RateBuddy Verdict
The Good
- Includes a premium Roadside Assistance Gold Plan with an impressive 250km towing radius.
- The 24-month 0% interest financing plan for partner store purchases is an excellent budgeting tool.
- Features a strong 3% earn rate on groceries without an annual fee.
The Trade-offs
- Strict merchant exclusions for the 3% grocery rate (Walmart and Costco earn only 1%).
- CT Money rewards are restricted to redemptions within the Canadian Tire retail ecosystem.
Rewards & Earnings
Groceries 3.00%
Base Rate 1.00%
Rewards Summary: • 4% back in CT Money at Canadian Tire, Sport Chek, Mark’s, L’Équipeur, Party City and more
• 3% back on Groceries (first $12,000/year, excludes Costco/Walmart)
• 5¢ - 7¢ per litre back on fuel at Gas+ and Petro-Canada
• 1% back on all other purchases
- Partner Stores: 4% (CT, Sport Chek, Mark’s, L’Équipeur, Atmosphere, Party City, Pro Hockey Life, etc.)
- Grocery Stores: 3% (On first $12,000/year; excludes Walmart/Costco. Drops to 1% thereafter)
- Premium Fuel: 7¢ per litre at Gas+ and Petro-Canada
- Regular Fuel: 5¢ per litre at Gas+ and Petro-Canada
- Everything Else: 1% (Excludes cash transactions)
Welcome Bonus Details
Features & Benefits
No Annual Fee
No Annual Fee
Car Rental Collision/Loss Damage Waiver
Car Rental CDW (31 days)
Purchase Security Insurance
Purchase Security (90 days)
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance Gold (250km towing)
Introductory 0% APR on Purchases
24-month 0% Interest Financing
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Insurance Coverage
Purchase Security
Protection for 90 days in the event of loss, damage, or theft for most items.
Extended Warranty
Extended coverage underwritten by Assurant.
Car Rental Collision/Loss Damage
Coverage for eligible rental vehicles up to 31 consecutive days.
Rates & Fees Details
| Purchase APR | 21.99% |
|---|---|
| Cash Advance APR | 22.99% |
| Annual Fee | $0 |
| Foreign Tx Fee | 2.50% |
| Income Required |
Personal: $80,000 Household: $150,000 |
Canadian Tire Bank