RateBuddy Verdict
The Good
- Offers ultimate Air Canada luxury, including unlimited access to Maple Leaf Lounges (with a guest) and full Priority Airport Services.
- Features an elite insurance package that covers travel medical for an extended 31 days and protects mobile devices up to $1,500.
- The base earning rate of 1.25 points per dollar is incredibly high, meaning even your non-category spending generates substantial rewards.
The Trade-offs
- Carries a very high $599 annual fee that is not waived in the first year, plus a steep $199 fee for supplementary cards.
- Requires an extremely strict minimum annual income of $150,000 (personal) or $200,000 (household) to qualify.
- To unlock the full 85,000-point welcome bonus, you must spend a massive $24,000 within your first 12 months.
Rewards & Earnings
Groceries 1.50%
Dining & Takeout 1.50%
Gas & Transit 1.50%
Travel 2.00%
Base Rate 1.25%
Rewards Summary: Air Canada: 2 Aeroplan pts per $1; Gas, Groceries, Dining, Travel & Transit: 1.5 pts per $1; Base Earn: 1.25 pts per $1.
- Eligible purchases made directly with Air Canada® including Air Canada Vacations®: 2 Aeroplan pts/$1
- Gas, electric vehicle charging, groceries, travel & transit and dining: 1.5 Aeroplan pts/$1
- All other eligible purchases: 1.25 Aeroplan pts/$1
Welcome Bonus Details
Earn up to $3,000 in value, including up to 85,000 points. Get 20,000 points on first purchase. Earn an additional 35,000 points after spending $12,000 within 180 days. Earn an anniversary bonus of 30,000 points after spending $24,000 within 12 months.
Estimated Value: $3000.00
Features & Benefits
Airport Lounge Access
Unlimited Maple Leaf Lounge access + 6 Global Lounge visits
Travel Medical Insurance
Up to $5 million (31 days for age <65; 4 days for age 65+)
Free Checked bag
Free first checked bag for you and up to 8 companions on Air Canada
Mobile Device Insurance
Up to $1,500 coverage
Car Rental Collision/Loss Damage Waiver
Coverage for up to 48 consecutive days
Metal Card
Card is crafted with metal
Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance
Up to $2,500 cancellation / $5,000 interruption
Extended Warranty Insurance
Included (Up to 24 additional months)
Purchase Security Insurance
Included (120 days)
Concierge Service
24/7 complimentary Visa Infinite Privilege Concierge
NEXUS Application Fee Rebate
Up to $100 CAD partial rebate once every 48 months
Flight Delay Insurance
Up to $1,000 in coverage (4+ hours)
Baggage Delay/Loss Insurance
Up to $2,500 for lost baggage; $1,000 for delayed
Priority Airport Services (Check-in, Boarding)
Priority Check-In, Boarding, Baggage, and Standby/Upgrades
Common Carrier Accident Insurance
Up to $500,000 coverage per person
Hotel/Motel Burglary Insurance
Up to $2,500 coverage per occurrence
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Insurance Coverage
Travel Medical: $5M (31 days under 65); Trip Cancel/Interrupt: $2.5k/$5k; Flight & Baggage Delay: Included; Car Rental: 48 days; Mobile Device: $1,500; Purchase Security: 120 days & Extended Warranty: +2 Years.
Rates & Fees Details
| Purchase APR | 21.99% |
|---|---|
| Cash Advance APR | 22.99% |
| Annual Fee | $599 |
| Supplementary Card | $199.00 |
| Income Required |
Personal: $150,000 Household: $200,000 |