Last verified: September 30, 2026
Senior discounts in Canada can help Canadians save on everything from groceries and pharmacy purchases to restaurants, banking, hotels and travel.
What surprises many people is that you don’t always have to be 65 to qualify.
Some businesses begin offering senior savings at age 50, 55 or 60, while others use age 62 or 65.
There is no universal senior discount age in Canada because each business sets its own rules.
If you are unsure when senior savings begin, read our Senior Savings in Canada: How Discounts Work at 50, 55, 60 and 65 guide.
Canadian Budget Binder created this directory to make current Canadian senior discounts easier to find, including the qualifying age, savings, senior discount day, membership requirements and important restrictions.
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Senior discounts in Canada don’t all begin at age 65. Some businesses start their senior savings at age 50, 55 or 60, so it’s always worth asking about a senior discount before you pay.
Important: Discounts, participating locations and eligibility requirements can change. Bring government-issued identification when age verification may be required and confirm the current offer with the business before making a special trip.
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What Age Is Considered a Senior for Discounts in Canada?
There is no single age at which every Canadian business considers someone a senior.
For retail, restaurant, hotel and other commercial discounts, businesses establish their own eligibility requirements.
Age 50: Certain travel and rental programs may begin around age 50.
Age 55: Rexall, Michaels, RONA and participating Denny’s locations are examples of businesses with savings beginning at 55.
Age 60: Many Canadian banks, retailers, pharmacies and travel companies use age 60.
Age 62: Some hotel senior rates begin at age 62.
Age 65: Bulk Barn, Landmark Cinemas, Mandarin Restaurant and several other businesses use age 65.
The important lesson is simple: don’t assume you have to be 65 before asking.
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Senior Discounts in Canada A–Z
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Alterna Savings
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced or waived monthly chequing fees.
Alterna Savings gives members age 60 and older reduced pricing on several chequing packages. The Basic package drops from $4 per month to $0, the Value package from $10 to $5, and the Unlimited package from $14 to $7.
Official source: Alterna Savings seniors banking solutions
Best Western Hotels & Resorts
Age: 55+
Savings: Discounted senior hotel rates.
Guests age 55 and older can book Best Western’s senior rate at participating hotels. Proof of age may be requested at check-in. The exact savings can vary by hotel and travel dates.
Official source: Best Western senior discounts
BMO
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced or waived monthly banking fees.
BMO considers customers age 60 and older eligible for its Senior Discounted Banking Program. The Practical Plan has no monthly fee for qualifying seniors, and BMO also applies senior discounts to eligible Plus, Performance, Blue Rewards and Premium chequing plans. If proof of age is already on file, the discount can be applied automatically after you turn 60.
Official source: BMO seniors banking solutions
Brunet
Age: 60+
Savings: 10% off eligible regular-priced merchandise.
Brunet offers customers age 60 and older a Privilege Card providing 10% savings on eligible regular-priced merchandise. Prescriptions, controlled drugs, lottery tickets, stamps, bus tickets, baby formula, diapers and certain other products are excluded. Brunet primarily operates in Quebec.
Official source: Brunet privilege cards
Bulk Barn
Age: 65+
Savings: Senior discount on regular-priced products every Wednesday.
Bulk Barn offers its Seniors and Students Discount every Wednesday. Seniors must be 65 or older and provide valid identification. The discount applies to regular-priced products. Gift cards are excluded and additional restrictions may apply during some promotions.
Official source: Bulk Barn discounts
Choice Hotels
Age: 60+
Savings: Up to 10% off eligible hotel rates.
Guests age 60 and older can access Choice Hotels’ Senior Rate at participating properties. Rates and availability vary by property and travel dates. Choice Hotels also has separate discounts for CARP members.
Official source: Choice Hotels deals
CIBC
Age: 65+
Savings: No monthly account fee on qualifying senior accounts.
CIBC Smart for Seniors is available to qualifying customers age 65 and older. The CIBC Smart Account can have a $0 monthly fee with unlimited transactions, including Interac e-Transfer transactions, and the CIBC Everyday Chequing Account also has a $0 monthly fee for qualifying seniors with 18 included transactions per month.
Official source: CIBC senior banking offers
Dell Canada
Age: 60+
Savings: Exclusive senior pricing on eligible products.
Dell Canada has a Senior Discount Member Program for verified customers age 60 and older. You must create or sign in to a Dell account, register for Dell Rewards and complete senior verification. The discount varies by product rather than being one fixed percentage. Certain products, limited-quantity offers, clearance items, gift cards and other purchases are excluded.
Official source: Dell Canada senior program
Denny’s Canada
Age: 55+
Savings: 15% off regular menu items.
Participating Denny’s Canada restaurants offer guests age 55 and older 15% off regular menu items on Thursdays between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. The offer is dine-in only and excludes alcohol and the Kids’ menu. Participation varies by restaurant, so check your location before visiting.
Official source: Denny’s seniors discount
Desjardins
Age: 60+
Savings: $4 monthly discount on eligible everyday account service fees or monthly plans.
Desjardins offers members age 60 and older a $4 monthly discount on eligible everyday account service fees or monthly plans. Some longstanding members born before April 1, 1943 may qualify for additional grandfathered transaction-fee benefits.
Official source: Desjardins everyday account senior offer
FirstOntario Credit Union
Age: 60+
Savings: Senior chequing with a reduced monthly fee that can be waived.
FirstOntario’s Premium for Seniors account is $6.98 per month or $0 when you maintain a $4,000 minimum daily balance or receive at least $1,000 per month in payroll or pension direct deposits. It includes unlimited transactions and 10 free Interac e-Transfers each month.
Official source: FirstOntario seniors accounts
Freson Bros.
Age: 65+
Savings: 10% off on Seniors Discount Day.
Freson Bros. is an Alberta grocery chain offering a senior discount to customers age 65 and older. The designated Seniors Discount Day can vary by store, so confirm the weekday with your local location before shopping.
Official source: Freson Bros. Seniors Discount Day
Goodwill
Age: 55+
Savings: 25% off at participating locations.
Participating Goodwill Community Stores, Bookstores and Boutiques in the applicable Goodwill region offer a Seniors Day discount on the second Monday of each month. This should not be treated as a uniform Canada-wide Goodwill policy because Goodwill organizations operate regionally. Confirm participation with your local store.
Official source: Goodwill Senior Days
Hertz Canada
Age: 50+
Savings: Special Fifty Plus rental-car savings.
Hertz offers a Fifty Plus program for customers age 50 and older. The amount saved can vary depending on the rental location, dates, rental length and vehicle. Government-issued identification may be required.
Official source: Hertz Fifty Plus
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Age: 65+
Savings: Up to 6% off the Best Available Rate.
Travellers age 65 and older can save up to 6% at participating Hilton properties. Proof of eligibility is required at check-in, and a maximum of two rooms can be booked using the senior rate. Rates vary by hotel and travel date.
Official source: Hilton senior rate
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Age: 62+
Savings: Discounted senior hotel rates.
IHG One Rewards members age 62 and older can book discounted senior rates at participating IHG hotels. The actual savings vary by hotel and date.
Official source: IHG senior discount
Landmark Cinemas
Age: 65+
Savings: 20% off senior admission plus 20% off concessions.
Monday is Seniors’ Day at participating Landmark Cinemas. Customers age 65 and older receive 20% off the posted senior admission price and 20% off concession purchases. Premium movie experiences and certain add-ons can have additional charges.
Official source: Landmark Cinemas Seniors’ Day
Laurier Optical
Age: 60+
Savings: 10% off an eligible complete pair of glasses.
Laurier Optical advertises senior savings for qualifying customers on Mondays and Tuesdays. Product conditions and exclusions may apply, so confirm the current promotion before purchasing.
Official source: Laurier Optical promotions
Lawtons Drugs
Age: 55+
Savings: 20% off many eligible products.
Lawtons Drugs offers 55+ Appreciation Day on most Wednesdays. Customers must be age 55 or older and scan their Scene+ card. Prescriptions, many food and beverage products, gift cards, lottery tickets, baby formula, diapers and several other categories are excluded. Check the Lawtons flyer for the next qualifying date.
Official source: Lawtons 55+ Appreciation Day
M&M Food Market
Age: 60+
Savings: 10% off regular-priced items.
Seniors age 60 and older can save 10% every Tuesday at M&M Food Market. The offer is available in-store and online. Valid proof of age is required. Gift cards and taxes are excluded, and the offer does not apply at M&M Food Market Express locations.
Official source: M&M Food Market Seniors Day
Mandarin Restaurant
Age: 65+
Savings: 20% off the buffet.
Mandarin offers customers age 65 and older a 20% buffet discount with valid photo identification. Mandarin operates primarily in Ontario.
Official source: Mandarin senior discount FAQ
Marriott
Age: 62+
Savings: Special senior hotel rates.
Marriott offers a senior rate to qualifying guests at participating hotels. Availability and savings can vary by hotel and date, and proof of age may be requested. Always compare the senior rate with Marriott’s other available promotions before booking because another rate may occasionally be cheaper.
Official source: Marriott senior discount
Michaels Canada
Age: 55+
Savings: 10% off eligible purchases.
Michaels offers its senior discount every day to qualifying customers age 55 and older. Customers can verify their age through Michaels Rewards or show valid identification. The discount applies to eligible purchases, with exclusions and conditions that can change.
Official source: Michaels senior discount
National Bank of Canada
Age: 60+
Savings: $5 monthly discount on eligible banking packages.
National Bank gives customers age 60 and older a $5 monthly discount on its Connected and Total banking packages. That currently brings Connected from $15.95 to $10.95 per month and Total from $28.95 to $23.95 per month. Seniors age 65 and older receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement can also qualify for a $0 monthly fee on The Minimalist package.
Official source: National Bank chequing accounts
Nutters Everyday Naturals
Age: 60+
Savings: Typically 10% at participating locations.
Many Nutters Everyday Naturals locations offer a Seniors Day for customers age 60 and older. The weekday can differ by location. Some stores advertise Monday while others use Tuesday. Confirm the offer with your local Nutters before visiting specifically for the discount.
Official examples: Nutters Blackfalds and Nutters Melfort. Senior Day timing can vary by location.
Ontario Northland
Age: 60+
Savings: 15% off eligible passenger fares.
Ontario Northland offers a senior fare for qualifying passengers age 60 and older. Proof of age may be required. This is a regional Ontario travel discount rather than a Canada-wide transportation program.
Official source: Ontario Northland
Pet Valu
Age: 60+
Savings: 10% off regularly priced merchandise.
The last Thursday of every month is Seniors’ Day for qualifying Your Rewards or VIP Plus members. Members age 60 and older can save 10% on regularly priced merchandise. Pet Valu also provides an online code to qualifying members for use during the promotion.
Official source: Pet Valu Seniors Day information
RBC Royal Bank
Age: 65+
Savings: Senior rebates on eligible banking accounts.
RBC offers monthly-fee rebates for qualifying clients age 65 and older. Current examples include RBC Advantage Banking reduced from $11.95 to $7.95, RBC Signature No Limit Banking from $19.95 to $16.95, and RBC VIP Banking from $30 to $22.50. RBC Day to Day Banking can also be reduced to $0 for qualifying seniors. Other RBC rebates may lower fees further when eligibility requirements are met.
Official source: RBC chequing accounts
Rexall
Age: 55+
Savings: 20% off eligible regular-priced merchandise every Tuesday.
Be Well members age 55 and older can receive 20% off eligible regular-priced merchandise on Seniors’ Tuesday. Exclusions include sale items, prescriptions, gift cards, lottery tickets, transit tickets, baby formula and diapers, prepaid phone cards and various grocery staples.
Official source: Rexall Seniors’ Tuesday
Rogers
Age: 65+
Savings: Exclusive 65+ wireless plans and a $5 monthly senior discount on the first line.
Rogers offers wireless plans specifically for adults age 65 and older. Government-issued identification showing proof of age is required. Current terms include new-activation and bring-your-own-phone requirements for some offers, so check the latest conditions before changing plans.
Official source: Rogers seniors plans
RONA and RONA+
Age: 55+
Savings: 10% off eligible regular-priced products.
RONA’s 55+ promotion takes place on the first Tuesday of every month at participating RONA and RONA+ stores. Customers must show valid photo identification containing their date and year of birth. Numerous brands and product categories are excluded.
Official source: RONA promotions information
Salvation Army Thrift Store
Age: 60+
Savings: 10% off every day at participating stores.
The Salvation Army Thrift Store offers guests age 60 and older 10% off daily at participating Canadian locations. The senior discount cannot be combined with another promotional offer.
Official source: Salvation Army Thrift Store FAQ
Scotiabank
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced monthly banking fees.
Scotiabank provides customers age 60 and older with automatic senior discounts on several chequing accounts. The Ultimate Package drops from $30.95 to $23.95 per month, the Preferred Package from $16.95 to $12.95, the Basic Plus Bank Account from $11.95 to $7.95, and the Basic Bank Account from $3.95 to $0. Scotiabank also waives the monthly fee on its US Daily Interest and Scotia Euro Savings accounts for qualifying seniors.
Official source: Scotiabank senior discounts
Servus Credit Union
Age: 60+
Savings: No monthly fee on Senior Unlimited, plus extra senior banking perks.
Servus Credit Union’s Senior Unlimited account has no monthly fee and includes unlimited electronic and in-branch transactions, unlimited Interac e-Transfers, 50 free cheques per year, five free coverdrafts and a $10 discount on safety deposit boxes.
Official source: Servus Senior Unlimited
Smitty’s
Age: 65+
Savings: Double MySmitty’s Rewards points.
Participating Smitty’s restaurants offer qualifying seniors double MySmitty’s Rewards points on the first Tuesday of every month. This is a loyalty reward rather than a direct percentage discount on the bill.
Official source: Smitty’s Rewards
Specsavers Canada
Age: 65+
Savings: 50% off eligible lens options.
Qualifying seniors can receive 50% off eligible lens options at Specsavers Canada. Terms and exclusions apply, and the offer can be combined with certain Specsavers eyewear offers but not all promotions. Eligible seniors may also have eye-exam costs covered through their provincial health plan, depending on province and eligibility.
Official source: Specsavers seniors lens options
TD Canada Trust
Age: 60+
Savings: Monthly banking-fee rebates on eligible accounts.
TD provides senior rebates on qualifying chequing accounts beginning at age 60. Current monthly rebates are $8.50 on the TD All-Inclusive Banking Plan, $6.00 on the TD Unlimited Chequing Account and $3.75 on the TD Every Day Chequing Account. Seniors receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement can receive the full $3.95 monthly rebate on the TD Minimum Chequing Account, reducing that account’s monthly fee to $0.
TD also offers senior-focused support including TD Care Connect, fraud-prevention resources and guidance on joint accounts, estate planning, powers of attorney and registered plans. These are support services rather than discounts, but they may still be useful to older customers.
Official source: TD seniors banking
TELUS Mobility for Good and Internet for Good
Eligibility: Low-income seniors receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement.
Savings: Reduced-cost wireless and home internet service.
TELUS Mobility for Good provides qualifying Canadian seniors receiving GIS with low-cost wireless service. Current Mobility for Good options include a 10 GB plan for $25 per month. Internet for Good also offers reduced-cost home internet where the program is available. Eligibility documentation is required. TELUS also provides discounted TELUS Health Medical Alert service to qualifying seniors through its Connecting for Good programs.
Official source: TELUS Connecting for Good for seniors
Uniprix
Age: 60+
Savings: 10% off eligible regular-priced purchases.
Participating Uniprix pharmacies offer a senior Privilege program for customers age 60 and older. Exclusions and pharmacy participation may apply. Uniprix operates primarily in Quebec.
Official source: Uniprix 60+ Privilege Card
VIA Rail Canada
Age: 65+
Savings: 15% off selected fares under the current senior promotion.
Passengers age 65 and older can currently save 15% on Economy Plus, Business and Business Plus fares on VIA Rail routes across Canada when booking at least 30 days ahead. The discount does not apply to Escape, Economy or Sleeper Plus fares. For the current promotion, tickets must be purchased by January 5, 2027 for travel through April 30, 2027. Check VIA Rail’s senior page before booking because the dates and conditions can change.
Official source: VIA Rail senior offer
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Age: 60+
Savings: Special savings on the Best Available Rate.
Guests age 60 and older can access senior savings at participating Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. Valid proof of age may be required, and the exact savings vary by property and travel dates.
Official source: Wyndham senior discount
Regional Senior Discounts by Province and Territory
Senior savings can vary widely by province, territory, city and local program. This section groups verified regional offers including transit, parks, recreation, museums, licences, transportation and other age-based savings.
Jump to your area: Canada-Wide | Alberta | British Columbia | Manitoba | New Brunswick | Newfoundland & Labrador | Nova Scotia | Ontario | Prince Edward Island | Quebec | Saskatchewan | Northwest Territories | Nunavut | Yukon
Canada-Wide
Parks Canada
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior admission at Parks Canada locations and a lower-priced senior Discovery Pass.
Parks Canada defines a senior as a person age 65 or older for admission purposes. Senior pricing varies by site. For 2026, the national Discovery Pass is priced lower for seniors than for adults.
Official source: Parks Canada
British Columbia
BC Ferries
Age: 65+ and a British Columbia resident.
Savings: Free passenger fare on select routes Monday to Thursday, excluding listed holidays.
The BC Seniors discount applies to the passenger fare only. It is not available as free travel on the North Coast, Central Coast and Haida Gwaii routes, although reduced senior fares are available on those routes. Valid BC identification is required.
Official source: BC Ferries fares
TransLink — Metro Vancouver
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced concession fares on eligible transit services.
Seniors age 65 and older qualify for TransLink concession fares with valid proof of age. Current 2026 pricing includes reduced cash, stored-value and monthly-pass fares on buses, SkyTrain, SeaBus and HandyDART. A concession Compass Card is available for eligible riders.
Official source: TransLink fares
Alberta
Calgary Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: Senior annual transit passes.
For 2026, Calgary Transit lists a regular Senior Annual Transit Pass at $169 and a Low Income Seniors Annual Transit Pass at $34. Eligibility requirements apply to the low-income pass.
Official source: Calgary Transit fares and passes
Edmonton Transit Service (ETS)
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior fare caps and income-tested annual-pass options.
Edmonton residents age 65 and older qualify for senior pricing. Current senior Arc pricing includes a $36 monthly fare cap and a $396 annual fare cap on ETS. Eligible lower-income seniors may qualify for a $140 annual pass or a free annual pass depending on income.
Official source: ETS senior transit fares
Manitoba
Winnipeg Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior fares and passes.
Winnipeg Transit offers a senior fare for riders age 65 and older. In 2026, senior peggo e-cash is $1.55 compared with $3.10 for a full-fare rider, and the senior monthly e-pass is $59.70 compared with $119.35 at full fare. Photo ID is required.
Official source: Winnipeg Transit fares
Ontario
GO Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: 55% off GO Transit fares.
Seniors age 65 and older save 55% on GO train and bus fares with a PRESTO card or GO e-ticket. A senior fare type can be added to a PRESTO card at an eligible customer service location.
Official source: GO Transit senior fares
OC Transpo — Ottawa
Age: 65+
Savings: Free travel on Wednesdays and Sundays on OC Transpo buses and the O-Train.
Eligible seniors must use a PRESTO card with the Senior discount set. Para Transpo fares still apply.
Official source: OC Transpo senior fares
Ontario Parks
Age: 65+ and an Ontario resident.
Savings: Reduced day-use and camping fees.
Ontario Parks offers discounts on day-use and camping fees to Ontario residents age 65 and older. Proof of eligibility is required. For camping, reduced rates can also apply to the senior’s spouse and certain people sharing the campsite, depending on the type of camping.
Official source: Ontario Parks senior discounts
Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior fares.
TTC riders age 65 and older qualify for discounted senior fares. As of September 2026, the senior PRESTO fare is $2.25 compared with the $3.30 adult PRESTO fare. The Senior Monthly Pass and Senior 12-Month Pass were discontinued August 31, 2026, with eligible PRESTO fares now counting toward monthly fare capping.
Official source: TTC fare types and discounts
Quebec
Greater Montréal — ARTM / STM
Age: 65+
Savings: Free Zone A public transit for residents of the agglomeration of Montréal.
Residents age 65 and older can travel free within Zone A when the Free 65+, All Modes A fare is loaded on a photo OPUS card. Different senior fares apply outside Zone A and for other Greater Montréal areas.
Official source: ARTM senior fare offers
Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC) — Québec City
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior transit fares with a photo OPUS card.
RTC offers reduced 65+ fares. For the 2026 fare year, the senior monthly pass is $68.35 and the metropolitan monthly pass is $86.50. A photo OPUS card is required for reduced fares.
Official source: RTC fare schedule
Nova Scotia
Halifax Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior fares, plus free bus and ferry travel during designated Tuesday hours.
Halifax Transit classifies riders age 65 and older as seniors. Its current rider information states that bus and ferry services are free for seniors every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and again after 6 p.m. Reduced senior fares apply at other times.
Official source: Halifax Transit
Nova Scotia Provincial Parks
Age: 65+
Savings: $2.35 per night off eligible campsite fees in 2026.
Nova Scotia Provincial Parks offers a senior camping discount to campers age 65 and older. Proof of age is required, and the discount applies to the senior’s own campsite permit. The current 2026 camping-fee schedule lists the senior discount at $2.35 per night.
Official source: Nova Scotia Parks camping fees
Nova Scotia Resident General Fishing Licence
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced annual resident sportfishing licence fee.
Nova Scotia residents age 65 and older pay $6.74 for a seasonal General Fishing Licence, compared with $27.41 for residents age 18 to 64. This is for the general sportfishing licence and does not replace any separate licence requirements that may apply to other fisheries.
Official source: Government of Nova Scotia fishing licence
Transit Cape Breton
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced 30-day unlimited transit pass.
Transit Cape Breton offers riders age 60 and older a discounted 30-day unlimited pass. The current senior pass is $66 compared with $82.50 for the adult pass. Eligible riders must verify their age before receiving the discounted fare category.
Official source: Transit Cape Breton passenger information
Tidal Transit — Annapolis Valley and western Nova Scotia
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced cash fares, ticket bundles and monthly passes.
Tidal Transit lists a senior cash fare of $2.25 compared with $4 for adults, 10 senior rides for $20 compared with $35 for adults, and a senior monthly pass for $65 compared with $90 for adults. Seniors may be asked to show identification as proof of age.
Official source: Tidal Transit tickets and passes
Nova Scotia Museum Sites
Age: Commonly 65+ for published senior admission rates.
Savings: Reduced admission at participating provincial museum sites.
Several Nova Scotia Museum locations publish reduced admission for visitors age 65 and older. Current examples include the Museum of Natural History at $9 for seniors versus $10 for adults, Ross Farm Museum at $10 versus $15, and the Acadian Village of Nova Scotia at $10 versus $12. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic also publishes lower senior admission and a reduced senior annual pass. Rates vary by museum, so check the individual museum before visiting.
Official sources: Museum of Natural History, Ross Farm Museum, Acadian Village of Nova Scotia, and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Saskatchewan
Regina Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior transit passes.
Regina Transit offers substantially reduced pass pricing for riders age 65 and older. Current 2026 senior pricing is $33 for a monthly pass, $175 for a semi-annual pass and $297 for an annual pass.
Official source: Regina Transit fares and passes
Saskatoon Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior monthly, multi-month and annual passes.
Effective July 1, 2026, Saskatoon Transit charges seniors $30 for a one-month or 30-day pass, $90 for a three-month pass, $176 for a six-month pass and $329 for an annual pass. Riders must be age 65 or older to qualify.
Official source: Saskatoon Transit senior fares
New Brunswick
Codiac Transpo — Moncton, Dieppe and Riverview
Age: 65+
Savings: Free transit every Wednesday.
Seniors age 65 and older can ride Codiac Transpo free every Wednesday by providing acceptable proof of age. Codiac also offers a discounted Senior Fare and requires one-time age validation for the senior pass.
Official source: Codiac Transpo fares
Fredericton Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: $65 annual 65 Plus Club Pass.
The Fredericton Transit 65 Plus Club Pass costs $65 per calendar year and provides unlimited transit use from January through December. It is available at City Hall and proof of age is required.
Official source: Fredericton Transit fares
Saint John Transit
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior monthly and 10-ride passes.
For 2026, Saint John Transit charges seniors $61.85 for a monthly pass and $24.25 for a 10-ride pass. The adult monthly pass is $83.50. Senior fare eligibility is age 65 and older.
Official source: Saint John Transit fares and passes
Prince Edward Island
T3 Transit / Transit PEI
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced senior monthly transit passes.
T3 Transit classifies riders age 60 and older as seniors. In Charlottetown, Cornwall and Stratford, the senior monthly pass is $10 compared with $20 for a regular monthly pass. Rural Transit PEI also lists a $10 senior monthly pass compared with $20 for adults. Summerside Transit lists a $10 senior monthly pass as well.
Official source: T3 Transit fares and passes
Northumberland Ferries — PEI to Nova Scotia
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced senior foot-passenger fare.
For the 2026 season, Northumberland Ferries lists the senior foot-passenger fare at $10 for travellers age 60 and older, compared with $11.50 for an adult foot passenger. The route operates between Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island and Caribou, Nova Scotia. Vehicle fares are separate and passengers are included with reserved vehicle fares.
Official source: Northumberland Ferries 2026 fares
Newfoundland and Labrador
Metrobus — St. John’s Area
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior 10-ride and monthly transit passes.
Metrobus charges seniors age 65 and older $18 for a 10-ride pass and $53 for a monthly or 30-day pass, compared with $22.50 and $78 for adult riders. The senior cash fare is the same as the adult cash fare. Residents of St. John’s, Mount Pearl or Paradise who are age 65 or older and receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement may qualify for a free unlimited-use Metrobus pass through the GIS Bus Pass Program.
Official source: Metrobus fares and GIS Bus Pass Program
Marine Atlantic
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced senior passenger fares on Newfoundland–Nova Scotia crossings.
Marine Atlantic provides a reduced passenger fare for travellers age 65 and older. Current one-way senior totals are lower than adult fares on both the Port aux Basques–North Sydney and Argentia–North Sydney routes. Vehicle and accommodation charges are separate.
Official source: Marine Atlantic ferry rates
ParksNL
Age: 65+ and a Newfoundland and Labrador resident.
Savings: 35% off campsite and vehicle-entry fees.
Newfoundland and Labrador residents age 65 and older receive a 35% discount on campsite and vehicle-entry fees at provincial parks. Proof of age is required at check-in.
Official source: ParksNL reservations and fees
Provincial Historic Sites
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced admission at participating provincial historic sites.
For the 2026 season, senior admission is $4 compared with $6 for adults at Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Historic Sites. Sundays are free for all visitors. Operating dates vary by site.
Official source: Provincial Historic Sites visitor information
Newfoundland and Labrador Hunting and Trapping Licences
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced resident senior licence fees.
The province offers reduced hunting and trapping licence fees to residents age 65 and older. For 2026–27, examples include a resident senior moose licence at $33.80 compared with $52, a senior black bear application at $25.35 compared with $39, and senior small-game and ptarmigan licences at $6.50 compared with $10. Additional senior rates apply to other eligible licences.
Official source: 2026–27 Hunting and Trapping Guide licence fees
Motor Registration Division
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced fees on selected vehicle-registration services.
Newfoundland and Labrador Motor Registration lists lower fees for some services for customers age 65 and older. Current examples include a $16 senior transfer-of-ownership fee compared with $50 and a $34 senior registration fee for a homemade trailer compared with $63.
Official source: Motor Registration frequently asked questions
Yukon
Whitehorse Transit
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced senior transit tickets and monthly passes.
Effective July 1, 2026, Whitehorse Transit charges elders and seniors age 60 and older $14 for a 10-ticket strip and $39 for a monthly pass. Adult prices are $33 and $87 respectively. The cash fare is $3.50 for all riders.
Official source: Whitehorse Transit fares
Yukon Fishing Licence
Age: 65+ and a Yukon resident.
Savings: Free seasonal Yukon fishing licence.
Senior Yukon residents age 65 and older receive their Yukon fishing licence at no charge. For comparison, the 2026–27 seasonal Yukon/Alaska resident licence is $18.47. Separate rules and licences can apply in national parks and for certain fishing activities.
Official source: Government of Yukon fishing licences
Yukon Big Game Hunting Licence
Age: 65+ and a Yukon resident.
Savings: Free big game hunting licence and no charge for applicable big-game seals.
Yukon residents age 65 and older can receive a big game hunting licence free of charge. The regular Yukon resident licence is $10. Yukon residents age 65 and older also do not pay the listed seal fees for eligible big-game species.
Official source: Government of Yukon hunting licences
Yukon Trapping Licence
Age: 65+
Savings: Free trapping or assistant-trapper licence.
The Government of Yukon lists both trapping licences and assistant-trapper licences as free for senior citizens age 65 and older. The regular licence fee is $10. Eligibility and concession requirements still apply.
Official source: Government of Yukon trapping licences
Northwest Territories
Yellowknife Transit
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced 10-ride, 31-day and annual transit passes.
Yellowknife residents and visitors age 60 and older qualify for discounted transit fares. Current pricing is $12 for a 10-ride pass, $50 for a 31-day pass and $500 for an annual pass, compared with $18, $75 and $750 at full fare. The single cash fare is $2 for both categories.
Official source: City of Yellowknife transit fares
Yellowknife Recreation Facilities
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced recreation admission and facility passes.
At City of Yellowknife facilities such as the ATCO Aquatic Centre and Fieldhouse, the senior single admission rate is $8.25 versus $9.50 for an adult. Seniors also receive lower Flexi Pass pricing; for example, the one-month senior pass is $59.25 versus $74.75 for an adult.
Official source: City of Yellowknife admission and passes
Northwest Territories Fishing Licence
Age: 65+
Savings: Free seasonal fishing licence.
The Northwest Territories lists its F4 fishing licence for Canadian residents age 65 and older as free. A regular NWT resident seasonal licence is currently $12.93 including GST. Special management areas may require additional validation or documentation even when the senior licence itself is free.
Official source: Government of the Northwest Territories fishing licences
Nunavut
Iqaluit Taxi Elder Fare
Age: 65+
Savings: Reduced taxi fare within Iqaluit’s regulated tariff area.
Effective May 1, 2026, Iqaluit’s standard taxi fare is $9.75 while the Elders Fare remains $8.00. The qualifying age for the elder fare is 65 and older.
Official source: City of Iqaluit taxi fare notice
Iqaluit Aquatic Centre
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced pool and fitness admission and membership fees.
Iqaluit lists senior pool-and-fitness pricing beginning at age 60. Current senior pricing includes $9 drop-in admission, a $13.13 day pass, a $78.75 monthly pass and a $787.50 annual pass. Comparable adult prices are $12, $17.50, $105 and $1,050.
Official source: Iqaluit Aquatic Centre fees
Nunavut Sport Fishing Licence
Age: Over 65, using the current 2026–27 guide’s wording.
Savings: No licence fee for Nunavut and Canadian residents over 65.
The Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide for April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 states that Nunavut residents and Canadian residents over age 65 are still required to hold a sport fishing licence, but there is no fee. The regular Nunavut resident season licence is $11.99 plus applicable tax. National parks require a separate Parks Canada fishing licence.
Official source: Government of Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide
Nunavut Motor Vehicle Senior Fees
Age: 60+
Savings: Reduced driver’s licence, examination and vehicle-registration fees.
The Government of Nunavut Seniors’ Information Handbook states that driver-licence and examination fees are reduced by at least 50% for people age 60 and older. It also notes reduced fees for certain licence changes and for motor vehicle or ATV registration. Confirm the current dollar amount with Motor Vehicle Services because fee schedules can change.
Official source: Government of Nunavut Seniors’ Information Handbook
Canadian Senior Membership Discount Programs
Some of Canada’s largest collections of senior savings are connected to membership programs rather than simply showing proof of age.
Two of the most important are CARP and FADOQ.
CARP Member Discounts
CARP maintains a large collection of discounts and benefits for members.
The available businesses change over time, but current CARP partners cover categories including travel, hotels, eyewear, hearing care, entertainment, clothing, home services and financial products.
Current examples include savings through companies such as Avis, Budget, Mark’s, Choice Hotels, Hilton, HearingLife, IRIS, Park’N Fly and other Canadian businesses.
Because these are CARP member benefits, they should not be confused with automatic senior discounts available to everyone of a certain age.
Always check the current CARP offer and terms before purchasing.
CARP benefits directory: CARP benefits A–Z
FADOQ Discounts in Quebec
FADOQ is especially important for Quebec residents age 50 and older.
FADOQ says its members have access to nearly 1,000 discounts and privileges throughout Quebec.
Savings cover categories including clothing, restaurants, travel, hotels, insurance, telecommunications, health and beauty, entertainment, vehicles and home services.
A valid FADOQ membership card is required.
Because many offers are regional, Quebec readers should search the FADOQ directory for discounts available specifically in their area.
FADOQ discount directory: FADOQ discounts
Senior Discounts to Ask About Locally
Some Canadian businesses are frequently associated with senior discounts, but the company does not publish one clear, uniform national age, percentage and participation policy.
That does not necessarily mean your local location doesn’t have a senior discount.
Before making a special trip, call or ask locally at businesses such as Giant Tiger, Guardian, I.D.A., Remedy’sRx, Medicine Shoppe, Pharmasave, Shoppers Drug Mart and Value Village.
The same advice applies to many franchised restaurants.
Individual McDonald’s, Tim Hortons, A&W, Burger King, Subway, and other restaurant franchises may offer a senior coffee price or local discount, but those offers are not necessarily available at every Canadian location.
Canadian Budget Binder does not list a franchise-specific discount as a guaranteed Canada-wide offer unless we can verify a consistent national policy.
What About Shoppers Drug Mart Seniors’ Day?
Shoppers Drug Mart promotes a Thursday Seniors’ Day with savings on eligible regular-priced merchandise for qualifying PC Optimum members.
However, because the current public national information does not clearly establish a single qualifying senior age across all locations, confirm your eligibility directly with your store before relying on the discount.
For example, the SDM store that we visit for prescriptions and products offers a senior discount for anyone 55 yrs of age and older.
That means, both Mrs. CBB and I (she will get there first) are on our way to discount land in the next three years.
This is exactly why we distinguish between a verified national discount and a locally confirmed offer.
How to Get More Senior Discounts in Canada
A senior discount isn’t always posted on the front door or advertised in a flyer.
The easiest habit is simply to ask before paying: “Do you offer a senior discount or have a Seniors Day?”
Carry photo identification in case proof of age is required.
If a loyalty program such as Be Well, Scene+, PC Optimum, or Your Rewards is required, make sure your account is active before shopping.
Also compare the senior price with the current sale price, coupon or loyalty offer. A senior discount isn’t automatically the cheapest option.
For grocery shopping in particular, combine discounts with smart price comparison. Our Ultimate Canadian Grocery Shopping Guide explains several ways to reduce food costs.
Learning how to compare unit prices can also help determine whether the discounted product is actually the better deal.
You can also use our free Grocery Savings Budget Binder to track grocery prices, coupons and other savings.
Don’t Forget About Senior Banking Discounts
Retail discounts tend to get most of the attention, but banking discounts may produce larger savings over an entire year.
Several major Canadian banks currently provide monthly-fee reductions or rebates for seniors, including BMO, CIBC, National Bank, RBC, Scotiabank, and TD.
A $4 monthly account discount saves $48 a year.
A $7 monthly discount saves $84 a year.
If you’ve had the same bank account for many years and have reached your bank’s qualifying senior age, don’t assume the best benefit has automatically been applied.
Ask your bank: “Am I receiving every senior banking discount I’m eligible for?”
It takes only a few minutes to check. When Mrs. CBB and her sister took over their mother’s banking they found out that she qualified for the seniors discount
Is 55 Considered a Senior in Canada?
It depends on the purpose.
For Canadian government benefits, pensions and tax programs, eligibility is determined by the specific government program.
Retailers are different.
Private businesses can establish their own senior-discount age.
That’s why a Canadian age 55 can qualify for discounts at businesses such as Rexall, Michaels, RONA and participating Denny’s restaurants even though other businesses use age 60 or 65.
There is no universal Canadian retail senior age.
Do Senior Discounts Apply Automatically?
Not always.
Some discounts must be requested before paying.
Other businesses require valid government-issued identification, a loyalty account, a membership card, online age verification, booking a special senior rate or shopping on a particular weekday.
For example, Rexall requires a Be Well membership, Lawtons requires Scene+, Pet Valu requires Your Rewards or VIP Plus membership, and hotel companies typically require you to select the senior rate when booking.
If you’re unsure, ask before the transaction is completed.
What Day Is Seniors Day in Canada?
There is no single national Seniors Day used by Canadian businesses.
Different businesses use different days.
For example, RONA and Rexall have Tuesday offers, Bulk Barn uses Wednesday, Lawtons generally uses Wednesday, Pet Valu uses the last Thursday of the month, Landmark Cinemas uses Monday, and some regional stores choose their own day.
Always check the business’s current schedule before visiting.
Are Senior Discounts Available Everywhere in Canada?
No.
Canada is a large country, and many senior-discount programs are regional.
Brunet and Uniprix are primarily Quebec businesses. Freson Bros. operates in Alberta. Mandarin Restaurant is primarily an Ontario chain. Ontario Northland is an Ontario transportation service.
Other chains use independently operated or franchised locations, which means one store may participate in a senior promotion while another does not.
This is why we identify regional and participating-location offers whenever possible.
Can Senior Discounts Be Combined With Sales or Coupons?
Sometimes, but not always.
Many senior programs specifically exclude sale merchandise, coupons or other promotions.
Others allow a senior discount on eligible sale items.
Before assuming the percentage will stack with another deal, read the terms or ask the cashier.
The best strategy is to compare the final price rather than focusing only on the advertised percentage.
More Ways for Canadians to Save Money
Senior discounts are only one way to reduce everyday expenses.
Canadian Budget Binder also maintains resources for Birthday Freebies in Canada and our FREE Canadian Budget Binder printables to help Canadians plan, budget and save throughout the year.
Small savings can add up when they’re used consistently.
Help Us Build Canada’s Senior Discount Directory
Senior discount programs change frequently, and many independently owned Canadian businesses offer savings that never appear on a national corporate website.
Do you know of a Canadian senior discount we’re missing?
Leave a comment or contact Canadian Budget Binder with the business name, city and province, minimum qualifying age, discount amount, Seniors Day if applicable, membership or loyalty-card requirements, and a link or photo showing the current offer if available.
We’ll verify the information before adding it to the directory.
If a discount listed on this page has changed or ended, we’d also like to know.
Bookmark this page and check back as we continue expanding our directory of senior discounts in Canada.
Final Thoughts on Senior Discounts in Canada
You don’t need to use every discount in this directory to save money.
Start with the businesses you already use.
Check your bank account.
Ask your pharmacy.
Look at your favourite grocery, restaurant, hotel and entertainment businesses.
And don’t wait until age 65 before asking.
Depending on the company, Canadian senior savings can begin at age 50, 55 or 60.
Even a few dollars saved regularly can make a meaningful difference over the course of a year.
Disclaimer: Canadian Budget Binder provides this directory for general informational purposes. Discounts, qualifying ages, membership requirements, participating locations and exclusions can change at any time. We verify information using official business sources whenever possible, but readers should confirm the current offer directly with the business before making a purchase or special trip.