discounts cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Neither Visa nor the Issuer of the card is responsible for any claims or damages arising from use of any benefits or services provided by a third party. Visa reserves the right to modify or cancel offers or benefits at any time and without notice. All offers, benefits and services made available through Visa are subject to complete terms and conditions, including third party suppliers’ terms and conditions (available at www.visainfinite.ca/privilege/terms.jsp). The Visa Infinite Privilege privacy policy (available at www.visainfinite.ca/privilege/privacy.jsp) applies to all benefits and services that require enrolment through, or are otherwise provided by, the Visa Infinite Privilege Concierge or the Visa Infinite Privilege website. The collection, use and disclosure of cardholders’ personal information by third party suppliers of services and benefits to Visa Infinite Privilege cardholders are subject to such third parties’ own privacy policies.5 1.5 Bonus Aeroplan Miles (“Bonus Rate”) are earned on each $1.00 in Purchases of gas, groceries or drugstore products/services charged to your TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card Account (“Account”). This Bonus Rate is also earned on each $1.00 in Purchases from Air Canada charged to your Account for products and services completed online at aircanada.com, in-person at an Air Canada customer service counter at the airport or aboard an Air Canada flight. Excluded from the Bonus Rate are Air Canada Vacations packages, car rentals, hotel bookings, and other third party partner products and services that can be purchased through aircanada.com. Any returned items, refunds, rebates or other similar credits will reduce or cancel the Aeroplan Miles earned on the original Purchase. To earn this Bonus Rate, Purchases of gas, groceries, drugstore products/services and Air Canada Purchases must be made at merchants classified through the Visa* network with a Merchant Category Code (“MCC”) that identifies them in the “gas”, “grocery”, “drugstore” or “Air Canada” category. Some merchants may sell gas, groceries or drugstore products/services or Air Canada products/services, or have separate merchants located on their premises that also sell gas, groceries or drugstore products/services or Air Canada products/services, but may not be classified with a gas, grocery, drugstore or Air Canada MCC and such Purchases will not earn this Bonus Rate. If you have questions about the MCC that applies to a Purchase, contact TD at 1-800-983-8472. Bonus Rate is only available on the first $100,000 in net annual Purchases of gas, groceries, drugstore products/services and Air Canada Purchases made from January 1 to December 31 each year on your Account. Once the maximum net annual amount has been reached, Purchases of gas, groceries, drugstore products/services or Air Canada Purchases on the Account will not earn the Bonus Rate but will only earn Aeroplan Miles at the standard rate that applies to all other Purchases on the Account. This Bonus Rate offer is in place of, and not in addition to, the standard rate earned on all other Purchases made on your Account. Offer may be changed, withdrawn or extended at any time and cannot be combined with any other offer.6 1.25 Aeroplan Miles are earned on each $1.00 in Purchases charged to your TD Aeroplan Credit Card Account (“Account”). Credit for returned items, refunds, rebates or other similar credits will reduce or cancel the Aeroplan Miles earned by the amount originally charged to your Account. Fees, Cash Advances (including Balance Transfers, Cash-Like Transactions and TD Visa Cheques), interest charges, optional services, refunds, rebates or other similar credits do not earn Aeroplan Miles. Please see the Aeroplan Terms for Your TD Credit Card section of the Cardholder Agreement for complete details on Aeroplan Miles earned on Purchases (a copy of your Cardholder Agreement is available at http://www.tdcanadatrust.com/tdvisa/agreements ).7 The Toronto-Dominion Bank is not responsible for any Aeroplan Miles under this “earn miles twice” feature of the Aeroplan Program when the Aeroplan Membership Card is presented. See your Aeroplan Program for full details. Feature may be changed, withdrawn or extended at any time and cannot be combined with any other offer.For full details on hotel accommodation and car rental booked with Aeroplan Travel Services, please visit aeroplan.com.All trade-marks are the property of their respective owners.* Trademark of Visa Int., used under license.TM Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is a trademark of Air Canada, used under license.® Air Canada, Air Canada Express, Air Canada Rouge and the Air Canada Maple Leaf logo are registered trademarks of Air Canada, used under license.® Air Canada is a registered trademark of Air Canada, used under license.® Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards and Market Fare Flight Rewards are registered trademarks of Aimia Canada Inc.Aeroplan® and the Aeroplan logo are registered trademarks of Aeroplan Inc.The TD logo and other trade-marks are the property of The Toronto-Dominion Bank.
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With the TD® Aeroplan® Visa* Infinite Privilege* Card, you can earn up to 100,000 Aeroplan points† with a tiered welcome offer.
This card also offers premium travel benefits, including:
A partial rebate on NEXUS program application fees (up to $100 CAD per eligible cardholder) every 48 months†
Unlimited access to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges†, with complimentary access for one guest
6 complimentary visits per year to select international airport lounges through the Visa Airport Companion Program† presented by DragonPass International Ltd.
First checked bag free for you and up to 8 travel companions on the same reservation when travel begins with an Air Canada flight†
With the TD® Aeroplan® Visa* Infinite Privilege* Card, you earn:
Earn 2 points† for every $1 spent on eligible purchases made direct through Air Canada® purchases (including Air Canada Vacations®)
1.5 points† per dollar on eligible purchases of gas, electric vehicle charging, groceries, travel, public transit and dining
1.25 points† per dollar on all other eligible purchases
Annual fee
Primary card$599
Additional card$199
Annual income required
Individual$150,000
Household$200,000
Conversion fees
2.5%
Earning rate
2xAir Canada flights
1.5xRestaurants
1.5xGroceries
1.5xTravel
1.5xTransit
1.5xGas & EV
1.25xAll spending
Value
1st Year Value$2,334
2nd Year Value$461
Card benefits
Concierge service24/7
Airport lounge access$400
Travel insurance
Travel medical (under 55)Up to $5,000,000 / 31 days
$1,139ⓘMilesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,000Annual fee rebated$139Total$1,139Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Milesopedia first-year estimateⓘFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,000Annual fee rebated$139Total$1,139Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
With this offer for the TD® Aeroplan® Visa Infinite* Card, you can get up to 50,000 Aeroplan points† as well as an Annual Fee rebate for the first year†.
Earn a welcome bonus of 10,000 Aeroplan points when you make your first Purchase with your new Card†
Earn 15,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $3,000 within 90 days of Account opening†.
Plus, earn a one-time anniversary bonus of 25,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $12,000 within 12 months of Account opening†
This card also allows you to enjoy travel benefits, such as a free first checked bag for you and up to 8 travel companions on the same reservation†, as well as a rebate on the NEXUS program application fee (up to $100 CAD per eligible cardholder) every 48 months†.
With the TD® Aeroplan® Visa Infinite* Card, you earn 1.5 points† per $1 spent on:
Grocery purchases
Gas and electric vehicle charging purchases
Purchases made directly with Air Canada® (including Air Canada Vacations®)
You also earn 1 point† per dollar on all other eligible purchases made with your card.
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Annual fee
Primary card$139
Additional card$75
Annual income required
Individual$60,000
Household$100,000
Conversion fees
2.5%
Earning rate
1.5xGas & EV
1.5xGroceries
1.5xAir Canada flights
1xAll spending
Value
1st Year Value$1,714
2nd Year Value$425
Card benefits
Concierge service24/7
Travel insurance
Travel medical (under 55)Up to $2,000,000 / 21 days
$1,800ⓘMilesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,800Total$1,800Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Milesopedia first-year estimateⓘFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,800Total$1,800Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Apply with confidence — no impact on your credit scoreⓘApply with confidenceCheck whether your application will be approved before you submit it, with no impact on your credit score*When you apply for a personal American Express Credit Card, we will tell you whether you are eligible without affecting your credit score. So you can apply with confidence.*Instant decisions are only available for consumer Card applications (also called “personal Cards”).
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For a limited time, you can get, as a welcome bonus:
Up to 100,000 Aeroplan Points (an estimated $1,700 value)
10 Aeroplan points for every $1 in card purchases on eligible Gas, Eats & Drinks for the first six months of Cardmembership
With this Card you can earn:
3 points per dollar on purchases made with Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations
2 points per dollar on hotel and car rental purchases
1 point per dollar on all other purchases.
Also, as a Cardmember, you get many benefits such as:
Unlimited access to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges in North America
The first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions
An Annual Worldwide Companion Pass
Exclusive benefits with Air Canada (Priority check-in, Priority Boarding and Priority Standby List)
The ability to earn 1,000 Status Qualifying Miles and 1 Statuts Qualifying Segment for every $5,000 in purchases charged to your Card.
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With this welcome offer for the American Express Aeroplan Business Reserve Card, you can earn up to 90,000 Aeroplan points:
Earn 65,000 Aeroplan points after making $10,500 in purchases in the first three months.
Earn an additional 25,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $3,500 in the 13th month.
With this Card, you earn 3X the points on purchases made directly with Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations. And 2X the points on hotels and car rentals. Everywhere else, you will earn 1.25X the points.
With this Card, you benefit from many Air Canada travel benefits such as access to Maple Leaf lounges in North America for you and one guest, priority check-in, priority boarding and priority baggage handling.
Enjoy your first checked bag free (up to 23kg/50lb) for up to 9 people travelling on the same reservation on Air Canada®* flights.
Like all American Express Canada Cards, there is no minimum income requirement.
Annual fee
Primary card$599
Additional card$199
Annual income required
Individual$0
Household$0
Conversion fees
2.5%
Earning rate
3xAir Canada flights
2xTravel
1.25xAll spending
Value
1st Year Value$2,056
2nd Year Value$426
Card benefits
Concierge service24/7
Airport lounge access$400
Travel insurance
Travel medical (under 55)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Travel medical (55-64)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Trip CancellationUp to $1,500
Trip InterruptionUp to $1,500
Delayed BaggageUp to $1,000
Lost BaggageUp to $1,000
Flight DelayUp to $1,000
Hotel BurglaryUp to $1,000
Travel AccidentUp to $500,000
Purchase protection
Purchase ProtectionIncluded
Extended Warranty+1 years
Auto Rental Collision (primary)Up to $85,000 / 48 days
$1,700ⓘMilesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,700Total$1,700Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Milesopedia first-year estimateⓘFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,700Total$1,700Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class="checkmarks"]This metal credit card is the Best Premium Aeroplan Credit Card in Canada.
For a limited time, you can earn up to 150,000 Aeroplan points as a welcome bonus (an estimated $2,550 value).
With this Card you can earn:
3 points per dollar on purchases made with Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations
2 points per dollar for dining and food delivery purchases
1.25 points per dollar on all other purchases.
Also, as a Cardmember, you get many benefits such as:
Unlimited access to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges in North America
The first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions
An Annual Worldwide Companion Pass
Exclusive benefits with Air Canada (Priority check-in, Priority Boarding and Priority Standby List)
The ability to earn 1,000 Status Qualifying Miles and 1 Statuts Qualifying Segment for every $5,000 in purchases charged to your Card.
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With this welcome offer for American Express® Aeroplan®* Reserve Card, you can earn up to 85,000 Aeroplan points. Here’s how:
Earn 60,000 points after you spend $7,500 on your Card in your first 3 months of Cardmembership
Plus, earn an additional 25,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $2,500 in the 13th month
With this Amex Aeroplan Card, you earn 3X the points on purchases made directly with Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations. And 2x the points on Dining and Food Delivery purchases in Canada. Everywhere else, you will earn 1.25X the points.
With this Amex Aeroplan Premium Card, you receive many Air Canada travel benefits, such as access to Maple Leaf Lounges in North America for you and one guest, priority check-in, priority boarding and priority baggage handling. It’s the best Amex Aeroplan Card for frequent Air Canada flyers.
With this American Express Aeroplan Card, enjoy your first checked bag free (up to 23kg/50lb) for up to 9 people travelling on the same reservation on Air Canada®* flights.
Like all American Express Canada Cards, there is no minimum income requirement.
Annual fee
Primary card$599
Additional card$199
Annual income required
Individual$0
Household$0
Conversion fees
2.5%
Earning rate
3xAir Canada flights
2xRestaurants
1.25xAll spending
Value
1st Year Value$1,938
2nd Year Value$430
Card benefits
Concierge service24/7
Airport lounge access$400
Travel insurance
Travel medical (under 55)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Travel medical (55-64)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Trip CancellationUp to $1,500
Trip InterruptionUp to $1,500
Delayed BaggageUp to $1,000
Lost BaggageUp to $1,000
Flight DelayUp to $1,000
Hotel BurglaryUp to $1,000
Travel AccidentUp to $500,000
Purchase protection
Purchase ProtectionIncluded
Extended Warranty+1 years
Auto Rental Collision (primary)Up to $85,000 / 48 days
$900ⓘMilesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$900Total$900Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Milesopedia first-year estimateⓘFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$900Total$900Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class="checkmarks"]This Credit Card is one of the Best Aeroplan Credit Cards in Canada.
For a limited time, you can earn up to 75,000 Aeroplan Points as a Welcome Bonus (an estimated $1,275 value)
With this Card you can earn:
2 points per dollar on Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations purchases
1.5 points per dollar on dining and food delivery purchases
1 point per dollar on all other purchases.
Also, as a Cardmember, you get many benefits such as:
The first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions
The ability to earn 1,000 Status Qualifying Miles and 1 Statuts Qualifying Segment for every $10,000 in purchases charged to your Card.
Finally, you are covered with reliable insurance for your travels and purchases.
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With this welcome offer for the American Express® Aeroplan®* Card, you can earn up to 45,000 Aeroplan points. Here’s how:
Earn 35,000 Aeroplan points after charging $7,500 to your Card within the first 6 months.
Plus, earn an additional 10,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $1,000 in the 13th month.
With this Card, you earn 2x the points on purchases with Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations.
And 1.5x the points for dining and food delivery services in Canada. Anywhere else, you will earn 1X the points.
Enjoy your first checked bag free (up to 23kg/50lb) for up to 9 people travelling on the same reservation on Air Canada®* flights.
Like all American Express Canada Cards, there is no minimum income requirement.
Annual fee
Primary card$120
Additional card$50
Annual income required
Individual$0
Household$0
Conversion fees
2.5%
Earning rate
2xAir Canada flights
1.5xRestaurants
1xAll spending
Value
1st Year Value$1,428
2nd Year Value$379
Travel insurance
Delayed BaggageUp to $500
Lost BaggageUp to $500
Flight DelayUp to $500
Hotel BurglaryUp to $500
Travel AccidentUp to $500,000
Purchase protection
Purchase ProtectionIncluded
Extended Warranty+1 years
Auto Rental Collision (primary)Up to $85,000 / 48 days
How Milestone Benefits Improve Your Air Canada Experience from A to Z
The Aeroplan Milestone Benefits are not limited to symbolic rewards: they truly transform the way you travel, regardless of your profile. Whether you’re an occasional traveller, a family looking to maximize everyday spending, or a frequent business traveller, these benefits enhance every stage of your journey. Here are three concrete examples that show how milestone benefits improve your experience from A to Z.
Example 1 – Occasional Traveller: Catherine
Catherine travels a few times a year, mainly for leisure, and is a regular user of the Air Canada and partner network. In 2025, she achieved Aeroplan 25K status with her usual leisure travels. In 2026, she discovers that it’s now easier to progress toward Aeroplan Elite Status thanks to Status Qualifying Credits (SQC).
Earning Points and Milestones
A $2,500 ticket in Premium Economy earns 4 SQC per dollar spent, totaling 10,000 SQC on the first trip, which unlocks the first milestone and 10 eUpgrade credits. By adding a second trip to São Paulo in Business Class for $3,750, she reaches 25,000 SQC and renews her 25K status, crossing the first two milestones. She is eligible to receive them because she already held status from the previous year.
Before the Flight
Catherine uses her eUpgrade credits and her 25K status to upgrade to Business Class on a flight to Cancun, her third trip of the year. Since her itinerary includes a connection at Toronto Pearson Airport, she enjoys priority standby thanks to her 25K status, allowing her to arrive earlier and take advantage of the Maple Leaf Lounge.
At the Airport
She skips the lines with priority check-in and checks her two bags for free. In the Maple Leaf Lounge, she enjoys a latte and fast Wi-Fi before departure, making for a much more relaxed start to her trip.
In Flight
Air Canada sometimes uses a wide-body aircraft to Cancun: Catherine discovers the Signature cabin thanks to her upgrade and enjoys a full meal at no extra charge.
After the Flight
Her travels not only allow her to renew her status once more, but also to accumulate more Aeroplan points. With the Priority Reward earned and selected at 20,000 SQC, her next reward flight to Vancouver costs 50% fewer points, giving her direct savings.
Tangible Value of Aeroplan Milestone Benefits
An upgrade: between $500 and $1,000 depending on the itinerary
Lounge access: approximately $50 per visit
Free baggage: $40 to $50 per direction
Priority Rewards: savings of approximately 12,500 points, or about $250 according to Milesopedia’s valuation
Example 2 – Family: Marc, Sophie, and Their Teenagers
Marc and Sophie just bought a house and plan $200,000 in renovations in 2025 and 2026, split equally. With their $100,000 in expenses in 2025, Marc managed to achieve 25K status through daily status qualifying spending. Few trips planned due to their significant upcoming expenses. They decide to take advantage of this to subscribe to a premium Aeroplan credit card to maximize their returns.
Earning Points and Milestones
By spending $100,000 on their card in 2026, they unlock a welcome bonus of approximately 100,000 Aeroplan points, accumulate approximately 150,000 additional points thanks to the card’s base accumulation rate, and obtain 20,000 SQC (1,000 SQC per $5,000 spent). Without even flying, they once again achieve 25K status in 2026 and the first two milestone benefits.
Before the Flight
Thanks to their points, they finally treat themselves to a vacation this year. They book a family trip to the Canadian West with points without dipping into their savings. With their eUpgrades credits, they upgrade to Premium Economy and enjoy free preferred seats for their children.
At the Airport
Their status offers them priority check-in and free baggage. Their premium card provides access to the Maple Leaf lounge for two people. So that the whole family can enjoy it, they use their second milestone benefit to get two additional passes. This way, the whole family can relax before departure.
In Flight
Priority boarding helps them avoid the stress of overhead compartments being full. The children enjoy their entertainment without hassle, and Marc can relax while enjoying a drink during the flight.
After the Flight
Thanks to his premium card, Marc receives a 10% SQC head start bonus for the following year. And since their home renovation expenses continue, possibly even adding a pool, he is already considering how to maintain his Elite Status while enjoying an upcoming trip paid with points.
Tangible Value of Aeroplan Milestone Benefits
Upgrades for the couple: $200 to $700 per person
Lounge access for four: approximately $200
Free baggage: $160 to $200 for four travellers
Reward flights: saved by earning points
Example 3 – Business Traveller
John is a consultant and has been splitting his time between Toronto and Vancouver for years. He regularly flies to meet his clients and often has to change his bookings according to his meetings. He therefore chooses Economy Flex fares, which are more expensive but offer greater flexibility, allowing him to adapt to unexpected work commitments. John regularly maintains Aeroplan Elite Status, year after year, with this lifestyle.
Earning Points and Milestones
In 2026, over four round trips between Toronto and Vancouver, for a total of approximately $6,250 in Flex fares, John reaches 25,000 SQC. He therefore earns 25K status and reaches the first two milestones. At the first milestone (10,000 SQC), he automatically receives 10 eUpgrades credits. At the second milestone (20,000 SQC), he chooses to obtain 10 additional eUpgrades credits because he prefers to maximize his in-flight comfort for his frequent travels.
Before the Flight
Thanks to his 20 eUpgrades credits, John plans his next trips between Toronto and Vancouver by using them to upgrade to business class. He enjoys priority boarding, access to the Maple Leaf Lounge when available through his ticket or credit card, and most importantly, a quieter environment to work in before takeoff.
At the Airport
His 25K status entitles him to priority check-in and one free checked bag. In case of a last-minute schedule change, he also benefits from priority standby, a practical advantage for business travellers whose agenda often changes.
In Flight
Seated in business class, John has all the necessary space to work comfortably on his laptop. He enjoys a full meal and more attentive service, which allows him to arrive at his destination rested and ready for his meetings. The eUpgrades credits allow him to access this comfort without paying the full ticket price.
After the Flight
His business trips now earn him more Aeroplan points thanks to the multiplier linked to his Elite status. Each flight also allows him to accumulate new SQC, bringing him closer to 35K status and a third milestone. This way, he maximizes the value of his business expenses while making his trips more enjoyable and productive.
Tangible Value of Aeroplan Milestone Benefits
20 upgrade credits used on four round trips: approximately $800 to $1,600 in value
Free baggage: approximately $40 per direction
Additional points earned with 25K status: 2X more points on every flight
Bottom Line
The Aeroplan Milestone Benefits are not just symbolic rewards. They are real value levers that transform the way you travel. Upgrades, lounge access, point discounts, or bonus SQC: when well chosen, these benefits can make the difference between an ordinary flight and a premium experience.
Always take the time to evaluate which benefit best suits your travel style and goals. And don’t forget: your credit card plays a key role in this strategy. Some Aeroplan credit cards make it easier to earn more SQC to reach milestones, unlock exclusive privileges, or even start the year with a head start toward earning status.
Before making your choices, take a look at our selection of the best Aeroplan credit cards on Milesopedia. You’ll find the cards that maximize your Milestone Benefits and points, allowing you to travel more often, more comfortably, and at a lower cost.
$1,700ⓘMilesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,700Total$1,700Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Milesopedia first-year estimateⓘFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,700Total$1,700Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Apply with confidence — no impact on your credit scoreⓘApply with confidenceCheck whether your application will be approved before you submit it, with no impact on your credit score*When you apply for a personal American Express Credit Card, we will tell you whether you are eligible without affecting your credit score. So you can apply with confidence.*Instant decisions are only available for consumer Card applications (also called “personal Cards”).
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class="checkmarks"]This metal credit card is the Best Premium Aeroplan Credit Card in Canada.
For a limited time, you can earn up to 150,000 Aeroplan points as a welcome bonus (an estimated $2,550 value).
With this Card you can earn:
3 points per dollar on purchases made with Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations
2 points per dollar for dining and food delivery purchases
1.25 points per dollar on all other purchases.
Also, as a Cardmember, you get many benefits such as:
Unlimited access to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges in North America
The first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions
An Annual Worldwide Companion Pass
Exclusive benefits with Air Canada (Priority check-in, Priority Boarding and Priority Standby List)
The ability to earn 1,000 Status Qualifying Miles and 1 Statuts Qualifying Segment for every $5,000 in purchases charged to your Card.
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With this welcome offer for American Express® Aeroplan®* Reserve Card, you can earn up to 85,000 Aeroplan points. Here’s how:
Earn 60,000 points after you spend $7,500 on your Card in your first 3 months of Cardmembership
Plus, earn an additional 25,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $2,500 in the 13th month
With this Amex Aeroplan Card, you earn 3X the points on purchases made directly with Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations. And 2x the points on Dining and Food Delivery purchases in Canada. Everywhere else, you will earn 1.25X the points.
With this Amex Aeroplan Premium Card, you receive many Air Canada travel benefits, such as access to Maple Leaf Lounges in North America for you and one guest, priority check-in, priority boarding and priority baggage handling. It’s the best Amex Aeroplan Card for frequent Air Canada flyers.
With this American Express Aeroplan Card, enjoy your first checked bag free (up to 23kg/50lb) for up to 9 people travelling on the same reservation on Air Canada®* flights.
Like all American Express Canada Cards, there is no minimum income requirement.
Annual fee
Primary card$599
Additional card$199
Annual income required
Individual$0
Household$0
Conversion fees
2.5%
Earning rate
3xAir Canada flights
2xRestaurants
1.25xAll spending
Value
1st Year Value$1,938
2nd Year Value$430
Card benefits
Concierge service24/7
Airport lounge access$400
Travel insurance
Travel medical (under 55)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Travel medical (55-64)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Trip CancellationUp to $1,500
Trip InterruptionUp to $1,500
Delayed BaggageUp to $1,000
Lost BaggageUp to $1,000
Flight DelayUp to $1,000
Hotel BurglaryUp to $1,000
Travel AccidentUp to $500,000
Purchase protection
Purchase ProtectionIncluded
Extended Warranty+1 years
Auto Rental Collision (primary)Up to $85,000 / 48 days
What is an Aeroplan Milestone Benefit and how does it work?
Aeroplan Milestone Benefits are additional advantages offered to members who reach specific thresholds of Status Qualifying Credits (SQC). Unlike the main benefits of Aeroplan Elite status, these benefits allow for the selection of personalized rewards each time a new tier is reached, replacing the old « selected benefits. »
How can I accumulate Status Qualifying Credits (SQC)?
You can accumulate SQC through your spending on Air Canada flights and its Star Alliance partners, as well as through other partners, such as hotels and Air Canada Vacations. Using a co-branded Aeroplan credit card can also accelerate your SQC accumulation.
What types of milestone benefits are available in 2026?
Members can choose from several benefits, including eUpgrades credits, Priority Rewards, passes for Maple Leaf lounges, point discounts on hotels and car rentals, and bonus SQC. Each benefit has a tangible value and can adapt to various travel styles.
What strategies should be maximized for Milestone Benefits?
To optimize your Milestone Benefits, it is good to plan your choices according to your travel needs and habits. Some rewards, such as passes for Maple Leaf lounges, are only available at certain tiers, making the timing of their selection important.
How do milestone benefits enhance the travel experience with Air Canada?
Milestone benefits enhance the travel experience at every stage, from booking to arrival. They offer upgrades, discounts, lounge access, and much more, transforming an ordinary trip into a premium experience while maximizing the value of expenses incurred.
$990ⓘMilesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$990Total$990Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Milesopedia first-year estimateⓘFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$990Total$990Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
Apply with confidence — no impact on your credit scoreⓘApply with confidenceCheck whether your application will be approved before you submit it, with no impact on your credit score*When you apply for a personal American Express Credit Card, we will tell you whether you are eligible without affecting your credit score. So you can apply with confidence.*Instant decisions are only available for consumer Card applications (also called “personal Cards”).
The Marriott Bonvoy® American Express®* Card is the best credit card in Canada for free hotel nights.
New Cardmembers can earn up to 110,000 Marriott Bonvoy® points with the current offer:
Earn 80,000 points after you spend $6,000 on your Card in your first 6 months of Cardmembership.
Plus, earn 30,000 points by making a purchase during your 15th month of Cardmembership.
This offer ends on September 22, 2026. The annual fee is $120, and there is no annual fee on Additional Cards, so you can add a partner or a family member at no extra cost.
Every year after your first Card anniversary, you receive an Annual Free Night Award good for a redemption of up to 35,000 points at eligible hotels and resorts worldwide. At a valuation of 0.9 cents per Marriott Bonvoy point, that certificate is worth roughly $315, which on its own more than covers the $120 annual fee. That is the main reason to keep this Card year after year instead of cancelling it.
To get the most out of the certificate, aim it at a night that would otherwise price close to the 35,000 point ceiling.
The Card also gives you 15 Elite Night Credits each calendar year and automatic Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite status. Those credits count toward the next Elite tier, so you begin every year 15 nights ahead of where you would otherwise start.
You move up to Gold Elite status automatically when you reach $30,000 in purchases on the Card in a year, or when you combine 10 qualifying paid nights within one calendar year with the 15 Elite Night Credits from your Card.
Marriott Bonvoy points are generally valued at 0.9 cents each. On that basis, the 110,000 point welcome offer is worth about $990, and an Annual Free Night Award used at its full 35,000 point ceiling is worth about $315.
Marriott Bonvoy points pull their weight on free nights rather than on gift cards or merchandise, which is why this Card should be judged on the hotel stays it produces.
You earn 5 points per dollar on eligible purchases at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels and 2 points per dollar on all other purchases. Points can be redeemed for free nights with no blackout dates at more than 7,000 hotels around the world.
The Card carries a solid package of coverages: $500,000 travel accident insurance, flight delay, baggage delay, lost or stolen baggage and hotel or motel burglary at $500 each, car rental theft and damage up to $85,000 for rentals of up to 48 days, Purchase Protection for 90 days and a one year Extended Warranty.
Two things to plan around: the 2.5% foreign transaction fee on purchases made in a foreign currency, and the 21.99% purchase interest rate, which makes this a Card to pay in full every month. Like all American Express Canada Cards, no minimum income is published for this Card, and you can see whether you would be approved before you apply, with no impact on your credit score.
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Annual fee
Primary card$120
Additional card$0
Annual income required
Individual$0
Household$0
Conversion fees
2.5%
Earning rate
5xMarriott Bonvoy hotels
2xAll spending
Value
1st Year Value$1,437
2nd Year Value$312
Travel insurance
Delayed BaggageUp to $500
Lost BaggageUp to $500
Flight DelayUp to $500
Hotel BurglaryUp to $500
Travel AccidentUp to $500,000
Purchase protection
Purchase ProtectionIncluded
Extended Warranty+1 years
Auto Rental Collision (primary)Up to $85,000 / 48 days
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