Sep 26, 2023, 6:55 pm
Last edit by: Bohemian1
What is the birthday perk thing?
Some Aeroplan members are offered a selection perks via an email on or around their birthday.
Does everyone get this offer on their birthday?
No. The offer seems to be targeted somewhat randomly. You may get it one year, but not the next. No one here understands for sure how the offer is awarded.
So, what are these perks?
The offers seem to vary, but as of the last Wiki edit, here is a summary of the ones reported:
25% OFF BASE FARES + A PREFERRED SEAT
When you book a domestic, transborder, or Caribbean flight by XXX for travel by YYY (subject to availability)
EARN 5X ON A BIRTHDAY RIDE!
Earn 5X the points on your next Uber Comfort, UberXL, Uber Premier or Uber Black ride by XXX
UP TO 10% OFF VACATION PACKAGES
When you book a vacation package with Air Canada Vacations® to select destinations by XXX for travel by YYY.
Note: As of last Wiki edit, this appears to have been replaced by the following ACV offer:
UP TO 8,000 BONUS PTS ON VACATION PACKAGES
Spend up to $999 per member for 2,000 bonus pts, spend $1,000‑$1,999 for 3,000 pts, or spend $2,000+ for 8,000 pts.
500pts
With a purchase of $50 or more via the Aeroplan eStore.
100pts
Celebrate simply! Get 100 bonus points (250 points for some) for your special day.
The following perk was reported shortly after the birthday perk was launched, but appears to be no longer offered:
500pts
When you load your linked Starbucks Rewards account with $50 or more.
Sounds great! So, do I get ALL of those perks?
No, you get your choice of one of them.
Is there a catch?
Sort of. Several of the perks come with date restrictions. The 'XXX' date referenced above is usually about 30 days after your actual birthday. The YYY date is usually about 7 months after your birthday. More or less. And the 25% off can't be used for J fares.
Some Aeroplan members are offered a selection perks via an email on or around their birthday.
Does everyone get this offer on their birthday?
No. The offer seems to be targeted somewhat randomly. You may get it one year, but not the next. No one here understands for sure how the offer is awarded.
So, what are these perks?
The offers seem to vary, but as of the last Wiki edit, here is a summary of the ones reported:
25% OFF BASE FARES + A PREFERRED SEAT
When you book a domestic, transborder, or Caribbean flight by XXX for travel by YYY (subject to availability)
EARN 5X ON A BIRTHDAY RIDE!
Earn 5X the points on your next Uber Comfort, UberXL, Uber Premier or Uber Black ride by XXX
UP TO 10% OFF VACATION PACKAGES
When you book a vacation package with Air Canada Vacations® to select destinations by XXX for travel by YYY.
Note: As of last Wiki edit, this appears to have been replaced by the following ACV offer:
UP TO 8,000 BONUS PTS ON VACATION PACKAGES
Spend up to $999 per member for 2,000 bonus pts, spend $1,000‑$1,999 for 3,000 pts, or spend $2,000+ for 8,000 pts.
500pts
With a purchase of $50 or more via the Aeroplan eStore.
100pts
Celebrate simply! Get 100 bonus points (250 points for some) for your special day.
The following perk was reported shortly after the birthday perk was launched, but appears to be no longer offered:
500pts
When you load your linked Starbucks Rewards account with $50 or more.
Sounds great! So, do I get ALL of those perks?
No, you get your choice of one of them.
Is there a catch?
Sort of. Several of the perks come with date restrictions. The 'XXX' date referenced above is usually about 30 days after your actual birthday. The YYY date is usually about 7 months after your birthday. More or less. And the 25% off can't be used for J fares.
Aeroplan birthday perk
Aug 15, 2021, 7:08 pm
#16
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: YLW
Programs: AC- SE100 1MM, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Platinum, National Executive, Nexus/GE
Posts: 4,307
No official AC birthday perk, however when I arrived in YYC yesterday, Chris the concierge was standing at the gate waiting for me. I got off my flight and he presented to me a birthday card and some of my known favorite treats from AC. This was unexpected and awesome, thank you, Chris.
Aug 16, 2021, 8:03 am
#18
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: YLW
Programs: AC- SE100 1MM, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Platinum, National Executive, Nexus/GE
Posts: 4,307
Aug 16, 2021, 10:19 pm
#20
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: YVR - Vancouver, with most winter weekends in Whistler.
Programs: Aeroplan 35K, Alaska MVP, Marriott Titanium / Lifetime Platinum, Hertz President's Circle
Posts: 4,609
I had a birthday on August 12 and I didn't get anything for this 35K flyer (laughing)
Aug 16, 2021, 11:13 pm
#21
Join Date: Jul 2021
Programs: AP AS BA
Posts: 364
Here's the full T&C for the 25% off base fare plus seat selection.
Valid on new bookings made by September 15, 2021 at 23:59 EST with a departure city located in Canada. Valid on any flights operated by Air Canada® (including Air Canada Express® and operated by Air Canada Rouge®) originating in Canada to destinations within Canada, to the United States (including Hawaii), to Mexico and to the Caribbean, and for travel completed by February 16, 2022. Codeshare and interline flights are excluded.
Voucher code for this Birthday Perk will provide a one‑time discount of 25% off all Economy class undiscounted Air Canada published base fares only, which form part of the applicable air transportation charges, when booking on aircanada.com. Discounts will not be applied to: surcharges (which are included in the air transportation charges), taxes, fees and charges. Surcharges, taxes, fees and charges apply in full to all bookings and must be paid by travelers, including children and infants occupying a seat. Maximum of five passengers per booking.
Voucher code will also provide a Preferred Seat to all passengers on the booking, up to 5 passengers. As inventory is limited, Preferred Seats may not be available at time of booking.
All flights are subject to Air Canada’s General Conditions of Carriage and Tariffs and can be found on aircanada.com.
Due to travel restrictions, government recommendations and passenger demand resulting from the impact of COVID 19, eligible scheduled flights available for booking during the Offer Period may vary and are subject to change at any time without notice.
Valid on new bookings made by September 15, 2021 at 23:59 EST with a departure city located in Canada. Valid on any flights operated by Air Canada® (including Air Canada Express® and operated by Air Canada Rouge®) originating in Canada to destinations within Canada, to the United States (including Hawaii), to Mexico and to the Caribbean, and for travel completed by February 16, 2022. Codeshare and interline flights are excluded.
Voucher code for this Birthday Perk will provide a one‑time discount of 25% off all Economy class undiscounted Air Canada published base fares only, which form part of the applicable air transportation charges, when booking on aircanada.com. Discounts will not be applied to: surcharges (which are included in the air transportation charges), taxes, fees and charges. Surcharges, taxes, fees and charges apply in full to all bookings and must be paid by travelers, including children and infants occupying a seat. Maximum of five passengers per booking.
Voucher code will also provide a Preferred Seat to all passengers on the booking, up to 5 passengers. As inventory is limited, Preferred Seats may not be available at time of booking.
All flights are subject to Air Canada’s General Conditions of Carriage and Tariffs and can be found on aircanada.com.
Due to travel restrictions, government recommendations and passenger demand resulting from the impact of COVID 19, eligible scheduled flights available for booking during the Offer Period may vary and are subject to change at any time without notice.
Aug 17, 2021, 9:03 am
#24
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: YXU
Programs: AC SE100K, Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite, IHG Platinum Elite
Posts: 326
Aug 17, 2021, 9:46 am
#25
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,226
Valid on new bookings made by September 15, 2021 at 23:59 EST with a departure city located in Canada. Valid on any flights operated by Air Canada® (including Air Canada Express® and operated by Air Canada Rouge®) originating in Canada to destinations within Canada, to the United States (including Hawaii), to Mexico and to the Caribbean, and for travel completed by February 16, 2022. Codeshare and interline flights are excluded.
Aug 17, 2021, 9:48 am
#26
Join Date: Dec 2020
Posts: 25
Aug 26, 2021, 2:58 pm
#30
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: 16,767