New cardmembers can earn up to 60,000 Aventura Points, worth roughly $1,200, by completing the steps below.
How to earn it
15,000 Aventura PointsMake your first purchase with the card.
30,000 Aventura PointsSpend $3,000 or more in net purchases during the first 4 monthly statement periods.
15,000 Aventura PointsHave at least $5,000 in net purchases posted to the account during the first 4 monthly statement periods.
Offer available to new CIBC Aventura Gold Visa cardholders approved through the digital application offer. Account must be open and in good standing when bonus points are awarded. Additional terms and conditions apply.
How you earn
2 Aventura Points per $1 spent on eligible travel purchased through the CIBC Rewards Centre (CIBC by Expedia)
1.5 Aventura Points per $1 spent at eligible gas stations
1.5 Aventura Points per $1 spent at eligible electric vehicle charging stations
1.5 Aventura Points per $1 spent at eligible grocery stores
1.5 Aventura Points per $1 spent at eligible drug stores
1 Aventura Point per $1 spent on all other purchases
Built-in perks & coverage
Visa Airport Companion Program
Receive 4 complimentary airport lounge visits annually at more than 1,200 lounges worldwide through the Visa Airport Companion Program.
NEXUS Fee Rebate
Receive a rebate for one NEXUS application fee every 4 years.
Flexible Travel Redemptions
Redeem Aventura Points for flights, hotels, vacation packages, car rentals, cruises, and other travel purchases through the CIBC Rewards Centre.
Aventura Flight Rewards Chart
Access fixed-point flight redemptions that can provide exceptional value on eligible flights within Canada, the U.S., Europe, and other international destinations.
Points Never Expire
Aventura Points do not expire as long as the account remains open and in good standing.
Payment with Points
Redeem Aventura Points to pay down eligible credit card purchases or your card balance.
Mobile Device Insurance
Coverage for eligible mobile devices against accidental damage, theft, loss, or mechanical breakdown.
Out-of-Province Emergency Travel Medical Insurance
Coverage for eligible emergency medical expenses incurred while travelling outside your province or territory of residence.
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Flight Delay and Baggage Insurance
Coverage for eligible expenses resulting from flight delays, baggage delays, loss, or damage.
Car Rental Collision and Loss Damage Insurance
Coverage for eligible rental vehicles when the full rental cost is charged to the card.
Hotel Burglary Insurance
Coverage for loss of personal property resulting from burglary while staying at eligible hotel accommodations.
Purchase Security Insurance
Protection against theft, loss, or damage on eligible purchases for up to 90 days from the purchase date.
Extended Protection Insurance
Extends the original manufacturer's warranty on eligible purchases by up to one additional year.
Common Carrier Accident Insurance
Provides accidental death and dismemberment coverage while travelling on eligible common carriers.
CIBC by Expedia
Access a dedicated travel booking platform for flights, hotels, vacation packages, activities, and car rentals.
Skip+ Membership
Complimentary Skip+ membership with eligible card linkage, including delivery fee savings and monthly voucher benefits.
Disney+ Statement Credit Offer
Eligible cardholders may receive promotional statement credits on qualifying Disney+ subscriptions.
Journie Rewards Fuel Savings
Save up to 10 cents per litre at participating Pioneer, Fas Gas, Ultramar, and Chevron stations when linked with Journie Rewards.
Global Money Transfer
Send money to more than 120 countries with no transfer fee through CIBC Global Money Transfer.
CIBC Pace It
Convert eligible purchases into fixed monthly installment plans with predictable payments.
The verdict
What we like
Strong welcome bonus
First-year annual fee rebate
Airport lounge access included
NEXUS fee rebate
Flexible travel redemption options
Points never expire
Comprehensive travel insurance coverage
Low household income requirement
Worth noting
Annual fee after first year
Foreign transaction fee
Lower rewards on non-category spending
Travel redemptions can be complex
Limited premium travel benefits
Requires booking through CIBC Rewards Centre for maximum travel earn rate
No free checked bag benefit
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