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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Fly with Air Canada? How you earn points is about to change; here's what it means for you
Air Canada is overhauling its Aeroplan program starting January 1, 2026, shifting from a distance-based to a spending-based model. Members will earn points per dollar spent on base fares, with elite status holders receiving significant bonuses. A new Status Qualifying Credits system will determine elite status, rewarding spending on flights, credit cards, and partner activities. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Frequent flyers to benefit the most Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 25K status: 2x 35K: 3x 50K: 4x 75K: 5x Super Elite: 6x Popular in International 1. Flight attendants at Canada's largest airline threaten strike after 99.7 percent vote Eligible Air Canada and Star Alliance flights Aeroplan credit card spending Everyday partners like Starbucks and Uber What this means for flyers New rewards and credit card perks Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Earning rewards on Air Canada flights is about to change and for many travelers, that could mean earning fewer Aeroplan points unless they're spending more. Starting January 1, 2026, Air Canada will revamp how Aeroplan members accumulate points, moving away from a distance-based model to one that rewards dollars spent, a major shift for one of North America's largest airline loyalty Aeroplan members earn points based on how far they fly and what fare class they book. For instance, a business class passenger can earn 150 percent of the miles flown, while someone in standard economy might earn just 25 the new system, members will earn 1 point for every Canadian dollar spent on base fares and Air Canada-imposed surcharges. Taxes and third-party fees won't with Aeroplan Elite Status will earn significantly more points per dollar. Depending on their tier, they will receive two to six times the base points:Air Canada is also introducing a new system called Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) to replace the existing status-earning system based on miles, segments, and will be earned through:For example, Flex fares will earn 4 SQCs per dollar, Standard earns 2, while Basic economy earns reach 25K status, travelers will need 25,000 SQCs, scaling up to 125,000 SQCs for Super Elite.A Toronto to Calgary flight on Flex economy would currently earn around 1,726 points, based on mileage. Under the new system, the same $190 ticket would earn just 190 points, unless the traveler has elite status. A 50K member on that fare would earn 760 long-haul routes, the difference is even more dramatic. A Toronto to London business-class ticket would earn 10,298 points under the new model, compared to 3,550 today. A 35K status member would earn 30,894 points for the same Canada says it will also offer new Milestone Rewards for every 10,000 SQCs earned, including eUpgrade credits, Status Passes, and bonus Aeroplan credit card holders will get a 10 percent SQC head start based on their previous year's overhaul is designed to better reward travelers who spend more, whether through flights, partnerships, or credit card use, and to align the Aeroplan program more closely with modern loyalty trends.
Economic Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Fly with Air Canada? How you earn points is about to change; here's what it means for you
Synopsis Air Canada is overhauling its Aeroplan program starting January 1, 2026, shifting from a distance-based to a spending-based model. Members will earn points per dollar spent on base fares, with elite status holders receiving significant bonuses. A new Status Qualifying Credits system will determine elite status, rewarding spending on flights, credit cards, and partner activities. Reuters Air Canada changes how Aeroplan points are earned, shifting to a spend-based system starting Jan. 1, 2026 Earning rewards on Air Canada flights is about to change and for many travelers, that could mean earning fewer Aeroplan points unless they're spending more. Starting January 1, 2026, Air Canada will revamp how Aeroplan members accumulate points, moving away from a distance-based model to one that rewards dollars spent, a major shift for one of North America's largest airline loyalty Aeroplan members earn points based on how far they fly and what fare class they book. For instance, a business class passenger can earn 150 percent of the miles flown, while someone in standard economy might earn just 25 the new system, members will earn 1 point for every Canadian dollar spent on base fares and Air Canada-imposed surcharges. Taxes and third-party fees won't with Aeroplan Elite Status will earn significantly more points per dollar. Depending on their tier, they will receive two to six times the base points: 25K status: 2x 35K: 3x 50K: 4x 75K: 5x Super Elite: 6x Air Canada is also introducing a new system called Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) to replace the existing status-earning system based on miles, segments, and dollars. SQCs will be earned through: Eligible Air Canada and Star Alliance flights Aeroplan credit card spending Everyday partners like Starbucks and Uber For example, Flex fares will earn 4 SQCs per dollar, Standard earns 2, while Basic economy earns none. To reach 25K status, travelers will need 25,000 SQCs, scaling up to 125,000 SQCs for Super Elite.A Toronto to Calgary flight on Flex economy would currently earn around 1,726 points, based on mileage. Under the new system, the same $190 ticket would earn just 190 points, unless the traveler has elite status. A 50K member on that fare would earn 760 long-haul routes, the difference is even more dramatic. A Toronto to London business-class ticket would earn 10,298 points under the new model, compared to 3,550 today. A 35K status member would earn 30,894 points for the same Canada says it will also offer new Milestone Rewards for every 10,000 SQCs earned, including eUpgrade credits, Status Passes, and bonus Aeroplan credit card holders will get a 10 percent SQC head start based on their previous year's overhaul is designed to better reward travelers who spend more, whether through flights, partnerships, or credit card use, and to align the Aeroplan program more closely with modern loyalty trends.
Global News
5 days ago
- Business
- Global News
Collect Aeroplan points? How you earn them could be changing
The way that Aeroplan members earn points is changing next year — and how much you'll earn will depend on how much you spend instead of how far you go. Currently, Air Canada's Aeroplan members earn points based on a percentage of the miles they've flown. For example, a business class member can earn 150 per cent of the miles flown compared with 25 per cent if flying standard economy within Canada. Under the new plan starting Jan. 1, 2026, members will earn one point for every dollar spent on Air Canada base fares and surcharges. The airline says in a news release that applicable taxes, fees and third-party charges don't count. 4:05 Travel: Aeroplan extends miles expiry waiver 'As far as winners and losers, yeah, people who are paying business class cash fares will definitely see better benefits compared to those who are, say, travelling on the cheapest fare in basic or economy,' said Barry Choi, personal finance and travel expert. Story continues below advertisement 'This is the way loyalty programs should work, the people who are spending the most should get the best rewards and the people who aren't spending much or looking for the cheapest fares, they're not going to get much in return.' Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy But those holding status with Aeroplan can earn even more, from two to six times the points per dollar. How this breaks down depends on what level you are: a 25K status member will earn double the points while a Super Elite would get six times the points. The new points system is also coming with a way for Air Canada travellers to try and get closer to status, through Status Qualifying Credits (SQC). These SQCs can be earned through eligible flight purchases, Aeroplan credit card spending, and activity with the program's travel and everyday partners, like Starbucks or Star Alliance airline members. Two SQC points can be earned per dollar spent on standard economy and eUpgrade add-ons, while four SQCs are earned on economy flex or higher. Basic economy won't be eligible. The five levels of Elite status requires a certain number of SQCs, with 25,000 required for 25K status, up to 125,000 SQCs for Super Elite. How it works and how it compares to previous system Depending on your status and fare type, you could see yourself earn more or less than you would under the current system. Story continues below advertisement A person flying from Toronto to Calgary on Sept. 15 on flex economy — the fare in which you earn 100 per cent of the points — would earn about 1,726 points, the estimated number of miles you'd fly on the flight. If a person flew the same trip under the new points system on flex economy, they'd earn only about 190 points for the $190 fare cost. However, they would earn 760 SQCs towards status for having booked a flex fare. Status would see a person get more points, however, with a 25K member earning 380 Aeroplan points, while a 50K member would receive 760 points. Long-haul flights will also see changes, but status and a higher fare would mean a bigger benefit. A regular traveller flying Toronto to London on Sept. 15 on a flex economy fare would earn about 1,128 Aeroplan points and 4,512 SQC points, compared with the approximately 3,550 Aeroplan points they'd earn now. A 50K status member, on the other hand, would earn 4,512 Aeroplan points and the same number of SQCs. Business class flyers, however, appear to be the ones to benefit the most from the new system. That same Toronto to London flight under the current system would earn 3,550 Aeroplan points for flex fare or higher, but starting Jan. 1, a business class passenger would earn 10,298 Aeroplan points and 41,192 SQCs. Story continues below advertisement But if a 35K member booked the flight, they'd earn 30,894 Aeroplan points and 41,192 SQCs. 'Someone who's just casually booking business fares because they've saved enough and they're looking to travel luxury could potentially earn status now and I think that's a big game changer,' Choi said.
Cision Canada
5 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Air Canada Redefines How Members Earn Aeroplan Points and Achieve Aeroplan Elite Status Français
Members will earn points based on dollars spent, versus distance flown New structure designed to better reward the program's most engaged members Frequent bonus points offers and promotions will help members earn rewards faster MONTRÉAL, Aug. 6, 2025 /CNW/ - Effective for travel on or after January 1, 2026, Aeroplan members will earn points on eligible Air Canada flights based on dollars spent rather than the distance they travel. On the same date, Air Canada will introduce Status Qualifying Credits (SQC), a new single path for achieving Aeroplan Elite status, that will change how members qualify for status based on their activities from January 1, 2026 onward. Members will be able to get SQC through eligible flight purchases, Aeroplan credit card spending, and activity with the program's travel and everyday partners. These changes are designed to better recognize Aeroplan members who spend more and travel more with Air Canada and who actively engage across the program, while keeping Aeroplan Elite status truly special. "Aeroplan has grown into one of the most rewarding and widely used travel loyalty programs," said Scott O'Leary, Vice President, Loyalty & Product at Air Canada. "Our most engaged members do more than just fly with us—they earn with our partners, choose flexible fares, and carry Aeroplan credit cards. These changes help us better recognize their loyalty and keep improving the experience." Aeroplan Elite status qualification is unchanged for the remainder of 2025, including how members achieve status for 2026. What's changing in 2026 Here's how members will earn Aeroplan points and qualify for Aeroplan Elite Status as of January 1, 2026: Earn points based on spend. Members will earn a minimum of 1 Aeroplan point per $1 spent on an eligible Air Canada flight (base fare and carrier surcharges, excluding applicable taxes, fees, and third-party charges). For example: Spend $427 on base fare and carrier surcharges (excluding applicable taxes, fees and third-party charges), get 427 Aeroplan points. Frequent bonus points offers, enabling members to reach rewards faster. Aeroplan Elite status Members earn more on Air Canada flights. Depending on their status level at time of travel, Aeroplan Elite status members will earn 2x to 6x Aeroplan points per dollar spent on eligible Air Canada flights. Qualify for Elite Status with SQC. Get up to 4 SQC per dollar on eligible Air Canada fares (base fare and carrier surcharges, excluding applicable taxes, fees, and third-party charges) based on fare type, plus up to 25,000 SQC through eligible Aeroplan credit card spending and get an additional 25,000 SQC via eligible partner activity. Along with the new SQC-based qualification path, Aeroplan Elite status Members will have more ways to unlock benefits and get more from their status: Core Benefits continue to be offered based on status, including complimentary checked bags, priority airport services, and more. Milestone Benefits unlocked every 10,000 SQC, offering perks like bonus SQC, Status Passes and more. 10% Head Start. Beginning in 2027, primary Aeroplan premium credit cardholders who qualify for Aeroplan Elite status can receive a 10% SQC bonus based on their previous year's earnings. While each member's activity will determine their new status level, we expect many of our current Aeroplan Elite status Members will benefit from the expanded ways to accumulate SQC. These changes are designed to better recognize and reward Aeroplan's most loyal and engaged members. For more information about these changes, visit and Aeroplan Celebrated at the 2025 Freddie Awards Aeroplan earned three top honours at this year's Freddie Awards: Program of the Year (Airline) Best Elite Program (Airline) Best Promotion (Airline) for its 40th Anniversary Campaign. With more than nine million votes cast by loyalty program members globally, Aeroplan is proud to be recognized for delivering exceptional rewards and experiences to its members. More ways to earn and redeem, every day Aeroplan members can earn or redeem points on more than 45 airlines to 1,300+ destinations globally, without blackouts or surcharges. Redeem for one-way short-haul flights from 6,000 points, access 9,000+ hotel partner properties via Aeroplan HotelSavers, or shop brands like Amazon, Apple, and Dyson at the Aeroplan eStore, with redemptions starting from 3,500 points. To join Aeroplan's community of more than nine million active members and start turning daily purchases into points for flights, hotel stays, gifts and more, visit About Air Canada Air Canada is Canada's largest airline, the country's flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world's most comprehensive air transportation network. Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada's Aeroplan program is Canada's premier travel loyalty program, where members can earn or redeem points on the world's largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada's passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada's climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. For additional information, please see Air Canada's TCFD disclosure. Air Canada shares are publicly traded on the TSX in Canada and the OTCQX in the US. Media Resources: Photos Videos B-Roll Articles SOURCE Air Canada
Daily Record
03-08-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
NSPCC offer advice to children worried about Scottish exam results day
NSPCC is dishing out valuable tips for parents and young people as Scottish exam results day looms Exam results day can be an extremely nerve-wracking and anxiety-inducing time for young people. Scottish exam results day for 2025 is on Tuesday, August 5, meaning it won't be long until scholars know what their future holds. Students will receive their Scottish Qualification Certificate (SQC) by post, and those who signed up for MySQA will receive their results via text or email. But it is important to pay attention to children's worries around this day. Last year, Childline delivered 706 counselling sessions across the UK where the young person mentioned exam results worries. Exam results worries can impact their mental health such as trouble sleeping, depression and low mood, lack of self-confidence, feeling pressure to achieve high grades, and even self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. One Scots teen told NSPCC they were "scared for their future," adding: "I want to become a nurse, but I don't think I got the grades I need to get into the uni I want. I feel useless, as school is the one thing I thought I excelled at." Another 15-year-old reported feeling "numb," admitting: "I've lost all motivation to revise or do the things I like. I haven't been feeling like myself - I'm pushing everyone away and I don't know why. I just want everything to stop." Adeniyi Alade, Service Head of Childline in Scotland, said: "At Childline, we want to reassure young people that their value isn't defined by grades. There are many different routes to success and not getting the results you hoped for doesn't close the door on your future. "Childline is here for any young person who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious or just needs someone to talk to, our counsellors are available 24/7 by phone or online chat to listen and support you." NSPCC tips for children and young people Remember results don't define you Your worth extends far beyond exam grades. There are always options whatever you achieve, and one set of results doesn't determine your entire future. Avoid comparing yourself to others Focus on your own journey and achievements rather than comparing your results to friends or peers on social media. Talk to someone you trust Share your feelings with family, friends, teachers, or contact Childline. Write down your worries - then tear up the paper or share them with a trusted adult. Focus on what you can control If results aren't what you hoped, research alternative pathways, clearing options, or retake opportunities rather than dwelling on what's already done. Look after your wellbeing Make a list of the things that bring you joy and find time to do them. Eat well, get enough sleep, and do activities that help you relax. Tips for parents Listen without judgement Listen to your child, give them support and avoid criticism. Encourage your child to talk openly about how they're feeling and to share any worries or concerns. Be reassuring about the future It's important they know you'll support and help them whatever their results. Let them know that failing is not the end of the world. Help them see alternative options Talk with them about their 'plan B' if the 'worst case' did happen. This can help it feel more manageable. Manage your own expectations Many children who contact Childline feel that most pressure at exam time comes from their family. Keep perspective and avoid adding to their stress. Focus on their effort and progress Acknowledge successes, reassure disappointments and celebrate the hard work they've put in, regardless of the outcome
