Best American Express Credit Cards in Canada - September 2026

Earn up to 60,000 Membership Rewards^® points:

• New American Express^® Gold Rewards Cardmembers, earn 5,000 Membership Rewards^® points for each monthly billing period in which you spend $1,000 in net purchases on your Card

Card features

• Earn 2 points for every $1 in Card purchases for eligible travel purchases, including flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and more
• Earn 2 points for every $1 in Card purchases at eligible gas stations, grocery stores and drugstores in Canada, and 1 point for every $1 in Card purchases everywhere else
• The Card is now available in your choice of Gold or Rose Gold metal options
• Receive a C$50 statement credit when you charge your American Express Gold Rewards Card for NEXUS membership or renewal fees
• You have access to an annual $100 CAD Travel Credit, compliments of your American Express Gold Rewards Card. Use the credit once annually towards any single travel booking of $100 or more charged to your Gold Rewards Card through American Express Travel Online
• As a Gold Rewards Cardmember, you can receive complimentary membership in Priority Pass^TM – one of the world’s largest independent airport lounge programs. Escape the chaos of airports and relax in an oasis of calm and simply enjoy the fact that the travel experience has begun before your plane has even left the ground. Enrollment is required and entry fees apply
• Enjoy four (4) free visits per calendar year to Plaza Premium lounges in Canada. Entry fees apply once complimentary visits have been used
• Charge any eligible purchase to your credit Card then log in to redeem your earned points for a statement credit
• Transfer points 1:1 to several frequent flyer and other loyalty programs
• 1 Free Additional Gold Rewards Card (a $50 value) to help you earn points faster
• Subject to approval. The preferred rate for purchases is 21.99% and funds advances is 21.99%. If you have Missed Payments, the applicable rates for your account will be 25.99% and/or 29.99%. See the information box included with the application for the definition of Missed Payment and which rates apply to charges on your account and other details.

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

Earn a welcome bonus of up to 70,000 Membership Rewards® points in your first year.

• Earn 50,000 Membership Rewards^® points after spending $7,500 in purchases within the first three months of Cardmembership.
• Plus, earn an additional 20,000 points after spending $30,000 on your Card in your first 12 months of Cardmembership.
• That’s up to $700 in statement credits to reinvest in your business.

Plus, earn 10,000 bonus points in each calendar quarter when you spend $20,000 or more. That could add up to $400 in value every year

Earn points that you can redeem in a variety of ways.

• Earn 1 Membership Rewards^® point for every dollar in purchases charged to the Card and get the most out of your business expenses.
• Enjoy an exceptional line-up of rewards redemption options for you and your business, including travel, dining, entertainment, gift cards, merchandise, and more with Membership Rewards program.
• Transfer points to frequent flyer and hotel programs, including one-to-one to Aeroplan^®* and Avios.

Unlock business possibilities with a full suite of business management tools that give you more control over your business – anytime and anywhere

• Take advantage of purchasing power that grows with your business with no pre-set spending limit on purchases. With this Card, your purchasing power adjusts dynamically with your Card usage, and can grow over time, as long as you make your payments on time and maintain a good credit history
• Maximize your cash flow with up to 55 interest free days so you can keep more cash on hand when you need it most.
• Pay for business expenses over time with Flexible Payment Option
• This charge card has both Due in Full and Flexible Payment Option balances. All Due in Full balances must be paid each month. Interest rate of 30% applies to each delinquent Due in Full charge. This rate is effective from the day account is opened. The Preferred rate of 21.99% applies to your Flexible Payment Option balance. If you have 2 separate Missed Payments in a 12 month period, the Flexible Payment Option rate for your account will be 25.99%. If you have 3 or more separate Missed Payments in a 12 month period, the Flexible Payment Option Rate will be 29.99%. These rates are effective from the day the Flexible Payment Option is first available on your account.

Access comprehensive insurance coverage for your travel needs.

• Access Travel Emergency Assistance, and up to $100,000 Travel Accident Insurance when you fully charge your tickets to your Business Gold Rewards Card.
• Plus, access Lost or Stolen Baggage Insurance, Flight Delay Insurance, and Baggage Delay Insurance when you fully charge your airline tickets to your Business Gold Rewards Card.
• Save money when travelling with complimentary Car Rental Theft and Damage Insurance

Access coverage that can protect your business purchases when you charge the full price of eligible items to your Business Gold Rewards Card.

• Protect your eligible purchases against accidental physical damage and theft for up to 90 days with Purchase Protection^® Plan
• Double the manufacturer’s original warranty up to one additional year with Buyer’s Assurance^® Protection Plan

Access to coverage for mobile devices purchased for business use.

• Access Mobile Device Insurance of up to $1,000 in the event of theft, loss or accidental damage, anywhere in the world, when you fully charge or finance the purchase price of an eligible mobile device on your Business Gold Rewards Card.

• In your first year as a new Cobalt Cardmember, you can earn 1,250 Membership Rewards® points for each monthly billing period in which you spend $750 in net purchases on your Card. This could add up to 15,000 points in a year. That’s up to $150 towards a weekend getaway or concert tickets

Card features

• Earn 5X the points on eligible eats and drinks in Canada, including groceries and food delivery. Spend cap applies.
• Earn 3X the points on eligible streaming subscriptions in Canada
• Earn 2X the points for eligible gas, public transit and ride sharing purchases in Canada
• Earn 1 additional point on eligible hotel and car rental bookings via American Express Travel Online
• Earn 1X point for every $1 in Card purchases everywhere else
• Fees: $15.99/month (Equals $191.88 annually) for non-Quebec residents. $191.88/year for Quebec residents.
• Enjoy access to hotel bookings, a room upgrade (when available), 12pm check-in and late check-out (when available), and up to $100 USD hotel credit to use on amenities when charged to the room for a stay of 2 or more consecutive nights through The Hotel Collection from American Express Travel
• Transfer points 1:1 to several frequent flyer and other loyalty programs
• Access Front Of The Line^® Amex^TM Presale & Reserved Tickets to some of your favourite concerts and theatre performances and special offers and events curated for Cardmembers with Amex Experiences^TM

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

New cardholders of the American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Reserve Card can earn up to 85,000 Aeroplan points

• • Earn 60,000 points after spending $7,500 on your Card within your first 3 months of Cardmembership
    
  • Plus, earn an additional 25,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $2,500 in the 13th month
  • Earn up to $4,400 in value within your first 13 months. When you combine the welcome bonus offer of up to $1,700 in value with your earning potential from normal and accelerated spending categories offering approximately $1,760 and the $1,000 in value you get with exceptional benefits, you can earn up to $4,400 or more in value within your first 13 months. Terms and usage assumptions apply.

Card features

• Cardmembers can now get an extra night free for every 3 hotel nights redeemed with Aeroplan points. Enjoy even more at over 300,000 hotel properties worldwide
• Highest Air Canada earn rate on an Aeroplan payment card in Canada: Earn 3X the points on eligible purchases made directly with Air Canada®* and Air Canada Vacations®*
• Standard Earn Rate: Earn 2X the points on eligible Dining and Food Delivery purchases in Canada and earn 1.25X the points on everything else
  
• Get through the airport quicker with Air Canada Priority Check-In, Air Canada Priority Boarding and Air Canada Priority Baggage Handling
• Enjoy access to select Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges^™* and Air Canada Café^™ in North America for you and a guest, with a same day ticket on a departing Air Canada^®* or Star Alliance^®* flight
• Enjoy your eligible first checked bag free for up to 9 people travelling on the same reservation on Air Canada flights
• Get a 10% Head Start. Starting in 2027, eligible Basic Cardmembers with Aeroplan Elite^TM* Status will receive a 10% head start toward qualification, based on Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) accumulated the year before. Roll over any unallocated unused eUpgrade Credits to the following year to enjoy during your travels
• Get access with your American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Reserve Card to more than 1,200 Priority Pass airport lounges That means an oasis of comfort before your flight—regardless of your choice of airline or cabin class
• Receive up to $100 CAD in statement credits every four years when a NEXUS application or renewal fee is charged to your American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card
• Receive one Annual Worldwide Companion Pass when you spend $25,000 in net purchases prior to your Card anniversary date; your Pass entitles you to buy an accompanying Air Canada economy class ticket for a companion at a fixed base fare from $99 to a maximum of $599 CAD (plus taxes, fees, charges, and surcharges)
• Amex Experiences^TM opens doors for you to access a number of special events, including special dining experiences, VIP parties, advance film screenings and more
• Get more from your travel experience at Toronto Pearson International Airport with:
  • Access to Pearson Priority Security Lane
  • Complimentary valet service at the Express Park and Daily Park
  • 15% discount on parking rates at the Express Park and Daily Park
  • 15% discount on Auto Care services
• American Express® Aeroplan®* Reserve Card is made from precision cut and engraved 13 g metal – it’s the perfect companion on your next exceptional journey
• Insurance Coverage: whether you’re shopping nearby or travelling abroad, you can feel confident knowing you can be taken care of

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

• New American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Cardmembers can earn up to 45,000 Aeroplan points:
  • Earn 35,000 Aeroplan points after spending $7,500 in purchases on your Card within the first 6 months.
  • Plus, earn an additional 10,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $1,000 in the 13th month.
  • You could earn up to $1,550 in value within your first 13 months. When you combine the Welcome Bonus offer of up to $900 in value, your earn potential in accelerated and everyday spend earn rate categories with approximately $515 in value, and the $140 in value you get from exceptional benefits, you can earn up to $1,550 or more in value within your first 13 months. Terms and usage assumptions apply.

Card features

• Standard Earn Rate: Earn 2X the points on eligible purchases made directly with Air Canada®* and Air Canada Vacations®*
• Standard Earn Rate: Earn 1.5X the points on eligible Dining and Food Delivery purchases in Canada
• Standard Earn Rate: Earn 1X the points on everything else
• Enjoy your first checked bag free (up to 23kg/50lb) for up to 9 people travelling on the same reservation on Air Canada®* flights
• Get 1,000 Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) for every $20,000 in eligible net purchases charged to your Card, up to 25,000 SQC
• As an American Express Aeroplan Cardmember, you can often book flight rewards for even fewer points with preferred pricing
• Amex Experiences^TM opens doors for you to access a number of special events, including special dining experiences, VIP parties, advance film screenings and more
• Enjoy an array of travel related insurance benefits such as Lost or Stolen Baggage Insurance and up to $500,000 in Travel Accident Insurance
• 24/7 Customer Service and Emergency Card Replacement
• As part of our commitment to sustainability, the American Express® Aeroplan®* Card has been made with 70% reclaimed plastic
• No pre-set spending limit on purchases gives you flexibility. Using a charge card is a great way to manage your finances as the balance must be paid in full each month*

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

Earn up to 110,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy^® points

• New Marriott Bonvoy^® Business American Express^®* Cardmembers can receive 80,000 Marriott Bonvoy^® points as a bonus after charging $10,000 to their Card in the first 6 months of Cardmembership.
• Plus, earn 30,000 Points by making a purchase during your 15th month of Cardmembership.
• Offer ends September 22, 2026.

Earn Marriott Bonvoy points that you can redeem in a variety of ways:

• Earn 5 points for every $1 in Card purchases at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels.
• Earn 3 points for every $1 spent on eligible gas, dining and travel after your welcome offer ends, or the cap is reached.
• Earn 2 points for every $1 spent on everything else
• Redeem points for free nights with no blackout dates at over 7,000 of some of the world’s most extraordinary hotels and resorts around the globe. Use your points for flights on some of the world’s leading airlines

Make the most out of a full suite of business management tools that give you more control over your business – anytime and anywhere.

• Leverage your cash flow with the option of carrying a balance or paying in full each month
• Control employee expenses plus track and accumulate points on your account with Supplementary Cards, so you have an opportunity to maximize the points you earn.

Experience the exclusive benefits of the Marriott Bonvoy^® Business American Express^®* Card:

• Receive an Annual Free Night Award for up to 35,000 points at eligible hotels and resorts worldwide every year after your first anniversary
• Receive 15 Elite Night Credits each calendar year with your Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card. These can be used towards attaining the next level of Elite status in the Marriott Bonvoy program
• Enjoy an automatic upgrade to Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status when you reach $30,000 in purchases on the Card each year or when you combine 10 qualifying paid nights within one calendar year with the 15 Elite Night Credits from your card

Earn up to 110,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy^® points

• New Marriott Bonvoy^® American Express^®* Cardmembers can earn 80,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy^® points after you spend $6,000 on your Card in your first 6 months of Cardmembership
• Plus, earn 30,000 Points by making a purchase during your 15th month of Cardmembership.
• Offer ends September 22, 2026.

Card features

• Earn 5 points for every dollar in eligible Card purchases at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy^®
• Earn 2 points for every $1 in all other Card purchases
• Receive an Annual Free Night Award for up to 35,000 points at eligible hotels and resorts worldwide every year after your first anniversary
• No annual fee on Additional Cards.
• Redeem points for free nights with no blackout dates at over 7,000 of the world’s most desired hotels
• Automatic Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite status membership.
• Receive 15 Elite Night Credits each calendar year with your Marriott Bonvoy® American Express®* Card. These can be used towards attaining the next level of Elite status in the Marriott Bonvoy program.
• Enjoy an automatic upgrade to Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status when you reach $30,000 in purchases on the Card each year or when you combine 10 qualifying paid nights within one calendar year with the 15 Elite Night Credits from your card

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

• Get a bonus of 10% cash back on all your purchases during your first 3 months (up to $2,000 in purchases). Plus, get a $50 account credit when you make a purchase in the 13th month. You could accumulate up to $250 in bonus value during your first 13 months.
• Get enhanced earning rates on eligible gas and grocery purchases
• Get 4% cash back on eligible gas purchases in Canada, 4% cash back on eligible grocery purchases in Canada (up to $1,200 cash back per year), and 2% cash back on all other purchases
• Annual Fee: $9.99 per month (totaling $119.88 per year) for residents outside Quebec. $119 per year for residents of Quebec
• Access events and special offers curated for Cardmembers with Amex Experiences^TM
• Benefit from extensive insurance coverage and 24/7 customer service

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

• Get the Card that lets you live in the moment while getting ready for the future. The American Express^® Green Card lets you go for it with every swipe or tap of your Card
• As a new American Express^® Green Cardmember, you can earn a Welcome Bonus of 10,000 Membership Rewards^® points when you charge $1,000 in purchases to your Card in the first 3 months of Cardmembership. That’s $100 towards groceries or concert tickets
• Earn 1x the points on Card purchases
• Charge an eligible purchase to your Card and redeem your Membership Rewards points for a statement credit (All eligible purchases: 1,000 points = $10 statement credit)
• With Amex Experiences^TM and Front Of The Line^® Amex Presale Tickets^®, American Express Cardmembers get access to amazing events in Canada
• Transfer points 1:1 to several frequent flyer and other loyalty programs

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

• During your first 3 months of membership with the SimplyCash^® Card from American Express, you can earn a bonus of 5% cash back on all your purchases (up to $2,000 in purchases). This offer is in addition to your everyday cash back rates. That’s up to $100 in bonus cash back.
• Earn 2% cash back on eligible purchases at Canadian gas stations, 2% cash back on eligible purchases at Canadian grocery stores (up to $300 cash back per year), and 1.25% cash back on all other eligible purchases.
• Access events and special offers curated for Cardmembers with Amex Experiences^TM
• Insurance coverage and 24/7 Customer Service

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.