Aeroplan marks 40th anniversary

13.07.2024 - 13:54 / traveldailynews.com / Air Canada / Theodore Koumelis

Aeroplan marks its 40th anniversary with a chance for members to win 1 million points and enjoy exclusive offers, reflecting its status as a premier global travel loyalty program.

MONTREAL – Aeroplan, Canada’s leading travel loyalty program, is marking its 40th birthday with a special Aeroplan-niversary celebration and as special guests of honour, Aeroplan’s 8 million+ members are being given a chance to win 1 of 40 prizes of 1 million Aeroplan points each, in addition to enjoying 10 days of exclusive offers to save big and earn more.

“Thanks to our members, Aeroplan has become one of the best travel loyalty programs globally. To celebrate this achievement, we’re excited to team up with our premier travel and everyday partners who help our members tap into their full earning and redemption potential across a wide range of flights, hotel stays and everyday purchases,” said Scott O’Leary, Vice President, Loyalty and Product at Air Canada. “Whether a member for 1 year or for 40, our members can earn more points faster and can travel to more than 1,300+ destinations worldwide. Cheers to the next 40 years!”

From July 3 to 17, 2024, Aeroplan is offering members a chance to win 1 of 40 prizes of 1 million Aeroplan points* each, with Aeroplan Elite Status Members receiving an additional entry. This, in addition to a 10-day extravaganza of exclusive offers** on flights, hotels and purchases from everyday partners, including:

In addition, members who apply and are approved for their first Aeroplan affiliated Credit Card will receive 40% more points on every eligible purchase for the first 40 days.^†

Beyond the 10-day extravaganza, the Aeroplan program today has transformed into a daily source of points and rewards for Canadians.

Purchases from world-class Aeroplan partners like Starbucks, Uber, Ontario’s LCBO, 1,200+ participating Parkland locations Canada-wide, help Aeroplan members earn every day. Even a night in can bring them closer to the next getaway or reward, with points earned on food, grocery and retail deliveries through Uber Eats.

Members can earn on every Air Canada operated flight, across all fare classes, and with the program’s 45+ partners, as well as on select in-flight extras, like food and beverage and duty-free purchases. In 2023 alone, members redeemed for over 1.5 million flights, hotel stays and Air Canada Vacation packages.

Aeroplan affiliated Credit Cardholders can earn points on everyday purchases like gas and groceries, enjoy regular offers and unlock exclusive benefits like preferred pricing on Air Canada flight rewards, free first checked bags***, access to premium travel services*** such as Maple Leaf Lounges and priority boarding, and a generous welcome bonus for first time