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AIR MILES Is Gone. Here's What Actually Earns You Travel Now

  If you've been holding onto a Air Miles card waiting to redeem for a flight, the program you signed up for doesn't exist anymore — and the cards that replaced it aren't the best game in town. If you searched "best AIR MILES credit card" and landed here, there's something you need to know first: there is no such thing anymore. AIR MILES, the loyalty program that's been part of Canadian wallets since 1992, officially became BMO Blue Rewards on June 2, 2026. BMO had already stopped issuing new AIR MILES cards back in January, and every collector's Miles converted automatically into Blue Points at a rate of roughly 1 Air Mile to 15.79 Blue Points — no action needed, no lost value. That's good news if you're a longtime collector sitting on a pile of Miles. It's less good news if you were hoping to earn free flights that way going forward, because Blue Rewards was built to compete with PC Optimum and Scene+ — grocery, gas, and everyday spendi...

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Rising Costs, Rising Tensions: Canada Faces Economic and Political Crossroads



Canadians are grappling with mounting challenges as food prices continue to climb, putting pressure on households already stretched by inflation. Analysts warn that the rising cost of essentials could deepen inequality and fuel public frustration heading into the new year.

Meanwhile, First Nations leaders are preparing for critical talks with federal officials. The meeting is expected to focus on sovereignty, resource management, and long-standing issues of reconciliation. Advocates say the discussions could mark a turning point in government–Indigenous relations if concrete commitments are made.

In British Columbia, political turbulence within the Conservative Party has added another layer of uncertainty. Internal divisions and leadership disputes have sparked chaos, raising questions about the party’s ability to present a united front in upcoming provincial debates.

Together, these developments highlight a Canada at a crossroads—where economic strain, Indigenous rights, and political instability converge to shape the national conversation.


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