What is a loyalty program?

A loyalty program is a rewards system offered by businesses to encourage repeat purchases. Members earn points, miles, or credits that can be redeemed for rewards.

How do I choose the best loyalty program in Canada?

Consider your spending habits, program partners, redemption options, fees, and ease of use. The best programs offer high value for your everyday purchases.

Do loyalty program points expire?

It depends on the program. Some like PC Optimum never expire as long as the account is active, while others like Aeroplan expire after 18 months of inactivity.

Can I combine multiple loyalty programs?

Yes! You can be a member of multiple programs simultaneously. Many Canadians use a combination of programs to maximize their rewards.

Tim Hortons Rewards

Tims Rewards is Tim Hortons' free loyalty program. Earn points on every purchase — coffees, donuts, sandwiches, and more — and redeem them for free food and beverages. With over 4,000 locations across Canada, it's one of the easiest programs to earn from every single day.

Point Value

~2.5% return on spend (varies by item redeemed).

Sign-up Bonus

Occasional welcome offers via the app.

How It Works

Download the Tim Hortons app or sign up online.
Scan your app or linked payment card on every visit.
Earn 10 Tims Rewards points per $1 spent on eligible purchases.
Unlock free food and drinks at different point thresholds.

Benefits

Points on every purchase at any Tim Hortons location.
App offers personalized bonus point events.
Birthday reward and surprise freebies throughout the year.
Mobile ordering and pay-ahead through the app.

✅ Pros

•Ubiquitous — Tim Hortons is everywhere in Canada, so earning is effortless.
•No card required — just scan the app or link a payment method.
•Frequent bonus-point promotions (e.g., Roll Up to Win, Hockey Pool).
•Very low redemption thresholds for basic items (free coffee at 400 pts).

❌ Cons

•Point value is relatively low compared to competitors like Starbucks Rewards.
•Rewards are limited to Tim Hortons — no partner network.
•Higher-value items (sandwiches, wraps) require significantly more points.
•App can be glitchy, and some franchise locations lag on promotions.

Best Redemptions

400 points: Free coffee or tea (best value per point).
600 points: Free donut or TimBit pack.
800 points: Free breakfast sandwich or bagel.
1,400 points: Free specialty drink (iced capp, latte).

Who It's Best For

☕ Daily coffee drinkers who visit Tim Hortons regularly.
🍩 Families who frequent Tims for breakfast, lunch, or snacks.
🏒 Anyone who loves Roll Up to Win season.
📱 Mobile-order fans who want to skip the line.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Tim Hortons points do I need for a free coffee?

You need 400 Tims Rewards points for a free hot or iced coffee or tea. At 10 points per $1, that means about $40 in purchases to earn a free coffee.

Do Tim Hortons rewards points expire?

Yes. Points expire if your account has no earning activity for 12 consecutive months.

Can I earn Tims points through delivery apps?

Only orders placed through the Tim Hortons app earn Tims Rewards points. Third-party delivery apps like Uber Eats and DoorDash do not earn points.

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Program Rules

Point Expiration: Points expire after 12 months of account inactivity.

Blackout Dates: No blackout dates

Program Stats

Overall7/10

Value6/10

Ease of Use8.5/10

Redemption6.5/10

Coverage8/10

Program Details

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