Black Friday Cashback Tips: Maximize Savings in Canada

Black Friday Cashback: Canadian Shopper's Guide

Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year, and it's also when cashback rates reach their highest. Here's how to maximize your savings.

When Cashback Rates Increase

• Week before Black Friday: Rates start climbing
• Black Friday: Peak rates (often double or triple)
• Cyber Monday: Similar high rates continue
• After Cyber Monday: Rates gradually return to normal

Best Strategies

1. Create Accounts Early

Don't wait until Black Friday to sign up for cashback sites. Create accounts at:

• Rakuten
• Great Canadian Rebates
• Aeroplan eStore
• AIR MILES Shops

2. Compare Rates

Rates fluctuate during sales. Check Canada Cashback Monitor throughout the day to find the best rate.

3. Use Wish Lists

Add items to your cart or wish list beforehand. On Black Friday, you can quickly click through cashback sites and complete purchases.

4. Stack Deals

• Store discount + Cashback site + Credit card rewards
• This can easily save you 30-40% on purchases

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Not clearing cookies before clicking through
2. Using coupon codes that void cashback (check terms!)
3. Shopping directly instead of through cashback portal
4. Forgetting to check rates - they change frequently

Best Categories for Cashback

• Electronics: 2-5% typical, up to 10% on Black Friday
• Fashion: 5-10% typical, up to 15% on Black Friday
• Home goods: 3-8% typical, up to 12% on Black Friday

After Shopping

• Save confirmation emails
• Track your cashback in each portal
• Report missing cashback within 30 days