My readers know I’m all about saving money. It was the catalyst for the start of Feisty Frugal and Fabulous ten years ago, and holds true today. I’m a girl with an eye for a good deal, and for figuring out ways to stretch the family budget that much further. I love discounts, coupons, rewards cards and loyalty programs. My thought is that if you’re going to spend the money anyway on the items your family needs every day like food, clothing and gas, you may as well save as much as you can or reward yourself for that purchase with a loyalty program.
This spring, we finally purchased a brand new second vehicle for our family of 5. For over a decade we only had one vehicle to carry us from one activity to the next, partly because my husband had a work vehicle most of the time. We had a “clunker” for a few years only used to get him to work and back (too unsafe for the kids, I said, and too embarrassing to be dropped off at school in, my son said) but our family budget just didn’t allow for a second vehicle no matter how desperately it was needed. Finally, we had saved enough and figured out how to make it work and our brand new second vehicle has made such a difference already for our busy family. Plus, it’s pretty cute.
So, when I heard the news that two brands were partnering together to stretch my dollar further, I took notice. Here’s why this is a big deal to me, and should be to you too!
Big Deal #1
Starting on October 31, Canadians will be able to link their Petro-Points card to any RBC debit or credit card to instantly save 3¢ per litre on fuel and earn 20 per cent more Petro-Points on qualifying purchases made at Petro-Canada. That means every single time you as an RBC card holder pays for gas at Petro-Canada once your cards are linked, you’re paying 3¢ per litre less than everyone else! AND, you get 20% more Petro-Points on that gas purchase, and the other goodies you may pick up in store (for me it’s always a pack of gum and a new phone cord because, kids).
Big Deal #2
RBC Rewards credit card holders will also earn 20% more RBC Rewards points on their Petro-Canada purchases. Yes, it’s a win-win if you have both a Petro-Points card and an RBC Rewards credit card (like me!) because you get bonus points on both.
Unlike other loyalty programs where the benefits are limited to a specific card, Canadians will be able to use every linked RBC card in their wallet to save instantly on fuel and earn more rewards points. So, even if you don’t have an RBC Rewards credit card (even though you should, I think!) you can still reap the bonus Petro-Points and save more at the pump when you use your RBC debit card. Amazing!
To link a Petro-Points card to your RBC profile on October 31, you simply need to visit rbc.com/petro-canada, enter your online banking credentials and Petro-Points card number, agree to the terms and conditions, and that’s it. Within two business days you’ll start receiving instant fuel savings and bonus points when they shop at Petro-Canada with their RBC card. And after that, you don’t need to pull out your Petro-Points card at all when paying with any RBC card because it will already be linked! Genius!
This post is sponsored by RBC and Petro-Canada. All expressed opinions and experiences are my own words.
Here’s a great way to start off the month of November! One of our readers is going to win a $100 Petro-Canada Gift Card! Simply fill in your name and email address in the form below to get started!
You know, I have a Petro card but I rarely use it – I need to get back on board with the program. I do really love rewards programs, I just find it hard to remember to use my cards all the time, but I am planning to do a better job so that I can take advantage of all the freebies, discounts etc.
The great thing with this partnership Jennifer is that once you link the cards, you only have to pull out your RBC debit or visa to pay and it’s all connected! Points, fuel discount, all there!
I really love that convenience!
I don’t currently use either of these rewards programs, but I just started driving so maybe it’s time to sign up.
I love rewards programs and I love free stuff. If I’m spending the money anyways why not gather some points along with it.
I am an ardent RBC rewards collector. I have been with them and find they have the best rewards program, I primarily use it for the flights!
I am not at RBC nor do I have a Petro- Canada card. I do have a couple other points cards though
i do have a petro card! petro is my favourite gas station for sure
We have a Petro card , i so love saving and earning points towards gas and stuff in the store !
I adore certain rewards programs and currently use the Petro Canada card religiously!
I have a petro card but rarely use it. I love rewards programs!
I do collect petro can points and love using rewards cards, my wallet is full of them! I figure if you shop there anyway why not collect rewards points.
I don’t have either RBC and/or Petro-Canada card but I belong to many other rewards programs.
I’m user of both and I love it !
I’m not an RBC/Petro Canada card user, but I do love my reward programs, generally. Shoppers, Airmiles, PC Points, Canadian Tire, etc.
We love the RBC reward program. Lots of Home Depot gift cards make the annoying emergency fixes around the house a little easier to take.
I am a Petro-Canada Points Member – and I love collecting and redeeming rewards!
I don’t use either reward cards, though I am with the RBC. I have a ton of membership cards connected to reward programmes though. I just have to remember to use them 🙂
I only have RBC .
I am not a RBC customer or petro card holder but my sister is and thought if I won this would make a great gift for her
I am a Petro Canada Card user but not an RBC card holder, but it does sound like a good deal for those that are. I love reward cards!
I am with RBC and I love any type of reward program!
I am a long time customer of RBC. I also get my gas at Petro-Canada most of the time. Love them both. I have linked my RBC card to my Petro card.
I’m an RBC member and I love Rewards Programs!
I absolutely LOVE reward programs! I am a client with RBC but not of Petro. Guess I will have to change that
I have rbc points but not petro points looks like I need to sign up
No, we do not use the Petro Points Program. My Mr has an RBC card……I guess we just didn’t bother to learn about the Petro Points Program! This post tells me it is time to do the research and join! Thanks, F F & F!
My husband and I have both been with RBC since we were children and we’ve never had any reason to switch. I’m not a member of the Petro Points program but I will definitely be signing up now.
We don’t currently use either of these cards, but the new ability to link them for extra rewards sounds fantastic! I love reward and loyalty programs so will definitely have to check this out more! 🙂
I use RBC and I don’t have Petro-Points card but I will definitely be signing up for it now. This partnership sounds so great because fuel is so expensive in Vancouver and anything we can do to save on it will help us out a lot!
I am an RBC user and I love the points but never seem to get around to redeeming them.
I have a Petro points card. I do like reward cards, but sometimes feel there are too many.
I’m with the RBC and am a huge fan of rewards programs!
I am a RBC customer and Petro points collector! I love both and have been loyal for many years
yes I have a petropoints card…I love loyalty programs, gives me more incentive to shop there.
I am a RBC customer but I do not have a rewards card with them. Sounds interesting.
I’ve been collecting petro points for years. I only shop at stores that have reward points!
I have a Petro Points card which we always use when we go there.
I am a RBC user but not a Petra-Can user. I love rewards programs.
I love rewards programs!! I’m a Petro member but not with RBC
I am not a customer of RBC and rarely buy my gas at Petro Canada mainly because I can get gas cheaper elsewhere or at a station that offers better rewards. I do love rewards cards though and will have to look into this one.
No I’m not a RBC or Petro Canada client but I do love collecting free points
I do not have an RBC account buy I do have a Petro Canada card.
I forgot to mention that I do love rewards for shopping. It is like a little savings account to use at a later date.
I am an RBC Rewards member. I love to earn points and spend my rewards on gifts for my family.
I am both Petro and an RBC user. I love reward programs. They are the best!
We have both RBC and Petro-Canada cards. I love rewards programs and am also a member of a few others. Why not get the rewards if I’m shopping anyways, right?!
we have both RBC and petro points. our most recent purchase with points was a rental car for two weeks for our vacation in Florida! yay! we love free stuff :):)
I don’t have a Petro card but love getting rewards points.
I do love reward programs but am not an RBC member. I’ve heard good things about it though.
I sounds like a great program. I love points plans! Everyone buys and needs gas for their cars so this program would be very helpful.
We love reward cards and have been taking advantage of the above deal, you cannot go wrong!
I am a Petro Can card user. I don’t do the rewards programs
I do have a petro points card but I don’t drive so I’m not collecting points for fuel. Currently I don’t have an RBC account. But I do love rewards programs because you’re going to spend the money anyway so how nice is it to get something back for it! Great incentives!
I am an RBC card user….I have bills that go directly onto my card so I can get the points for them….I love rewards programs and I do what ever I can do to collect rewards from the various places that offer them in their own special ways!
I am currently with RBC and have been for years… their service is second to none!
I’m not with Petro Points but now that I see this I definitely will be!
I love reward programs! And I love your posts about them and gc deals – they really help me! I just need to remember to use each card every time, I often keep forgetting…
I really like the Petro-Canada rewards program. I don’t have an RBC credit card though. There are lots of rewards programs; sometimes it’s hard to know which are best to use.
i always forget mt petro card lol..but i do love reward programs
The Petro-Canada card offers so many great perks!
I am not an RBC customer but I am a Petro-Canada card user, I love rewards program, they really help us with our monthly budget
I’m a petro canada points member! I maximize every program out there! I don’t bank with RBC but I do benefit from other partnerships 🙂
I love rewards but my problem is always keeping up with them. I really like reward aggregators and automatic credits so I do not have to worry about how much I have collected. I always have a concern about specific rewards because after years of collecting they would close shop and force you to redeem it on crappy items.
I have a Petro-Points card and love loyalty programs and earning points. The best is redeeming points for free stuff or discounts!
I love rewards especially at places I shop frequently. I have a Petro card. 🙂
I have a Petro card but I don’t use it nearly as often as I should! I’m apart of a number of loyalty programs! Nice to get back something on everyday items!
I love reward programs and do have a Petro Canada card that I don’t use much, but with the RBC card and how easy it is to use, I’ll be thinking about it now.
I’m already a Petro-Canada supporter and yes I love loyalty programs
We have an account at RBC. I love loyalty points that are easy to collect and redeem!
Now that we live near a Petro Can again I should get one because if the rewards are available I want to take advantage if them.
I absolutely am a Petro-Canada card user – I swipe it every time!!!!
I have petro points I love reward programs
I have been in the Petro Points Rewards Program for many years and always purchase my gasoline at their stations, however I have never been a RBC customer.
I am not at RBC nor do I have a Petro- Canada card.
I’m not a RBC and/or Petro-Canada card user, but I do love rewards programs.
I am a Petro Canada card user but not RBC as I do the PC Financial card to get rewards for free groceries. I love love love rewards cards -I have many of them: PC Plus, Air Miles, Aeroplan, Optimum, Petro Canada, Husky, TXJ, plum, HBC, M&M Meat, etc
I have investments through RBC
I am not at RBC nor do I have a Petro- Canada card. I love rewards programs!
I am an RBC customer and I love reward programs
I am not an RBC card holder but hubby is and we have a Petro Points card. We like collecting rewards with credit cards.
I have a Petro card and I love Rewards Programs!
I don’t have either one of these cards but I do love and belong to many rewards programs.
I have a petro points but haven’t used much
We aren’t with RBC but we do use Petro points and I LOVE my reward cards. We are actually looking at a ‘new’ car right now too. Ours has over 360,000 on it. Wish i could use points to buy a new car 😉
I love reward programs because I love the idea of earning something from things I would normally buy anyways, like gas or grocery.
I am a Petro-Canada card user and am happy to get rewards on my purchases. I use rewards programs as an added bonus. I like to feel that my loyalty is rewarded and appreciated. I am old school and carry reward cards in my wallet.
Yes, I love rewards programs too! I’m a member of both.
I have a Petro Card and I definitely use my fair share of rewards cards!
I have a petro can rewards card and YESS i love rewards
I colect RBC points and Petro points.
I dont use either of the programs but been wanting to look into it!
I love the point system, I always use Petro Points – now that it is linked to my RBC cards that is awesome.. Love it.. Recently I was switching to Shell because I was able to collect Air Miles and I love the cash back offers. I love with Petro that I no longer have to show my Petro Points Card once I have linked my RBC Card…
I do have several reward cards and Petro Points is one of my favourites. You can actually get rewards without having to spend ridiculous amounts of money as is the case with a lot of cards like Air Miles. Thanks for the super giveaway opportunity! With weekly trips to visit my mother-in-law who is ill and lives and hour and a half away, this gift card sure would be very welcome!
We have a petro card to collect points. We bank with a different bank than RBC though.
looks like something to look into in the future. thanks for the information
Yes Yes Yes and YES on all accounts. An RBC member, use my Petro Points card and LOVE reward programs. Who doesn’t love FREE stuff.
I love collecting my reward points, in order to cash in those rewards!
I have a RBC visa card. And yes I love reward programs and I have enrolled in several of them and saving the rewards
we have a petro card & we do love rewards cards.
No, we don’t as of yet…
I’m a huge fan of rewards cards. My current favourite is Air Miles. I save and get tickets for Disney World for our annual trip!
I love rewards programs – I currently collect Petro Canada points. Unfortunately, I let my RBC points expire as I forgot when my card expired!
I love rewards programs
i am not a RBC and/or Petro-Canada card user but I DO love loyalty and rewards programs!!
I only pump at Petro.
Definitely a fan of points programs, one of which is Petropoints!
I definitely don’t take as much advantage of rewards programs as I should! As a new mom this will probably change though 🙂 I’m not an RBC customer, but I would certainly appreciate some free gas! Thanks for the great info and the chance to win 🙂
I am an RBC member and I love their rewards programs. I think my husband has a Petro rewards card and he loves it. These are great programs to have that really save us money by giving us rewards. It’s something to look forward to.
I just started using my Petro rewards card!
i love my loyalty programs
I love rewards programs and use a lot of them but not Petro Points!
I do am a petro canada card user! Thanks for the chance
I am a Petro-Can card user. I also like using loyalty cards, and think it’s a good idea. I feel more appreciated when I can save points towards something.
I have a Petro card – and I love loyalty programs.
I am a member of Petro points but I never use it. I do use other points cards a lot though.
I am a Petro Card user. I love collecting points.
My husband has an account with RBC & I love points programs!
We have a Petro-Canada card, but we don’t use it as often as we use other rewards programs. I always shop where i can use a reward program if i can.
I do not use any. But am interested in knowing more!
We used our RBC visa when travelling. Loved it!
I love reward programs. Have been collecting Petro points for years!
I do love rewards programs but lose track of some them and changes that happen when I don’t use them regularly.
I don’t have an RBC card but I do have a Petro Points card but I’ve forgotten all about it.
I could have been using it to collect points on all those in-store purchases this summer…mostly for a squad of slurpee loving teens.
I purchase my fuel at a business card-lock station, so can’t collect points that way. Thanks for the reminder, I do recall redeeming points for free lotto tickets many years ago.
I love rewards programs, but, I am not organized enough to get the most out of them. Thanks for the giveaway!!!
I do love when points programs partner up. It’s easier as a consumer when they pair up – and you get more bang for your buck!
I am a Petro-Canada card user. I do love rewards programs as much as you do, I am sure.
I do have a Ptero Canada rewards card and have had it forever!!! I love rewards cards and will base my purchases on if I have a card or points to redeem!
I am not an rbc customer but I do collect petrol points!
This is fantastic news for me. I bank with RBC abd my family fuels up at Petro. Such great news!
I love reward programs and use my Petro Can card every time at the pump! I’ve recently started using an app to put all my reward cards in my phone so it’s easier to manage!
I dont have either of those rewards cards! I use other rewards programs a lot though, PC points is one of my favourites!
I love Petro-Canada and use my points to pay down our CAA subscription every year! I love rewards programs and am a subscriber to most.
I dont have either of these 2, but i do love and appreciate reward programs!
I do. I use Petro Points.
I am an RBC client and I LOVE anything with points 🙂
I love rewards program, but tend to forget to use my cards.
I’m not an RBC member but I do love rewards programs!
I LOVE rewards programs. I have a petro card and should really use it more (I’ve got quite a few points)
I started the Petro Points reward program quite a few years ago (since 2008). A new vehicle purchase came with a PetroCanada gas discount card. I’ve been reaping the rewards since.
I have a petro points card and I try to use as many reward programs as possible.
I do have a Petro points cards along with a few others. I do like to collect points to get flights and other items that I can use.
I have both cards and linked them. I love rewards programs and use them whenever I can.
I have Petro Points and use it. I don’t have RBC. I love using rewards cards everywhere I can. I love getting free stuff for nothing.
I’m not with RBC and I don’t drive. If I won this, I would gift it to my sister. She loves to drive.
I have petro points and an rbc visa so I’m going to take advantage of this awesome incentive! Thx for sharing! I didn’t know about it until now!
I don’t have either RBC or Petro-Canada card but I belong to many other rewards programs.
We don’t have many Petro-Canada stations locally so I don’t have a Petro Points card.
I am both an RBC and Petro Points user. I sign up for every reward club there is!
I don’t use either of those cards. I receive points through a different card.
My husband uses both but I don’t.
I’m not a Petro-Canada card user yet, but I do like points programs.
We are an avid Petro card family. The points add up quickly and boy do they come in handy for things like washer fluid.. .even gas. I love reward programs that reward you with stuff you need, and can use!
I’m not, but I’m an air miles MASTER 😛
I love rewards programs! With a family of 5, every thing helps. If I can save some money or get a few things for free, wonderful! I’m on board! I love the Shoppers Reward Program. Can you say free diapers? Yup. I love rewards!
Petro Canada is the only gas station in our small town ! So it is used frequently
Yes, I deal with RBC & yes, I love rewards programs – with about 20 different places
Great combination – RBC and Petro Canada!
I’m already a RBC Rewards collector. Maybe it’s time to try Petro Canada, I do like rewards programs!
I am currently an rbc client and who doesn’t love rewards programs!
I have RBC CC and love collecting points!
Absolutely love rewards , every little helps ! yes currently an RBC customer and sometimes get gas at Petro Canada .
I’m not a customer of RBC and don’t have a Petro Canada card but I am member of other rewards programs.
I love reward programs and use them whenever I get the chance.
Saving on gas in BC is a huge reward…sign me up!
I love reward cards and plan my shopping around them . I didn’t know the metro points card was so good !!
We have a Petro Card. We absolutely love reward programs.
I’m a Petro Canada user. I love reward programs, the savings and redemptions are the best feelings ever
I am an RBC rewards card holder. I have a Petro-Canada card but rarely use it. I tend to gas up at Shell so I can claim Air Miles.
I love my petro points.
I have a Petro Points card as well as some other loyalty cards and I like them and usually use them to collect points to use towards something that’s offered by the company.
We bank with RBC and use whatever station has the best price.
I am a die hard reward card person! I love free stuff so why not!!
We are not with RBC.I do enjoy reward programs.
I have a Petro points card. I have a rewards card for pretty much anything that gives me the option to have it. Free rewards FTW
I am a collector of Petro points and my husband who usually fuels up is great at using the card. I love other reward cards such as grocery and drugstore ones.
Not a RBC customer but buy from PetroCan occasionally. I am a loyalty/rewards card seeker nowdays since following your advice on your blog! 🙂
I am not a part of RBC or petro, but I do love a good points program!
I have a petro card somewhere but have not used it for a while.
I am an RBC customer and do have petro points card! I enjoy points/rewards programs…any chance to save some $$
I love reward programs! I use my Petro Points card all the time!
Yes I am currently a RBC and Petro-Canada card user, and I love rewards programs, saves us lots of money
I have a Petro Canada card and I love rewards!!
not a user, but i do love getting points!
I am a Petro Points collector….haven’t used any of my points yet, but thinking of getting a fuel savings card as the price of gas in Metro Vancouver right now is craaaaazy!!!!
I use RBC, some reward programs are a farce it seems.
I have a Petro-Points card – I love reward programs. The points seem to add up quickly and it’s fun to get rewarded for stuff you need to buy anyway.
I love reward programs, we have the Petro card but rarely use it. We should use it more, I need a key fob for them normally its just a debit card in my back pocket.
I love reward programs. I am not a RBC member though.
I have the Petro points card. If a store offers a points card, I will use it.
Award cards are great. Love getting a bonus for my purchases.
I sure do love rewards programs but I’m not an rbc member, but I am a petro Canada user so I’m going to look into this!
I don’t participate in these programs, yet, but I do like rewards programs.
I am not an RBC client at this time but I do use Petro Points frequently! You bet I am a huge fan of rewards for sure!
I love a good rewards program! I am not an RBC or petro points member though. Thanks!
i’m definitely an RBC rewards user and lover but i didn’t realize they had bonus perks with petro canada and now i know!
I’m not a petrocan card owner but I’m going there regularly now so I should get one!
I’m a Petro Points user and I love collecting rewards/points!
I typically have a bunch of rewards cards, but I always forget to use them 🙁 I need to start using them again!
I have a petro card and I love reward programs.
I like reward programs. I am with RBC.
I have gotten loads of great stuff from RBC Rewards! I love rewards programs as much as you.
I love rewards, I’m not an RBC or Petro Points holder. I may have to switch 🙂
I almost never use my Petro card! I am going to have to see if this is worth more the the co-op rewards
love rewards programs. We have the Petro Points!
I love reward programs
Iove the PetroCanada points card. The points add up quickly and you can use them for pretty much anything in store.
i have a petro points card but don’t use it as much
I do like point systems- they make cards more fun!
I don’t use either of the cards mentioned but I do love rewards programs….they can get you free stuff 🙂
I’M AN RBC USER AND COLLECT POINTS WITH THEM, AND MANY OTHERS I LOVE IT…HAVE SAVED SO MUCH OVER TIME
I do use petro points but haven’t earned enough yet for big rewards.
Big fan of rewards programs, easy & free to get points on every purchases!
Merry Christmas to me
I love rewards programs but don’t have either of the ones mentioned
I’m not a Petro points collector nor am I an RBC customer, but, I do love rewards programs!
We’ve used petro points for a long time. We had a petro points credit card but they discontinued it. The rewards were great. Never been with RBC yet. Sort of just stayed status quo with the bank we both joined as children (the same bank)
I love reward programs-it’s great to get free stuff when you buy products you already need.
I am not currently an RBC and/or Petro-Canada card user. I have mixed feeling about all the rewards programs out there. I find that it often takes me a long time to earn points and some send me so many emails with different offers it gets really confusing!
I am a petro points user
I am a petro point collector but found they currently are more expensive in our area at least
I’ve never had Petro Points, but you’ve got me considering signing up!
I love reward Programs but currently don’t have these. Definitely something to look into
I’m not currently with rbc but I do collect petro points
I love loyalty programs for points! I haven’t signed up for this program yet, but I plan on it.
I have a Petro Points card. The loalty program with RBC however not enough to open an account in order to link the cards together.
It’s too bad that it couldn’t be linked to other financial institutions as well.
Everyone I see someone say no, I’m tempted to ask them if I can use my card on their purchase so that I can get the points!
I am a point collector junkie. LOL…. I try my best to use my point cards everywhere I shop to earn points so I can save on Christmas gifts ! I try to save them up from January right till December.
I am not currently an RBC client though I was in the past and have nothing but positive things to say about them!
I am a Petro point card holder!
Thanks for the opportunity!
I have Petro points. I have a gas bar next too my house so it super convenient. I usually redeem for lotto tixs.
Just signed up with RBC – had no idea about this promotion, what an easy way to save.