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Scene+ · Amex

Scotiabank Gold American Express Card

Scene+ points on groceries, dining and entertainment, with no foreign transaction fee.

Annual fee
$120
Foreign transaction fee
0%
Purchase APR
20.99%

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Worth considering if

Groceries and dining are regular expenses, and the stores you use accept American Express.

Before you choose

The annual fee and shared accelerated-earn limit matter. Check which grocery banners qualify for the top rate.

Your estimate

Make it about your spending.

See the rewards after fees, based on where you actually shop.

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An estimate, not a guarantee. Approval is up to the issuer.

Rewards

What earns what.

Current rates. Conditions and limits matter as much as the headline number.

Empire-affiliated grocery storesSource
6 points per $1

Limit: $50,000 in eligible spending per calendar year, shared across qualifying reward categories; then 1 point per $1.

Other groceries, dining, and entertainmentSource
5 points per $1

Limit: $50,000 in eligible spending per calendar year, shared across qualifying reward categories; then 1 point per $1.

Gas stations, transit, and select streamingSource
3 points per $1

Limit: $50,000 in eligible spending per calendar year, shared across qualifying reward categories; then 1 point per $1.

All other eligible purchasesSource
1 point per $1

Merchant coding and eligibility determine the rate. Rates do not add together unless the issuer explicitly allows it.

Using your rewards

The calculator’s standard value is 1¢ per point. Your redemption choice can change the value.

Redemption value depends on how you use your rewards. Check the issuer’s redemption terms before comparing points with cash.

Welcome offer

Earn up to 40,000 Scene+ points (20,000 points after spending $1,000 in first 3 months plus 20,000 points after spending $7,500 in first year)

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Costs & eligibility

The important numbers.

Paying interest can outweigh the rewards you earn.

Annual fee
$120
Additional card
$29
Purchase interest rate
20.99%
Cash advance interest rate
22.99%
Foreign transaction fee
0%

Who can apply?

Personal income
$12,000

Meeting published income criteria does not guarantee approval. Other eligibility conditions and fees may apply.

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Benefits & protection

More than rewards.

Value the benefits you will use—not every advertised perk.

Card benefits

  • No foreign transaction fees: save the 2.5% foreign transaction fee on all foreign currency purchases

    Terms
  • American Express Front Of The Line advance access to tickets for concerts, theatre, and special events

    Terms
  • Amex Offers: curated dining, shopping, and travel statement credits throughout the year

    Terms
  • Save up to 25% on base car rental rates at participating Avis and Budget locations

    Terms

Insurance & purchase protection

Coverage has eligibility rules, limits and exclusions. The insurance certificate controls.

Travel emergency medical

Travel Emergency Medical Insurance up to $1,000,000

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Trip cancellation interruption

Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption Insurance

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Flight delay

Flight Delay Insurance

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Baggage delay loss

Delayed and Lost Baggage Insurance

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Rental car collision loss

Rental Car Collision Loss/Damage Insurance

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Hotel burglary

Hotel/Motel Burglary Insurance

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Mobile device insurance

Mobile Device Insurance up to $1,000

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Purchase protection extended warranty

Purchase Security and Extended Warranty Protection

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Compare your options

Worth a closer look.

Related reward programs and fees—not a ranking for your spending.

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Common questions

Before you decide.

Is Scotiabank Gold American Express Card worth the annual fee?

It depends on whether the extra rewards and benefits you actually use outweigh the $120 annual fee. Use your spending to compare the ongoing value after fees.

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Does this card charge a foreign transaction fee?

The published foreign transaction fee is 0%. Exchange rates and other applicable charges can still affect your cost. See the issuer’s terms.

How does WealthGeist calculate my estimate?

We match eligible spending to each card’s reward rules, apply modeled limits and subtract fees. You can check the breakdown and adjust assumptions. Welcome offers and ongoing rewards are shown separately.

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Sources & transparency

Check the details.

Card facts come from the linked sources. Issuer terms take precedence.

  1. scotiabank.com · gold card ↗Issuer source · Checked Sep 4, 2026
  2. tangerine.ca · world elite mastercard ↗Issuer source · Checked Sep 2, 2026
  3. help.sceneplus.ca · 46948458421147 How do I earn and redeem points with Scene Travel ↗Issuer source · Checked Sep 2, 2026
  4. scotiabank.com · rates and fees ↗Issuer source · Checked Sep 4, 2026
  5. scotiabank.com · credit cards ↗Issuer source · Checked Sep 4, 2026

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