Porter changes VIPorter rewards program

While Porter is launching new destinations with its new Embraer aircraft, it is also changing its VIPorter frequent flyer program.

First, the member continues to earn VIPorter points for every dollar of eligible expenses. Then, the two ways of exchanging points remain the same.

Next, here are the changes effective January 31, 2023:

• There will be five Grand Voyageur status levels (instead of three)
• Earn 5 points per dollar on Basic fares (previously 2 points)
• Carry over expenses in excess of the membership goal to the next year ($3,000 maximum) to stay ahead of the game
• Extension of status for up to 18 months while on parental leave
• PorterReserve certificate for expenses of $3,000 or more (and one for every $2,000 thereafter) to upgrade to a PorterReserve fare (which is equivalent to business class and corresponds to the first 4 rows of the cabin)
• VIPorter members enjoy a free, fast Wi-Fi connection with no advertising interruptions.

Note that VIPorter will soon be offering the possibility of accumulating and redeeming points for other services and partner airlines. This will be followed.

There will now be additional statuses, and the names of each status will also change.

Here are the new VIPorter bylaws and what’s new:

For the rest of the benefits, you can see an overview of the VIPorter program here.

Current members will receive an e-mail by February 1 confirming the status for which they are eligible.

Porter has changed its membership levels. Now, to reach the second level, you need to accumulate expenses of $2,000 in the same calendar year, instead of $1,500.

Then, the last two levels (Essor and Première) make a clear distinction between those who spend even more. Before, you only needed to spend over $3,000 to reach the ultimate level of the program.

As of today, $6,000 is required for Essor status, and $10,000 or more for Premier status. The difference in benefits between the two is minimal.

First status also offers a seat guarantee in the event of a cancelled flight or a guaranteed reservation if a flight is already full. It remains to be seen whether it’s worth the effort for a frequent Porter traveler to obtain this status.

Are you a member of Porter? If not, you can join; new members get a bonus of 500 VIPorter points after their first flight.

Discover the new BMO VIPorter Mastercard credit cards here.

• BMO VIPorter Mastercard
• BMO VIPorter World Elite Mastercard