Rogers World Elite Mastercard getting worse starting June 2, 2020 | Credit card reward programs | Discussion forum

That was my main card, especially good for traveling in Europe. Too bad.
But hey, they are adding something new.

NEW BENEFITS to enjoy including• Global WiFi for the Primary Cardholder. Whatever that is.

hwyc said
Plus annual min spend of $15,000 requirement or else ...   

Cancelling mine..15k..wtf..never heard of this for a credit card.

The minimum annual spend is based on a fiscal year starting August 1. It only applies to the World Elite card.

These are still excellent cards for USD purchases. And they didn't introduce a fee.

Thanks, Peter, for letting us know.

That's too bad but not surprising I guess due to the reduction in interchange fees. Many people were warning this could happen. As far as I know, there aren't a lot of other good alternatives so I will keep using it for now. However I do see people on RFD talking about the HSBC World Elite card which might be a good option for some: https://www.hsbc.ca/credit-cards/offers/chooseworldelite/.

Regarding global wifi, I think that is for when your in one of those US airports that don't offer wifi unless you pay? See: https://redeem.boingo.com/mcsi/
Perhaps it works elsewhere too.

I called in to get a refund on my negative balance as I had redeemed a bunch of my points and had still paid off my balance in full. After I get the refund, I will call in again to cancel my World Elite.

For snowbirds living outside Canada for part of the year who do not use their Rogers MC Elite while absent, a minimum spending qualification, especially one as elevated as $15,000 can be unsustainable.

Cash back credit cards in Canada have taken a back seat to similar cards in the U.S. where there are virtually no restrictions on spending minimums and redeeming cashback can be redeemed from the first dollar.

What are the no fee cash back card options currently available in Canada to replace the once outstanding Rogers World Elite card?

Stephen

Nehpets said
For snowbirds living outside Canada for part of the year who do not use their Rogers MC Elite while absent, a minimum spending qualification, especially one as elevated as $15,000 can be unsustainable.

Cash back credit cards in Canada have taken a back seat to similar cards in the U.S. where there are virtually no restrictions on spending minimums and redeeming cashback can be redeemed from the first dollar.

What are the no fee cash back card options currently available in Canada to replace the once outstanding Rogers World Elite card?

Stephen  

Some people are speculating that Mastercard told Rogersbank to demand 15K for their World Elite card, so this may become the standard for all World Elite cards, but assuming it doesn't, here's my suggestions:

You would need a combination of no fee Tangerine, Triangle, Presidents Choice and either Stack or Brim.
Tangerine- 2 categories of your choice at 2% cashback ( 3 categories if your cashback goes to an account there )
Triangle- for shopping at CT, Marks, CT or Mobile Gas, roadside assistance and bill pay
Presidents Choice- for shopping at NoFrills,Loblaws, Esso
Brim- 1% cash back, no foreign transaction fee
Stack prepaid card- for no FX at foreign ATM

Annual fee cards:
I'd also recommend to churn Scotiabank Momentum Visa to get 300.00 back within 3 months ( 200.00 from Scotia for 2000 spend plus 100.00 from Peter on this site ).
If you don't want that card but still want to churn, try CIBC Dividend Visa Infinite or TD CashBack Visa Infinite for 200.00 cash back within 3 months if you spend 2000 . Or Amex Simply Cash Preferred: Cashback is 2% on everything, no categories. It has an annual fee of $99 but simply apply through Great Canada Rebatesand get $100 back so FYF.

Save2Retire@55 said
Ok. It was my favourite everyday use card! I used to even proudly market it to my family, friends, and colleagues. With these changes, it will be another "SUCKER".
Cancelling the cash back for all but USD is a very bad move! I barely go the states and I will NOT use this card for any non-USD related purchases which means I'd barely hit $15K a year.

Funny I got pre-approved for Tangerine CC just last week. An Email I ignored as always. I guess I am going to accept that offer. 2% is much better than 1.5% plus it is the "Amazing" Tangerine till it becomes a sucker too.

Which one is better? I cancel or let them cancel it?! Just wondering.  

They won't cancel it, they will just downgrade World Elite to the regular Rogers credit card. I wouldn't cancel as it won't be downgraded for over a year.

My MBNA is 2% on Grocery and Gas.
Also my Canadian Tire World Elite is 3% on Grocery (Except Walmart / Costco). Luckily most of my shopping is not Walmart and I don't even go to Costco.
I have been using Canadian Tire Card for groceries and also almost filling up at Gas+. When Walmart, I use MBNA.
If I keep the card, it will be for everything except Gas / Grocery in CAD.
It will not be used for non USD foreign transactions ever.

Seems I am going to apply for Brim and use it for purchases in foreign countries. Sad news .. No good travel insurance with Brim > I will end up buying it which is couple hundred $$ per year. Need to find a balance and go from there.

Why anytime we feel we found the best combination they screw it up!

Save2Retire@55 said
Ok. It was my favourite everyday use card! I used to even proudly market it to my family, friends, and colleagues. With these changes, it will be another "SUCKER".   

Funny you should mention that. I no longer recommend any credit cards to anyone voluntarily. They have to pry it out of me. I found that people were blaming me when the card in question didn't live up to expectations, so I quit. Now, it's strictly "use at your own risk".