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Bonus 2,500 points/year for 12 consecutive on-time, full-balance payments (credit-building incentive, not a spend category).
A no-fee card built for newcomers, students and young adults: no minimum income requirement, 2.5x BMO Rewards on groceries, dining and bills, plus a credit-building bonus for on-time payments.
Newcomers to Canada and young adults without an income history.
Students and early-career professionals building credit.
You already qualify for a stronger no-fee card and don't need the accessibility.
You want travel insurance or premium perks.
Watch-outs 0.5x base rate is low outside the three bonus categories. · Welcome offer structure needs re-verification — treat the 25,000 figure as approximate.
Butter may earn a referral fee when you apply through our links, including through partner networks. This never affects our recommendations, which are based solely on your spending data, not commissions. Butter provides information and tools, not financial advice. Card details such as earn rates, fees and bonuses may change. Verify on issuer's site → Always confirm with the issuer before applying.