{"id":488207,"date":"2026-03-12T23:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T03:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/reward-program\/recompenses-bleu\/"},"modified":"2026-03-19T06:48:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T10:48:54","slug":"blue-rewards","status":"publish","type":"card_reward","link":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/reward-program\/blue-rewards\/","title":{"rendered":"Blue Rewards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The AIR MILES program is taking its final bow. In Summer 2026, <strong>Blue Rewards<\/strong> will take over as the new loyalty program operated by a subsidiary of <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/cards\/bmo\/\">BMO<\/a>. This guide details everything you need to know: points, partners, credit cards, redemption options, and the transition process.  <\/p>\n\n<p>Whether you are already an AIR MILES member or looking for an advantageous <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/reward-program\/\">loyalty program<\/a>, here is a complete overview of Blue Rewards. Also, consult our selection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/best-credit-cards-in-canada\/\">best credit cards<\/a> to maximize your rewards. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-qu-est-ce-que-recompenses-bleu\">What is Blue Rewards<\/h2>\n\n<p>Blue Rewards is the transformation of the AIR MILES program. BMO designed this program to simplify the loyalty experience in Canada. It combines a network of over 400 existing partners, new strategic partners, a modernized digital platform, and direct integration with BMO banking services.  <\/p>\n\n<p>Membership remains free and open to all Canadian residents. Furthermore, you do not need to be a BMO customer to participate. However, BMO customers enjoy additional benefits, including the ability to earn points with their debit card.  <\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='s-h'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='page'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_page container_template--s-h container_count--1'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"page_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"207271\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fonctionnement-des-points-bleu\">How Blue Points Work<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-valeur-des-points\">Points Value<\/h3>\n\n<p>The program uses a simple equation: <strong>1,500 Blue points = $10<\/strong> for in-store redemptions or e-gift cards. This formula replaces the dual AIR MILES system (Cash Miles and Dream Miles) with a single balance. Additionally, daily usage limits and standard terms apply to in-store exchanges.  <\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"h6 component__notice__title\">\n\t\t\t\tA Single Balance for Greater Simplicity\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Since January 25, 2026, AIR MILES Cash and Dream miles have already been combined into a single balance. When switching to Blue Rewards, your miles will be automatically converted into Blue points, with no loss of value. <\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-accumulation-de-points\">Earning Points<\/h3>\n\n<p>There are several ways to earn Blue points:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li><strong>Retail Partners:<\/strong> Over 400 participating brands across Canada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BMO Credit Cards:<\/strong> Earn on every purchase with future Blue Rewards cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/offres\/comptes-bancaires\/packages-bmo-chequing\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"289087\">BMO Chequing Accounts<\/a>:<\/strong> Points on debit card purchases (with registration)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Receipt Scanning:<\/strong> Extra points via the mobile app on grocery purchases<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='s-h'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='post'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_post container_template--s-h container_count--1'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"post_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"289143\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-partenaires-du-programme\">Program Partners<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-partenaires-existants\">Existing Partners<\/h3>\n\n<p>Blue Rewards maintains access to over 400 brands already present in the AIR MILES network. These include Pharmasave, Global Pet Foods, participating grocery retailers, and warehouse clubs across Canada. Other partners will be confirmed before the official launch.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nouveaux-partenaires-strategiques\">New Strategic Partners<\/h3>\n\n<p>BMO has announced the addition of several renowned partners in three key sectors:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Sector<\/th><th>Partner<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Air Travel<\/td><td>Porter Airlines<\/td><td>Canadian Airline<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hospitality<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/reward-program\/accor-live-limitless\/\">Accor Group<\/a><\/td><td>Fairmont, Novotel, SLS Hotels<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delivery<\/td><td>Instacart<\/td><td>Home Grocery Delivery<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dining<\/td><td>MTY Group<\/td><td>Thai Express, B\u00e2ton Rouge, Pizza Delight, All\u00f4! mon Coco, Sushi Shop, Mr. Sub, Manchu Wok, Mucho Burrito, Jugo Juice <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>Other partners will be announced before the launch in Summer 2026.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shell-canada-en-transition\">Shell Canada in Transition<\/h3>\n\n<p>Members can continue to earn and use points at Shell Canada until May 25, 2026 (March 2, 2026, in Alberta). After these dates, <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/reward-program\/sceneplus\/\">Shell will switch to the Scene+ program<\/a>. Furthermore, BMO AIR MILES credit card holders can earn miles at Shell until May 25, 2026.  <\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--warning wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-exclamation-triangle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"h6 component__notice__title\">\n\t\t\t\tDeadline at Shell\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>In Alberta, the transition at Shell takes place as early as March 2, 2026. In the rest of Canada, the deadline is May 25, 2026. Remember to use your points at Shell before these dates.  <\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-options-de-rachat\">Redemption Options<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rachats-en-magasin\">In-Store Redemptions<\/h3>\n\n<p>Members can redeem their points in several ways:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li><strong>In-Store Discounts:<\/strong> Direct discounts at participating partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>E-Gift Cards:<\/strong> Online exchange for vouchers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fixed Rate:<\/strong> 1,500 points = $10 on every eligible transaction<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recompenses-bleu-travel\">Blue Rewards Travel<\/h3>\n\n<p>Blue Rewards Travel, powered by Expedia Group, provides access to virtually all major travel providers. You can book flights, hotels, and rental cars, then use your points to cover all or part of the cost. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li><strong>No Minimum Threshold:<\/strong> Use your points starting from the very first point earned<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mixed Payment:<\/strong> Combine points and cash to pay for your bookings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wide Selection:<\/strong> Access to the Expedia network for flights, hotels, and rentals<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list red-cross\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-red-cross\">\n<li><strong>Cruises Excluded:<\/strong> Cruise bookings are not available through the platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>On-Site Fees:<\/strong> Fees paid directly to the establishment cannot be covered by points<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cartes-de-credit-recompenses-bleu\">Blue Rewards Credit Cards<\/h2>\n\n<p>BMO will launch new Blue Rewards <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/cards\/bmo\/\">credit cards<\/a> in Summer 2026. These cards are positioned as the only retail credit cards in Canada to offer built-in accelerators on three everyday categories: <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li><strong>Gas:<\/strong> Accelerated earn rate at gas stations and EV charging stations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grocery:<\/strong> Bonus points on supermarket purchases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warehouse Clubs:<\/strong> Accelerated earning at membership-based big-box stores<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p>Additionally, BMO Blue Rewards credit card holders get <strong>10x the Blue points at participating partners<\/strong>. For every dollar spent at these partners, you earn rewards ten times faster. <\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--success wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-check\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"h6 component__notice__title\">\n\t\t\t\tWaitlist Open\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Sign up now for the waitlist at bmo.com\/creditcardwaitlist. Registrants are automatically entered into a contest to win 1,000,000 Blue points and will receive an exclusive welcome offer at launch. <\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-avantages-pour-les-clients-bmo\">Benefits for BMO Customers<\/h2>\n\n<p>BMO customers enjoy exclusive benefits beyond credit cards. Notably, all BMO chequing account holders can register to earn points with their debit card. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li><strong>Debit Card:<\/strong> Earn points on gas, groceries, warehouse clubs, and electric vehicle charging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BMO Mobile App:<\/strong> Direct access to your points balance and personalized offers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BMO Online Banking:<\/strong> Unified management of your bank accounts and rewards<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-transition-depuis-air-miles\">Transition from AIR MILES<\/h2>\n\n<p>The transition to Blue Rewards happens automatically. No action is required on your part. Here is what is not changing:  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li><strong>Automatic Conversion:<\/strong> Your AIR MILES miles become Blue points of equivalent value<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Member Number:<\/strong> You keep your current membership number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Active Cards:<\/strong> Your physical and digital AIR MILES cards remain functional<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BMO Credit Cards:<\/strong> Your card continues to work normally, with the number unchanged<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Login Credentials:<\/strong> You keep your current login information<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p>If you have an inactive AIR MILES account, you can reactivate it by earning at least one mile before the launch.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-application-et-plateforme\">App and Platform<\/h2>\n\n<p>The existing AIR MILES app will update automatically to become the Blue Rewards app. The new logo will appear on the icon after the update. If you still see the AIR MILES logo, download the latest version from your app store.  <\/p>\n\n<p>The app allows you to:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scan Receipts:<\/strong> Earn points on your grocery purchases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manage Linked Cards:<\/strong> View and edit your cards in one place<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access Offers:<\/strong> Receive personalized promotions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check Your Balance:<\/strong> Track your points in real time<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-calendrier-de-lancement\">Launch Schedule<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"component component__table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Period<\/th><th>Event<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>January 2026<\/td><td>Official announcement, merger of Cash\/Dream balances, opening of the card waitlist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March 2026<\/td><td>Enhanced travel services via Expedia Group<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spring 2026<\/td><td>Announcement of Blue Rewards partnerships<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Summer 2026<\/td><td>Official launch and automatic conversion of AIR MILES accounts<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ressources-officielles\">Official Resources<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list links\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-links\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whatisbluerewards.ca\/fr.html\">whatisbluerewards.ca<\/a> (official information site)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bmo.com\/fr-ca\/principal\/particuliers\/cartes-de-credit\/recompenses-bleu-liste-dattente\/\">BMO Blue Rewards Credit Card Waitlist<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/reward-program\/airmiles\/\">AIR MILES \u2014 Loyalty Program<\/a> (Milesopedia)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/reward-program\/bmo-rewards\/\">BMO Rewards<\/a> (Milesopedia)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/cards\/bmo\/\">BMO Credit Cards<\/a> (Milesopedia)<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='m-h'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='card'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_card container_template--m-h container_count--1'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"card_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"22672\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-utm=\"wpb\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"card\">\n\t<div class=\"card--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card--img-outer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--img\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card--title-offer-selling\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title-offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--selling-points\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar shimmer-bar--short\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar shimmer-bar--short\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar shimmer-bar--short\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"apply-btn\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n<p>Blue Rewards marks a turning point for loyalty in Canada. The program retains the network of 400+ AIR MILES partners while adding players like Porter Airlines, Accor, and Instacart. The 1,500 points = $10 formula simplifies value calculation, and the travel platform via Expedia Group expands booking options.  <\/p>\n\n<p>For current AIR MILES members, the transition is effortless. For new members, free membership and future BMO credit cards with built-in accelerators offer an attractive entry point. Consult our <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/best-credit-cards-in-canada\/\">best credit cards<\/a> to compare all available options, and subscribe to our <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/newsletter\/\">newsletter<\/a> to follow upcoming announcements.  <\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__promo__banner wp-block-milesgutenberg-promo-banner\">\n\t<i class=\"fontawesome-icon\">\n<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\t\t\t   <path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M48 64C21.5 64 0 85.5 0 112c0 15.1 7.1 29.3 19.2 38.4L236.8 313.6c11.4 8.5 27 8.5 38.4 0L492.8 150.4c12.1-9.1 19.2-23.3 19.2-38.4c0-26.5-21.5-48-48-48L48 64zM0 176L0 384c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64l384 0c35.3 0 64-28.7 64-64l0-208L294.4 339.2c-22.8 17.1-54 17.1-76.8 0L0 176z\"\/>\n\t\t  \t<\/svg>\n<\/i>\t<div class=\"component__promo__banner__content\">\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"component__promo__banner__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\tNe ratez rien&nbsp;!\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>News, great deals, and updates directly to your inbox.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"inline-btn component__promo__banner__button\" href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/infolettre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" title=\"Recevez notre newsletter chaque semaine&nbsp;!\">\n\t\t\t\t\tJe m&#039;inscris\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"miles-clouds\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/wp-content\/themes\/milesopedia\/images\/clouds.png\" alt=\"Milesopedia\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/aside>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recompenses-bleu-questions-frequentes\">Blue Rewards \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item__title wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"when_will_blue_rewards_be_launched_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhen will Blue Rewards be launched?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>Blue Rewards will be launched in Summer 2026. The exact date has not yet been communicated by BMO. In the meantime, you can continue to earn and redeem your AIR MILES normally.  <\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item__title wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"what_will_happen_to_my_air_miles_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhat will happen to my AIR MILES?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>All AIR MILES will be automatically converted into Blue points of equivalent value at the launch in Summer 2026. No action is required on your part, and no value will be lost. <\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item__title wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"do_you_need_to_be_a_bmo_customer_to_join_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tDo you need to be a BMO customer to join?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>No, Blue Rewards is open to all Canadian residents. However, BMO customers enjoy additional benefits such as earning points with their debit card and access to future Blue Rewards credit cards. <\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item__title wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"how_does_the_new_points_system_work_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tHow does the new points system work?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>The new system uses the equation 1,500 Blue points = $10 for in-store redemptions and e-gift cards. 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Other partners will be announced before the launch. <\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item__title wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"how_do_i_sign_up_for_the_card_waitlist_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tHow do I sign up for the card waitlist?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>Go to bmo.com\/creditcardwaitlist to register. 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