Airmiles Armchair Chatter

[bababear_50]

Hello March


Hugs Mel
Do we usually have any special Promos in March from Airmiles?

 

[Donald - my hero]

Just in case I'm not the only one who forgot about this Flash offer! It would have completely slipped my mind if I hadn't done some surveys, they have a reminder there to OPT-IN!!

All of the SOOO many fine print details for future reference

Terms & Conditions​

* Offer valid on March 1, 2025 only (the “Offer Period”). To qualify for this offer, collectors must click the "Opt in now" button between 12:00:01 a.m. ET on February 24, 2025 and 11:59:59 p.m. ET on March 1, 2025. At least 1 Reward Mile™ (or, in the case of a Card Linked Offer described below, at least 1 Bonus Mile™) must be earned during the Offer Period from among the types of earn methods described below for the 5x Miles multiplier to apply. Collector will only need to opt in once during the Offer Period. A maximum of 300 Bonus Miles can be earned per collector number from the 5x multiplier in connection with this offer. Can be combined with other offers, and AIR MILES® offers. Limit of one (1) offer per collector number. AIR MILES card must be presented at time of purchase at eligible AIR MILES partners. All eligible standard base Reward Miles (including Bonus Miles earned through a Card Linked Offer) must be earned before 23:59:59 p.m. ET on March 1, 2025. Please allow until March 27, 2025 for Miles earned in connection with this multiplier offer to be posted to your collector account. The following types of Miles earned will qualify for 5x Miles: i) the standard base Reward Miles earned on qualifying purchases made at an eligible AIR MILES partner, before taxes and after exclusions. See www.airmiles.ca/en/offers/partners for a list of eligible partners and each partner’s unique base offer purchase requirements and terms and conditions. Reward or Bonus Miles earned on bookings or purchases made through AIR MILES Travel, including at https://travel.airmiles.ca/en/travel.html, using AIR MILES Receipts, or using a BMO AIR MILES credit card are excluded. For greater certainty, Bonus Miles earned at partners in connection with time-limited bonus offers do not qualify for this offer; ii) the standard base Reward Miles earned on qualifying purchases made at eligible online stores through airmilesshops.ca, excluding shipping, handling, duty, and taxes. Click “Store Info” on an online store logo on airmilesshops.ca for more details. Collectors must sign in at airmilesshops.ca before purchasing in order to get Reward Miles and qualify for this offer. All online stores are subject to each brand’s unique base offer purchase requirements and terms and conditions, are subject to change and may be withdrawn without notice at any time. This offer does not apply to purchases or signups made at the following online stores: Disney+, Wealthsimple, A-mazon Music Unlimited (free trial offer), A-mazon Prime Video, Chef’s Plate, Goodfood, Hello Fresh, Factor, Telus, InstaCart, and Tiktok Business and any travel online stores (including, but not limited to travel bookings, car rentals, and hotel stays). For greater certainty, Bonus Miles earned through airmilesshops.ca in connection with time-limited bonus offers do not qualify for this offer; iii) Any Bonus Miles earned in connection with eligible purchases made in accordance with a Card Linked Offer available on airmilescardlink.ca during the Offer Period. For an eligible purchase to qualify for this offer, you must meet the terms of each Card Linked Offer and the eligible purchase transaction(s) for each Card Linked Offer must be posted to your linked card account during the Offer Period. As a result, a purchase may not qualify for this offer if the qualifying purchase transaction(s) are not posted during the Offer Period (such as an online purchase that is processed on the shipping date, which occurs after the Offer Period ends). Your linked card account must be in good standing at the time the Bonus Miles are awarded. This offer can be combined with other offers. Card Linked Offers are available to AIR MILES collectors with an eligible Canadian-issued Mastercard®* credit card or an eligible Bank of Montreal (BMO) debit card that is linked to their AIR MILES collector account. All Card Linked Offers are subject to the AIR MILES Card Linked Offers Terms and Conditions, and each unique offer has separate terms and conditions. Not all Card Linked Offers may be eligible for Debit Card purchases. Certain offers require you to opt-in before completing the qualifying purchase transaction. Available Card Linked Offers and participating partners are subject to change from time to time. Neither Mastercard International Incorporated nor Interac Corp. are responsible for the fulfillment of any offer. The AIR MILES Card Linked Offers Terms and Conditions (www.airmiles.ca/content/aem-airmiles-web/ca/en/terms-and-conditions.html?tab=clo) include information about how to unlink your AIR MILES collector account if you no longer wish to participate in Card Linked Offers. AIR MILES reserves the right to change or retract an offer at any time without prior notice, or to retract an offer for deceptive booking behaviour, including but not limited to creating multiple collector numbers and booking with intention of cancelling. AIR MILES reserves the right to offer a Reward Miles earn rate at an equivalent or greater value to all collectors. By participating in this offer you agree to the AIR MILES Terms of Use. ®™ Trademarks of AM Royalties Limited Partnership used under license by AIR MILES Loyalty Inc. Partner, supplier and retailer trademarks are owned by the respective partner, supplier and retailer or authorized for their use in Canada. Mastercard is a registered trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.

 

[ottawamom]

I just ordered dog food. Won't get a lot of AM but it's better than nothing. Maybe I should go do a few surveys also to boost things a bit.

 

[bgula]

Can't seem to buy Disney tickets thru AM's. When I click on 'add to cart' it says it can't find the page. Last week, every time I tried to call it was over a 2 hour wait. Ridiculous. Does anyone know if you can combine AM's from 2 accounts? If so, can it be done online, or do you have to call?

 

[ottawamom]

You can transfer all AM from one account to another (in the same household) as part of a closing of redundant accounts. If you simply want to transfer and keep both accounts open that will cost you .15/AM. Not worth it in my opinion. Unfortunately, yes you must call to do this.

 

[Debbie]

You can transfer all AM from one account to another (in the same household) as part of a closing of redundant accounts. If you simply want to transfer and keep both accounts open that will cost you .15/AM. Not worth it in my opinion. Unfortunately, yes you must call to do this.

Is this new? I wanted to have DH's transferred to me (in a call) a few years ago and they said, no, they wouldn't do that unless he died. I want the account in my name since he doesn't even know he has an account, but . . . .

 

[ottawamom]

It's actually a Merge of collector accounts.




It's under the transfer Miles option in your profile. I was under the impression that the duplicate account needed to be closed but that may just be what I was planning on doing with it. You'll need to make sure that the miles are in the correct bucket before the transfer (cash or dream)

I believe @Donald - my hero has actual experience with this. Hopefully she can chime in with more details.

 

[Donald - my hero]

Can't seem to buy Disney tickets thru AM's. When I click on 'add to cart' it says it can't find the page. Last week, every time I tried to call it was over a 2 hour wait. Ridiculous. Does anyone know if you can combine AM's from 2 accounts? If so, can it be done online, or do you have to call?

Is this new? I wanted to have DH's transferred to me (in a call) a few years ago and they said, no, they wouldn't do that unless he died. I want the account in my name since he doesn't even know he has an account, but . . . .

Yes, you can merge two accounts, within the same household into 1 at no cost. Must know the info on both accounts - name, account number and i think they asked for the phone numbers as well. Cash miles will move to cash and dream to dream, from the one account to the other. The one you're moving the miles from will INSTANTLY be closed so make sure you're not waiting for anything to post, you won't have access to that account for anything. You need to call in to do this but I seem to recall it took less than 5 minutes total once i was connected. The miles were in the main account before the call ended, I hung up and submitted a personal shopper request for an annual pass immediately.
Airmiles really wants to have this happen, trying to cut down on people who manage multiple accounts within one household is costly to them.

 

[bababear_50]

Hugs Mel

 

[ottawamom]

 

[bababear_50]

Shell
Gift Cards are now back

Terms & Conditions
* Offer valid March 3, to May 4, 2025 at participating Shell locations in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories only (excluding Shell Flying J locations). Get 20 AIR MILES® Bonus Miles with the purchase of any one of the following Gift Cards: Vanilla Visa - $50, Uber - $50, Walmart - $50, Amazon - $50, Canadian Tire - $50, Mastercard - $50, Sobeys - $50. Maximum of 20 Bonus Miles per transaction. One transaction per 12-hour period. Offer may be combined with other bonus offers. No coupon required. A valid AIR MILES card must be presented/collector number entered at time of transaction. Shell reserves the right to make changes to this offer and to terminate the offer at any time, for any reason and without notice. Please allow up to 2 weeks after your transaction for Bonus Miles to be posted to your collector account. ®™ Trademarks of AM Royalties Limited Partnership used under license by AIR MILES Loyalty Inc. and Shell Canada Products. The Shell logo is a trademark of Shell Brands International AG. Used under license.
This means keep your receipt!!!

Looks like Airmiles on Scratch Lottery tickets

Hugs Mel

 

[bababear_50]

So Gang I am trying to sort out Canadian owned business?
I know the internet is not always the best source but this is what I have come up with so far.

Rona YES or No?
owned by U.S.-based private equity firm Sycamore Partners.

Harvey's YES or No?
Harvey's is a Canadian fast-food chain, not American. It's been serving Canadians since 1959.

Swiss Chalet YES or NO?
Yes, Swiss Chalet is a Canadian restaurant chain owned by Recipe Unlimited, a Canadian company.

A&W YES or NO?
Yes, A&W in Canada is 100% Canadian owned and operated. The company is called A&W Food Services of Canada Inc.

Home Hardware YES or NO?
Founded in 1964 in St. Jacobs, Ontario, Home Hardware Stores Limited is proudly Canadian and the country's largest Dealer-owned and operated home improvement retailer with stores operating under the Home Hardware, Home Building Centre, Home Hardware Building Centre and Home Furniture banners

PetSmart YES or NO?
No it is American owned


I am going to try Pet Valu which is Canadian owned
At Pet Valu, we take immense pride in being a truly Canadian company. We started in Toronto in 1976, and now we have over 800 stores across the country. From major urban centers to small rural towns, we are dedicated to serving communities of all sizes.

Canadian Tire YES or NO


Giant Tiger YES or NO
Giant Tiger is a Canadian owned, community-focused family discount store that was established in 1961 and has over 260 stores across Canada, employing over 10,000 team members. With a mission to make every dollar matter, we ensure to offer quality merchandise at everyday low prices.

Rexall YES or NO
https://readthepeak.com/stories/09-24-rexall-comes-back-under-canadian-ownership

FreshCo YES or NO
Is FreshCo a Canadian company?
About us. FreshCo. is the discount banner of Sobeys Incorporated (a 100% Canadian owned company established in 1907). Launched in 2010, FreshCo's commitment is to provide the best discount grocery shopping experience by offering quality fresh food at low prices and with less compromise.

Food Basics/Metro YES or NO
Who owns Food Basics in Canada?
Food Basics Ltd. is a Canadian supermarket chain owned by Metro Inc. The company operates 142 stores throughout Ontario. Food Basics Ltd.


Dollarama YES or NO
Which country owns Dollarama?
Dollarama Inc. is a Canadian owned retail chain headquartered in Montreal. There were 1,551 Dollarama stores in Canada as of January 28, 2024.Jan 17, 2025

Is Pharmasave YES or NO = YES!!!
Is Pharmasave Canadian owned?

Pharmasave is a proudly Canadian, independently owned and operated community pharmacy cooperative. Founded in British Columbia in 1981, Pharmasave has grown to over 900 locations across Canada.
I am not shopping at Amazon anymore ,,just a personal decision.

I will be farm shopping in my neighborhood for fresh stuff soon.

Thanks for any help you can provide.
Hugs Mel

 

[tinkerone]

Been home for 24 hours and am still trying to get organized. Did a quick grocery shop yesterday. Sent DH out to get gas and the car died, just what you don't need to happen when you are busy. Going to look at fixing it but it looks like we will have to take the time to car shop .
Porter was interesting. Flight down made me second guess using them, flight back could not have gone any smoother. I'll report on that later. For any DCL cruisers I will say the Treasure is AMAZING! For all the negative comments on the Wish I was worried but they proved to be wrong or at least not as bad as posted.
We were in Orlando for 6 nights before the cruise and it was very very chilly. Only one day made it to the 70's but at least we didn't have to shovel snow. Our wonderful sons did that for us.
Now I am off to read 10 pages about AMs I missed getting . Everyone have a great day!!

 

[hdrolfe]

London Drugs
Second Cup
Pizza Pizza
Global Petfoods

I believe Chapters-Indigo as well (owned by Chapters, headquartered in Toronto). Not quite as broad as am azon but has books I read a lot.

All Canadian as well.

 

[bababear_50]

Thanks Heather.

Welcome Home Tinkerone.

Hugs Mel

 

[Aladora]

Hi all, we are back from our Costa Rica trip and sailing cruise!

Trying to catch up on all the chatter since we have been gone. I got a new Onyx card in the mail when we were gone and when I logged into my AM account, I am back to being Onyx, despite being bumped back down to Gold and not earning more than 5000 miles in 2024. How odd.

 

[bababear_50]

Welcome Home Aladora

3 new receipts offers
Looks like it is only for Irving Big Stop

 

[bababear_50]

Shell

Hugs Mel

Terms & Conditions​

* Offer valid March 5-7, 2025 only at participating Shell locations in Canada (excluding Shell Flying J locations). To qualify, eligible collectors must click the “Opt in now” button in the offer invitation from 00:00:01 a.m. ET on March 5, 2025 to 23:59:59 p.m. ET on March 7, 2025. Get 40x the AIR MILES® Reward Miles when you fuel 30L or more of Shell V-Power® NiTRO+ Premium fuel. Purchase is required to earn Miles at Shell as follows: i) 1 Reward Mile per 10 litres of Shell V-Power® NiTRO+ or Shell V-Power Diesel fuel purchased in a single transaction. Offer valid at participating Shell retail locations. Maximum 50 Reward Miles from all Base Offers in a 24-hour period. Limit of 500 Bonus Miles per collector account. Any Base Miles earned in connection with eligible purchases made at any participating Shell locations in Canada (excluding Shell Flying J locations) with the collector number associated with the recipient’s collector account will qualify towards the earn requirement. All eligible Miles must be earned before 23:59:59 p.m. ET on March 7, 2025 and subsequently posted to your collector account. Limit of one offer per collector number. Offer may be combined with other AIR MILES offers. A valid AIR MILES card must be presented/collector number entered at time of transaction. Please allow until March 21, 2025, for Bonus Miles earned in connection with this offer to be posted to your collector account. ®™ Trademarks of AM Royalties Limited Partnership used under license by AIR MILES Loyalty Inc. and Shell Canada Products. The Shell logo is a trademark of Shell Brands International AG. Used under license.

 

[tinkerone]

For anyone who may have used the offer get up to 4000 AM for using AMs to book Florida, how long did it take to get those AMs? It was an offer from October.

 

[ElCray]

For anyone who may have used the offer get up to 4000 AM for using AMs to book Florida, how long did it take to get those AMs? It was an offer from October.

We stayed at our hotel that we booked with this offer from Jan 3-7, and my 4,000 miles posted on Feb 13.