{"id":246674,"date":"2026-01-02T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/?p=246674"},"modified":"2026-04-28T12:05:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T16:05:29","slug":"start-year-well-reward-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/strategy\/start-year-well-reward-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Points and Credit Card Strategy: 2026 Goals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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A new year brings opportunities to take stock of your points and rewards goals. It’s the perfect time to adjust your points and credit card strategy<\/strong>, validate your statuses, and plan your next accumulations. Indeed, a few decisions made in January can transform your points balance and your travels for the rest of the year. <\/p>\n\n

Whether you’re aiming for Aeroplan status, a family trip, or simply more cash back on everyday purchases, this guide brings together the main actions to take to start 2026 off right. To go further, check out our page on the best credit cards<\/a> in Canada. <\/p>\n\n

Take Stock of Your Goals<\/h2>\n\n

Start by checking where you stand with your points balance or cash back. Do your current cards still meet your travel and everyday spending needs? If the answer isn’t clear, it’s a signal that you need to review your wallet. <\/p>\n

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Our list of the best credit cards in Canada<\/a> helps you choose according to your goals. Additionally, subscribe to our newsletter<\/a> to discover Milesopedia’s 2026 Awards, coming out in mid-January. <\/p>\n