Master thread: CIBC Aeroplan credit cards
May 10, 2021, 10:31 am
#346
Join Date: May 2006
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC SE, UA Silver, Bonvoy LT Titanium, Accor Diamond, Hilton Gold
Posts: 417
Yup. I spent $8,900 so I should see at least 1,000 SQM. April’s posted fine. The only change I see is the new EDQ reporting (which is likely useless for most of us). I've sent an email to the super elite email address.
Last edited by Benner; May 10, 2021 at 10:33 am Reason: AQM > SQM and EQD > EDQ
May 10, 2021, 10:54 am
#347
Join Date: Feb 2019
Location: ARN
Programs: AC, SK, Marriott
Posts: 1,150
May 10, 2021, 11:27 am
#348
Join Date: May 2006
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC SE, UA Silver, Bonvoy LT Titanium, Accor Diamond, Hilton Gold
Posts: 417
Jun 22, 2021, 8:29 pm
#349
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,774
I'm trying to figure out why CIBC's bonus miles for travel and dining on the VIP card (1.5 points per $ vs the 1.25 base earn rate) post separately to Aeroplan from the same bonus on gas and grocery... Maybe because the regular Infinite card gets the gas and grocery but not travel and dining, and somehow it's easier for them to post it that way?
Jun 23, 2021, 6:00 pm
#350
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: YSC (and all its regularly scheduled flights)
Posts: 2,521
I'm trying to figure out why CIBC's bonus miles for travel and dining on the VIP card (1.5 points per $ vs the 1.25 base earn rate) post separately to Aeroplan from the same bonus on gas and grocery... Maybe because the regular Infinite card gets the gas and grocery but not travel and dining, and somehow it's easier for them to post it that way?
Aug 17, 2021, 8:13 am
#351
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,774
- Rollover of up to 50 eUps
- Rollover of SQM/SQS beyond what status you qualify for
- Discounted pricing on Aeroplan redemptions
- Bonus SQM/SQS for spending on the card
- 1.25 points per $ basic earning vs 1/$ on the Aventura
- Right now, there's a promo on to uptier your status for next year if you spend $10K on the card in the next couple months
The big question might be on the relative value of Aeroplan points vs Aventura points, and I don't have much insight in to that. Apologies if you've already considered all this, but just thought I'd share my thoughts on the VIP card, since I did see a material positive change in the value proposition with the new program.
Aug 17, 2021, 11:29 am
#352
Original Member
Join Date: May 1998
Location: Canada
Programs: AC SE 2MM, HH Dd, SPG; IC Pl/A; AA; DL
Posts: 14,321
It has worked out OK for me and, due to cash back promos on the Reserve card, cost me less than my old AMEX Aeroplan Gold card (that I have now ditched). See my post at:
CASH BACK PAYS OFF
I am sure there won't be as many cash back promos next year but one never knows.
Last edited by BlondeBomber; Aug 17, 2021 at 11:38 am
Aug 23, 2021, 5:21 pm
#353
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Calgary, AB
Programs: AC SE100k, Marriott Titanium, Accor Platinum, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 428
@Cerberus, I understand the annual fee is quite high, and for years I stuck with the regular Infinite card rather than the privilege because I felt the same way. Have you given it a thorough evaluation in light of the new benefits though? For the extra $460 a year, you get:
The big question might be on the relative value of Aeroplan points vs Aventura points, and I don't have much insight in to that. Apologies if you've already considered all this, but just thought I'd share my thoughts on the VIP card, since I did see a material positive change in the value proposition with the new program.
- Rollover of up to 50 eUps
- Rollover of SQM/SQS beyond what status you qualify for
- Discounted pricing on Aeroplan redemptions
- Bonus SQM/SQS for spending on the card
- 1.25 points per $ basic earning vs 1/$ on the Aventura
- Right now, there's a promo on to uptier your status for next year if you spend $10K on the card in the next couple months
The big question might be on the relative value of Aeroplan points vs Aventura points, and I don't have much insight in to that. Apologies if you've already considered all this, but just thought I'd share my thoughts on the VIP card, since I did see a material positive change in the value proposition with the new program.
Many thanks again for your help and information Adam!
Aug 23, 2021, 5:32 pm
#354
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: YSC (and all its regularly scheduled flights)
Posts: 2,521
So after reviewing your notes and then having a chat with my wife and CIBC, I was able to start the process to switch us over the Aeroplan Infinite Privilege card. Didn't hurt that I was able to get them to waive the annual fee once. Now, the question is, how do I get the upgrades that I currently have to roll over?
Many thanks again for your help and information Adam!
Many thanks again for your help and information Adam!
Aug 23, 2021, 5:33 pm
#355
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,774
Good result! I didn't manage to get that.
You don't need to do anything, they'll just roll over automatically, as long as you keep the card through at least the end of the year.
Happy to help 
Now, the question is, how do I get the upgrades that I currently have to roll over?
Many thanks again for your help and information Adam!
Nov 2, 2021, 11:26 am
#356
Join Date: Jun 2021
Programs: Air Canada Super Elite 2MM, bonvoy titanium lifetime, united silver
Posts: 86
Did anyone else not receive their CIBC visa infinite privilege sqm for October ? I got the aeroplan points but no sqm and am now on the maddening aeroplan saying call CIBC and CIBC saying call aeroplan carousel of frustration.
Nov 2, 2021, 12:12 pm
#357
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: YSC (and all its regularly scheduled flights)
Posts: 2,521
Probably a stupid question, but did you cross a $5k threshold to get it? I didn't get SQM, but also didn't spend much that month. I don't keep close enough track, really.
Nov 2, 2021, 7:58 pm
#359
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,774
Nov 2, 2021, 8:20 pm
#360
Join Date: Feb 2019
Location: ARN
Programs: AC, SK, Marriott
Posts: 1,150