SCENE credit cards

Whether you’re a die-hard movie buff or just an occasional moviegoer, you might benefit from a SCENE credit card. SCENE cards are part of a customer loyalty program offered by Scotiabank and Cineplex that allows you to accumulate rewards on all of your everyday purchases, with more earning potential when you shop at Cineplex. SCENE credit cards have a $0 annual fee, optional insurance coverage and a generous welcome bonus.

Learn more about the SCENE program and how you can maximize your rewards.

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Name	Product CACCF	Purchase Interest Rate	Cash Advance Rate	Annual Fee	call to action	SCENE Rewards
Scotiabank SCENE+ Visa Card		20.99%	22.99%	$0	Go to site More Info	Earn 2 Scene+ points on every $1 you spend at Cineplex theatres, cineplex.com, Home Hardware and participating grocery stores like Sobeys, Safeway, FreshCo and Foodland & Participating Co-ops. Earn 1 Scene+ point per $1 spent on all other eligible purchases.	Earn up to 7,500 Scene+ points in the first 3 months. Apply by March 2, 2025.	loading Fetching your data...

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What is the SCENE program?

SCENE is a loyalty program that lets you show your SCENE membership card to earn points on movies, meals and other purchases at Cineplex and participating restaurants. You can then redeem these points for free movie tickets, concession items and more. You’ll also get discounted movie tickets on certain days of the week and a welcome bonus when you sign up for the program.

How does it work?

The SCENE credit card is an extension of the customer loyalty program in that it lets you earn points on everyday purchases (not just those made at Cineplex or affiliated companies). You’ll earn a different number of points based on the type of card you have. On average, you can earn around one movie for every $1,250.00 you spend on your card (or every $250.00 you spend at Cineplex).

Perks

• $0 annual fee. You won’t typically pay an annual fee for a Scotiabank SCENE+ Visa Card.
• Bonus points. Earn 2x the points when you shop at Cineplex.
• Basic benefits. There’s the option to pay a little bit more for basic insurance.
• Free movies. Every tenth movie that you go to is on the house.
• Discounted prices. Get discounted ticket prices on Tuesdays.
• Welcome bonus. Qualify for bonus points when you sign up.

SCENE credit cards

• Scotiabank SCENE+ Visa Card. Earn Earn 2 Scene+ points on every $1 you spend at Cineplex theatres, cineplex.com, Home Hardware and participating grocery stores like Sobeys, Safeway, FreshCo and Foodland & Participating Co-ops. Earn 1 Scene+ point per $1 spent on all other eligible purchases.. You can also take advantage of a welcome offer when you sign up: Earn up to 7,500 Scene+ points in the first 3 months. Apply by March 2, 2025. Additionally, save money with a $0 annual fee.
• SCENE Visa Card-Student. This card offers access to the SCENE student banking bundle and Scotiabank’s student resources.
• Scotiabank Rewards credit cards. Scotiabank rewards cards allow you to convert rewards into SCENE points as long as you have a valid SCENE membership card.

How to maximize your rewards

• Pair with a SCENE debit card. If you want to accumulate points quickly, you can pair your credit card with a SCENE debit card to earn the maximum amount.
• Search for the biggest welcome bonus. Find a card that gives you the most points when you sign up.
• Spend more at Cineplex. You’ll get 2x the rewards at Cineplex, so make sure that you use your card whenever you buy movie tickets or shop at the concession.
• Take advantage of special offers. Take advantage of monthly coupons and special offers (like 15x the bonus points) at participating restaurants.
• Watch out for caps on points. Make multiple transactions on large amounts if possible since the maximum number of points you can earn per transaction is 300, while the maximum you can earn per day is 600.

If you’re in the market for a credit card that will let you earn points to see all the latest blockbusters for free, then a SCENE credit card could be the right fit for you. These cards tend to be pretty basic and come with no annual fee. You can take advantage of special offers on movies and restaurants, but watch out for caps on points if you want to maximize your rewards.

Frequently asked questions

• What's the difference between the SCENE Visa and the SCENE Student Visa?

  The only difference with the student card is that you get access to Scotiabank’s student resources, along with a smaller welcome bonus. However, you can maximize your rewards by opting into the SCENE student banking bundle, which will let you earn additional SCENE points.

• Is there a limit to how much I can earn?

  Yes. Typically, the maximum number of points you can earn per transaction is around 300. You can also usually only earn a maximum of 600 points per day.

• Will I pay interest on my card balance?

  Yes, you’ll need to pay interest on your outstanding balance unless you pay it off in full by the due date on your statement each month.

Written by

Claire Horwood

Associate editor

Claire Horwood was a writer at Finder, specializing in credit cards, loans and other financial products. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Gender Studies from the University of Victoria, and an Associate’s Degree in Science from Camosun College. Much of Claire’s coursework has focused on writing and statistics, with a healthy dose of social and cultural analysis mixed in for good measure. In her spare time, Claire enjoys rock climbing, travelling and drinking inordinate amounts of coffee. See full bio