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Clay JarvisCompare Canada’s best credit cards
The best credit cards in Canada deliver high-value and easy-to-use rewards, discounts, perks and premium benefits.
Choosing a credit card
How to Choose a Secured Credit Card
Choosing a secured card that reports to Canadian credit bureaus is crucial to getting the most value out of these credit-building products.
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How to Choose a Travel Credit Card
With so many cards, rewards programs and benefits available, choosing the right travel credit card can be overwhelming. However, once you’ve got one in your wallet, you can reap the rewards on your next trip.
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How to Maximize Your Use of Credit Card Points
Make the most of your credit card points by calculating the highest-value redemption option and using them before they expire.
What Are Credit Card Airline Miles?
Credit card airline miles are a type of reward that can often be redeemed for discounted or free travel when you use an airline loyalty program.
American Express Front Of The Line and Experiences: What to Know
American Express Front of the Line gives you access to presale tickets and reserved event tickets. It’s just one of several Amex Experiences offered as a cardholder perk.
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9 Best Mastercard Credit Cards In Canada for 2023
The best Mastercard credit cards offer a diverse array of rewards, including cash back, Air Miles, points and more.
9 Best CIBC Credit Cards in Canada
CIBC offers a range of credit cards that offer reward points, cash back and travel perks. Check out the 9 best CIBC credit cards, according to NerdWallet’s analysis.
25 Best Credit Cards in Canada for November 2023
NerdWallet Canada’s picks for the best credit cards include top contenders across numerous card categories. Compare these options to find the ideal card for you.
Best Neo Financial Credit Cards
Its card lineup is limited, but this digital bank offers cash-back rewards of up to 15% plus customizable add-on perks.
Rating Methodology
NerdWallet Canada rates credit cards according to overall consumer value and their suitability for specific kinds of consumers. Factors in our evaluation include annual and other fees, rewards rates, the earning structure (for example, flat-rate rewards versus bonus categories), redemption options, bonus offers for new cardholders, introductory and ongoing APRs, and other noteworthy features such as airline or hotel perks or the ability to transfer points.