Linking Journie Rewards and Aeroplan for Max Rewards

Journie Rewards and Aeroplan members now have the ability to earn Aeroplan points at the pumps. Choosing this option and paying with one of the top Aeroplan credit cardswhen buying gas can ensure you're maximizing your earning opportunities.

Whether you fuel up at Ultramar, Pioneer, or one of Journie's other partners, this redemption option can be a game-changer for Aeroplan lovers. This article explains the process and potential rewards of making this switch.

Key Takeaways

• You can earn Aeroplan points at Journie Rewards.
• Simply collect Aeroplan points instead of Journie Rewards points.
• If you're a Journie Rewards member, you can link your accounts for even more rewards.
• When you link your accounts, you’ll get 300 Aeroplan points instead of the 7 cents per litre discount.

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The Journie Rewards and Aeroplan partnership

In 2023, Journie Rewards and Aeroplan announced they were teaming up to allow members to earn Aeroplan points on qualifying purchases at Journie Rewards member stations.

The amount of points you can earn depends on what you're purchasing and whether or not you've linked your Aeroplan and Journie Reward accounts.

How to earn by linking accounts

If you truly want to maximize your Aeroplan earnings, plan on linking your reward accounts. Aeroplan also throws in some exclusive perks and benefits when you do.

Here's what you'll earn:

• 1 Journie Rewards point per litre
• 2 Journie Rewards points per $1 spent in store
• 300 bonus Aeroplan points when you accumulate 300 Journie Rewards points

Plus, as you reach milestones in the Journie Rewards program, you might be offered Aeroplan points as your reward bonus.

How to earn without linking accounts

You aren't required to link accounts to earn Aeroplan points, although you won't earn as many points.

When you head to a Journie Rewards station, enter your Aeroplan number or swipe your Aeroplan card. You'll earn points at these rates:

• 1 Aeroplan point per 3 litres
• 1 Aeroplan point per $1 spent in store

Redeeming Journie Rewards and Aeroplan points

Once you've accumulated Journie Rewards points and Aeroplan points, what can you do with them?

If you choose to redeem Aeroplan points at Journie Rewards stations, here's what you can get for 300 points:

• Fuel discount of 7 cents per litre (on up to 50 litres per transaction)
• $5 voucher for On the Run convenience stores
• $5 off in-store discount at M&M Food Market
• Free Absolutely Everything Car Wash voucher when you redeem 1,100 Aeroplan points

If you're collecting Aeroplan points, you're probably saving them up for a free flight. But if you have some points lying around and don't plan on travelling anytime soon, reedeming at Journie Rewards stations isn't the worst way to use them.

Let's take a look at the gas savings. If you get the full 50 litres, saving 7 cents per litre would take $3.50 off of your bill. That puts a single Aeroplan point at 1.17 cents. So, this is actually the next-best way to use Aeroplan points after flights.

To use your Journie Rewards points, you need to hit a milestone of 75, 150, or 350 points. Then, you can choose a reward. For instance, at 75 and 150 points, you'll get freebies and exclusive discounts like free candy, drinks, bonus points, and more. At 300 points, you can choose from one of these rewards:

• 7 cents per litre off gas
• $5 off in-store
• 300 Aeroplan points (for linked members only)
• $5 off M&M Food Market
• 20 cents per kWh off EV charge

Once you select your reward, your Journie Rewards points counter resets. Note that if you link your Aeroplan account, you'll automatically get the Aeroplan points. However, you can use your Aeroplan points for things like car washes and in-store discounts.

How to link your Journie Rewards and Aeroplan accounts

If you want the most Aeroplan points on your fuel purchases, you'll want to link your accounts together. Here's how to do that in just a few simple steps:

1. Log in to the Journie Rewards app.
2. Tap "Learn More" under the Partner Hub heading.
3. Tap "Link Account" for Aeroplan.
4. Touch "Link Account" on the following screen to confirm.

If you don't have an Aeroplan account, you can set one up at this point.

Next, you'll see a screen showing that linking your accounts was successful. When you go back to the home screen, you'll see that Aeroplan has taken over as your preferred rewards.

If you ever want to stop earning Aeroplan points, you'll have to unlink your accounts in your account dashboard.

The rewards programs explained

Need a quick refresher on these popular programs? Take a look at what makes these free programs so valuable.

What are Aeroplan rewards?

Canada's largest airline, Air Canada, operates a free loyalty rewards program called Aeroplan. You can earn Aeroplan points by booking travel through Air Canada, using a co-branded credit card, or making purchases with partners that give Aeroplan points, like Journie Rewards.

You can use your Aeroplan points for travel, upgrades, car rentals, hotels, vacation packages, gift cards, and merchandise. Air Canada travellers also enjoy benefits like free checked bags and Maple Leaf Lounge access.

What are Journie Rewards?

Five of the biggest gas stations in Canada participate in the Journie Rewards loyalty program. Sign up for free online, in-store, or through the app and begin earning Journie Rewards points for gas, convenience store, and car wash purchases.

You can begin earning at these stations:

• On the Run
• Pioneer
• Fas Gas
• Ultramar
• Chevron

Electric vehicle owners can also participate in Journie Rewards. As a member, you'll earn 3 Journie points per kWh at On the Run charging stations once you've downloaded the rewards app.

When you reach earning milestones (75, 150, and 300 points) in the Journie Rewards program, you can select from rewards like free candy, Aeroplan points, in-store discounts, carbon offset credits, and gas discounts.

FAQ

How are Journie Rewards and Aeroplan related?

Although these are separate free reward programs, they began a partnership in 2023. By linking rewards accounts, Journie Rewards members can earn Aeroplan points and exclusive offers in addition to Journie Rewards points.

Can you tell me how to unlink Aeroplan from Journie Rewards?

Log in to the Journie Rewards app and select the "Unlink Accounts" option on the dashboard. You can choose to unlink Aeroplan or CIBC, depending on which programs you've linked to your account.

Is there a Journie Rewards app?

Yes, you can download the Journie Rewards app for free from the App Store (where it has a 4.8 rating out of 5) or Google Play. The app makes it easy to track your rewards or redeem points.

What is Journie Rewards?

Journie Rewards is the free loyalty rewards program for some of the most popular gas stations in Canada. When you buy gas, in-store purchases, or car washes, you earn points that you can redeem for rewards and discounts.

Can I earn Aeroplan points at gas stations?

Yes, you can enter your Aeroplan number at a participating gas station to earn points on fuel and purchases. To maximize your earnings, link your Aeroplan account to your Journie Rewards account.