Vancity Credit Cards Review

Earn points on your everyday purchases and protect the environment at the same time with Vancity's innovative line of enviro credit cards.

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If you’re an environmentally conscious BC resident looking for a decent return on your credit card points, Vancity might have a credit card for you. Find out more about Vancity fee-free, low interest and business/personal rewards cards below.

Vancity credit cards

Vancity offers three main types of cards to BC residents: fee-free rewards cards, personal/business rewards cards and low-interest cards. One feature that cuts across all types is that a 5% of profits go to supporting the Vancity enviroFund program. Visa is the only type of card on offer, so you might need to look elsewhere if you’re in the market for a MasterCard or American Express.

enviro Classic Visa Card

The enviro Classic Visa Card lets you earn one point for every two dollars you spend on regular purchases, in addition to one point per dollar when you book travel through the Vancity Rewards program

This card doesn’t charge an annual fee and comes with travel accident insurance up to $200,000, extended warranty coverage and purchase security coverage.

enviro Classic Visa Low-Interest Card

You won’t collect rewards or qualify for additional benefits with this card, but the relatively low interest rate on purchases is a big draw for customers compared to other cards on the market. You’ll also pay a much smaller annual fee than with most other Vancity cards. Consider this card if you’re looking to finance a large purchase or you have trouble paying off your balance in full every month.

enviro Gold Visa card with Vancity Rewards Accelerator

This card comes with a high fee but offers more rewards points for every dollar you spend, along with a welcome bonus and bonus points every year on your card’s anniversary. You’ll also earn additional the points when you book travel through the Vancity rewards program.

You’ll also get access to extra benefits including travel insurance – with coverage for accidents, auto rental theft/collision, delayed/lost baggage and more – as well as extended warranty/purchase protection on all purchases made with your card.

Vancity credit cards rewards program

Vancity credit cards offer returns in the form of cashback, travel discounts, charitable donations and gift cards.

How to redeem points

For cashback, you can sign into your online banking to see how much you’ve earned and request to apply amounts onto your next bank statement. To redeem points for all other categories, you need to sign on to your rewards account at www.rewards.vancity.com.

Typical card benefits and features of a Vancity credit card

Vancity offers a number of credit cards options to suit every need. Each card offers its own range of unique features, but there are also common features across cards.

  • enviro promise. 5% of the profits Vancity makes on your card will go to their environment fund.
  • Contactless payments. Check out in a flash with Tap & Go.
  • Lowest price guarantee. You’ll typically be reimbursed for the difference on a purchase if you find a lower written advertised price within 60 days.
  • Automatic and recurring payments. Schedule payments in advance so you never miss a bill again.
  • Purchase protection. Enjoy damage, loss or theft protection on most purchases.
  • Apple pay. Make secure electronic payments in-store, in apps and on the web.

How to apply for a credit card with Vancity

You can apply for a credit card with Vancity through its website. Before you apply, make sure you meet the minimum eligibility requirements and prepare some basic information.

Eligibility criteria

  • You must be at least 19 years old.
  • You must be a BC resident.

Required documents

  • Full name and date of birth.
  • Street address and phone number.
  • Valid email address.
  • Total annual income.

How does Vancity keep my credit card information safe?

Vancity provides enhanced protection for your card by asking for a PIN when you make purchases. They also have fraud detection software that can signal when there’s suspicious activity on your account.

Compare other credit cards

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Name Product CACCF Welcome Offer Rewards Purchase Interest Rate Annual Fee Min. Credit Score Description
RBC Cash Back Mastercard
N/A
Up to 2% cash back
20.99%
$0
Min. recommended credit score: 650
Get up to 2% unlimited cash back on grocery store purchases, and up to 1% cash back on all other qualifying purchases and pre-authorized payments.
Neo Credit Mastercard
Get $25.00 + up to 15% cash back
Up to 5% cash back
19.99% - 29.99%
$0
Min. recommended credit score: 640
Get $25 when you sign up for the Neo Financial Mastercard. Plus, earn bonuses like 15% cashback on your first purchase at most partners, and earn an average of 5% cashback at partner stores and at least 1% cashback guaranteed.
RBC ION Visa
3,500 points
1.5 points per $1 spent
20.99%
$0
Min. recommended credit score: 660
Get 3,500 Avion points when you get approved for the card. Apply by January 15, 2025.
Tangerine World Mastercard
10% cash back
Up to 2% cash back
20.95%
$0
Min. recommended credit score: 600
Earn 10% cash back (up to $100) when you spend $1,000 in the first 2 months. Valid until January 31, 2025. Plus, get a 1.95% interest rate on balance transfers for the first 6 months.
American Express Cobalt Card
15,000 points
Up to 5x points per $1 spent
21.99%
$155.88
Min. recommended credit score: 700
Earn up to 15,000 Membership Rewards points in your first year. Earn 1,250 Membership Rewards points for each monthly billing period in which you spend $750 in purchases. That’s up to $150 towards a weekend getaway or concert tickets.
BMO CashBack Mastercard
5% cash back
Up to 3% cash back
20.99%
$0
Min. recommended credit score: 660
Get 5% cash back on all eligible purchases in the first three months of card membership (up to max. spend of $2,500). Plus, get a rate of 0.99% on balance transfers for 9 months. A 2% fee applies to transferred balances.
Tangerine Money-Back Credit Card
10% cash back
Up to 2% cash back
20.95%
$0
Min. recommended credit score: 600
Earn 10% cash back (up to $100) when you spend $1,000 in the first 2 months. Valid until January 31, 2025. Plus, get a 1.95% interest rate on balance transfers for the first 6 months.
RBC Avion Visa Infinite
35,000 points
Up to 1 point per $1 spent
20.99%
$120
Min. recommended credit score: 650
Get 35,000 Welcome Points upon approval.
BMO eclipse rise Visa Card
25,000
Up to 5 points per $2 spent
20.99%
$0
Min. recommended credit score: 660
Earn up to 25,000 bonus points.
RBC ION+ Visa
7,000 points
3 points per $1 spent
20.99%
$48
Min. recommended credit score: 660
Get 3,500 Welcome Points on approval and earn 3,500 bonus points when you spend $500 in the first 3 months. Apply by January 15th, 2025.
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Bottom line

Vancity has a nice selection of cards and a reasonable return on points (although not the highest you can get). It offers no fee and low-interest cards, as well as personal and business cards with a higher fee and return on points. Most cards come with some form of insurance and are only available to BC residents above the age of 19 years old. Compare their current cards to find out which one is the best fit for you.

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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

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