Question 1

What are gift cards?

Accepted Answer

Gift cards are prepaid instruments that allow the holder to purchase goods or services up to the monetary value printed or loaded on the card. They are often offered as gifts for various occasions.

Question 2

How do I know if there's money left on a gift card?

Accepted Answer

On the back of your gift card, go to the web address indicated. There you will find a section that looks like "Check my gift card balance". Enter your card information. Sometimes, you can also phone a customer service representative who will give you the balance. Or, go directly to that store and find out the amount at the cash register.

Question 3

How can gift cards help me earn points on my credit card?

Accepted Answer

When you purchase gift cards using your credit card, it generally counts as a regular transaction. So, if your credit card offers points or rewards for every purchase, you'll accumulate these benefits by purchasing gift cards.

Question 4

Where should I buy gift cards to maximize my credit card points?

Accepted Answer

To maximize your points, it's a good idea to buy gift cards at stores where your credit card offers bonus points or higher reward rates. Examples include grocery stores, gas stations, convenience stores and pharmacies.

Question 5

Where can you buy gift cards like Amazon, St-Hubert, Sports Expert, Apple, Home Depot, Canadian Tire, etc.?

Accepted Answer

You can buy gift cards at many stores, including grocery stores, gas stations, convenience stores, Dollarama stores and drugstores.

Question 6

What gift cards are available?

Accepted Answer

There are hundreds of gift cards for a wide range of businesses, including Amazon, Walmart, Ikea, Shell, Esso and SAQ.

Question 7

How can I get gift cards?

Accepted Answer

To obtain gift cards, you can visit any of the major supermarkets or chains that offer them for sale. These cards are often available at checkouts or in special displays. In addition, many websites also offer the possibility of buying gift cards online, which you will receive either in physical form by post, or in electronic form by e-mail.

Question 8

Where can I buy a gift card online?

Accepted Answer

There are several online gift card sites. Take Rakuten, for example.

Question 9

Where can I buy a Walmart gift card?

Accepted Answer

Walmart gift cards can be purchased at Couche-Tard/Circle K convenience stores. In this case, it is preferable to use the American Express Cobalt® Card to earn 5 points per dollar.

Question 10

Where can I buy an IKEA gift card?

Accepted Answer

IKEA gift cards can be purchased at Couche-Tard/Circle K convenience stores and IGA. In this case, it?s best to use the American Express Cobalt® Card to earn 5 points per dollar.

Question 11

How do I check the balance of a gift card?

Accepted Answer

The most common way to check a gift card balance is to visit the card issuer?s website. Most of these sites have a dedicated section where you can enter the card number and, if necessary, an associated PIN code. By providing this information, the site will usually show you the remaining balance on the card. If you can't access the website or prefer a different method, you can also often check the balance by calling a customer service number indicated on the card, or by asking directly in-store.

Question 12

Are there any risks associated with buying gift cards with a credit card?

Accepted Answer

As with any transaction, it is essential to ensure that you purchase gift cards from reputable suppliers. There is also a risk of over-consumption, as it may be tempting to buy lots of gift cards to earn points, but this could result in a high balance on your credit card.

Question 13

Do gift cards expire?

Accepted Answer

In Canada, most gift cards have no expiry date. However, it's always a good idea to check the specific terms of the gift card when making a purchase.

Question 14

How to write gift card in the plural?

Accepted Answer

Gift cards are spelled in the plural.

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