200+ Senior Discounts In Canada (Jan 2023)

What Are Senior Discounts?

Senior discounts are discounts made available to older Canadians. The exact age an individual becomes eligible for a senior discount varies by the establishment, but the typical ages tend to be around 55 to 60 years old. Some companies only offer exclusive discounts to seniors 65 years or older, which is the conventionally accepted retirement age. Just as the government of Canada treats 65+ individuals receiving CPP and OAS slightly differently, the same goes for Canadians receiving senior discounts.

You can always inquire in each store to know whether your age is eligible for a unique discount or not.

What is CARP?

The Canadian Association of Retired Persons is for Canadian senior citizens ages 50 and above. Members of CARP are entitled to the benefits offered to seniors by the establishments. Canadians 50+ can join CARP for an annual fee of $19.95. 

CARP Membership Requirements

Each establishment observes specific membership requirements before seniors can get the benefits.

• Age: Technically, seniors are individuals who have reached 50 and above. However, some establishments limit the discounts they offer to specific ages such as 55, 60, 65 years old, or a different age that they determine.
• Ask: Always ask the establishment if they offer senior discounts because they don’t automatically apply them if you purchase or get products or food from them. Before you pay, ask them first.
• Identification Card: Government IDs are essential in providing proof that an individual is qualified for senior discounts. Examples of these IDs are a driver's license, Old Age Status (OAS) card, passport, or health card.

Restaurant Discounts for Seniors in Canada

Stores	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Burger King	Free coffee or 10% discount	55+	Location may vary	The discounts may differ depending on the location of the branch.
Tim Hortons	10% discount	May vary on the location	May vary on the location.	Some branches offer discounts, but some may not.
Church’s Chicken	30% discount	55+	Tuesdays	They offer coupons and codes on their website.
Denny’s Restaurant	Senior section menu and 15% off	55+	Daily or Thursdays between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.	The senior section menu is offered daily while the 15% discount is exclusive on Thursdays.
A & W	Discounts for tea, coffee, and food	60+	May vary on the location.	Ask the branch representative about the senior discounts.
IHOP	55+ menu with discounted costs	55+	Daily	All of the branches in Canada offer a senior discounted menu.
KFC	Small drinks or discounts	55+	Daily or Tuesdays exclusive discounts	Discounts offered may vary depending on the location.
Knight & Day	Discounted senior section menu	60+	4 p.m. to 9 p.m.	The special menu for seniors is only available for a limited time daily.
Mcdonalds	Discounts on coffee or coffee with muffin set	55+ or 60+	Daily	Some locations offer 20% coffee discounts to seniors aged 55 years old and above.
Applebee’s	May vary on the location	55+	May vary on the location	N/A
Golden Griddle	10% discount	55+	Daily	All of the menus are qualified for senior discounts except alcoholic beverages.
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery	Discounted senior section menu	55+	Daily	Contact the branch for the available senior discounts
Sals & Sals Xpress	Discounted special menu	55+	Daily	Available in Manitoba only.
Salisbury House	Discounted “Silver” menu	55+	May vary on the branch.	Winnipeg and Steinback in Manitoba only.
Mandarin Restaurant	20% off for buffet cost	65+	Daily	Seniors must show a valid ID to qualify.
Imperial Buffet	35% discount	55+	Monday to Thursday and Friday	Discounted lunch and dinner are for Monday to Thursday while lunch discounts are only on Friday.
The Pantry	Discounted senior menu	65+	May vary on the location.	Ask for more info in every branch.
Ricky’s Restaurants	10% off	65+	May vary on the location.	They provide coupons online.
Subway	10% off	60+	Daily	Senior discounts are limited to some stores or depend on the manager’s discretion.
Taco Bell	Free drinks or 5% meal discount	60+ or 65+	May vary on the location.	Ask for more info in every branch.
Wendy’s Restaurant	10% discounts or discounted/free drinks	65+	May vary on the location.	Contact the branch for the available senior discounts.
White Spot	Discounted senior menu	65	Daily	N/A
Dunkin Donuts	Large or extra-large drinks and free donuts	May vary on the location.	May vary on the location.	The age qualification and frequency depend on the branch location.
Boston Pizza	Offers fidelity card	60+	6th dinner is free	Coupons and discounts are also available online for a specific period.
Buffet Royal Restaurant	25% discount	60+	Between 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.	Discounts are available for a limited period only.
Ruby King Restaurant	10% discount	60+	Daily	Bring valid IDs to qualify for the discounts.
Smitty’s	10% off or free meal during birthdays or 5% saving certificate	60+	Daily	Smitty’s Seniors Club was replaced with MySmitty’s Rewards.
Humpty’s Restaurant	20% discount	55+	Tuesdays	Make sure to bring a valid ID to qualify for the senior discount.
Papa John’s	25% discount	60+	Ask for the availability.	Discounts are usually applied for online orders, and it is offered only in Atlantic Canada.

Food & Grocery Store Discounts for Seniors in Canada

Stores	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Bulk Barn	10% discount	65+	Wednesdays	Bring a valid ID to get the discounts.
M & M Meats	5% or 10% discount	May vary on the location	Depending on the discount offered	Most of the branches offer automatic 10% discounts on full-priced orders every day while 5% off on Tuesdays.
Liquor Depot/Barn	5% discount	65+	Tuesdays	Discounts offered are only available in Alberta and British Columbia.
Arby’s	5% discount or free drinks	55+	May vary on the location.	Some branches may offer discounts and others offer free drinks.
Herb & Spice Shop	10% discount	65+	Daily	Discounts may not be available to all of the stores.
Kardish Health Food	10% discount	65+	Tuesdays	Ask branch representatives to know if they offer senior discounts.
McGavin's Bread Basket	10% discount	60+	Wednesdays	Ask for senior discounts for every total purchase.
Safeway	10% discount	Ask for age qualification	First Tuesday or first or third Wednesday of the month	They offer discounts on specific days or scenarios such as customer appreciation day, every $35 total purchase, the first Tuesday or Wednesday of the month, or using Safeway Card.
Bruno’s Fine Foods	May vary on the location.	May vary on the location.	On selected dates only	Contact the store to know how receive their senior discount.
Farm Fresh	5% discount	55+	Tuesdays and Thursdays	Bring a valid ID to qualify.
Sobey’s	10% discount	Ask the store	First Tuesday of the month and 3rd Wednesday of the month in Safeway Locations	Make sure to ask about the senior discounts offered.
Amaranth Foods	10% discount	65+	Tuesdays	Discounts are only available in Calgary and St. Albert branches.
Nature’s Fare Markets	5% discount	65+	Daily	Cases or bulk bags filled with products are entitled to a 10% discount.
Community Natural Foods	5% discount	65+	Daily	Only available in Calgary. Valid ID is required and not offered for online purchases.

Pharmacy Discounts for Canadian Seniors

Pharmacy/Program	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Provincial and Territorial Public Drug Benefit Programs	Inquire about the requirements for qualification.	Ask the authorized person.	Every purchase	Seniors that have a low income are supported by the government through this program.
Medical Services Plans	Seniors that earn below $22,000 are qualified	Ask the authorized person	Every purchase	Eligible seniors receive particular benefits such as the Premium Assistance Program.
Shoppers Drug Mart	20% discount	65+	Thursdays	Only seniors that hold a PC Optimum Card can get the discount. Gift cards, lottery tickets, tobacco, and alcohol are excluded from the discount.
Rexall Pharma Plus	20% discount for CARP members only	65+	Weekly and another special discount every last Tuesday of the month	Specific regulations may apply
Lawtons Drugs	20% discount	55+	Once a month and the location may vary	Most discounts are applied on Wednesdays.
Jean Coutu	10% discount	65+	Wednesdays	Contact the store to know more info
Pharma Plus	20% discount	65+	last Tuesday of the month	Exclusions may apply.
Pharmasave	10% discount	65+	Once a month	The discount day varies from every branch. Contact the pharmacy for more details.

Retail Store Discounts for Seniors

Stores	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Carlton Cards	10% discount	60+	Daily	Ask for a senior discount on every purchase.
Michaels	10% discount	60+	Daily	All purchases are eligible for a senior discount.
Giant Tiger	10% discount	60+	First Monday of the month	Discounts may not be available in other branches.
Pet Valu	10% discount	60+	Last Thursday of the month	Senior discounts are available only for Pet Valu Your Rewards or VIP plus members.
Global Pet Foods	15% discount	60+	last Tuesday of the month	Discounts may vary on the location and it’s exclusive only for the rewards card holders.
The Bay	15% discount	55+ or 60+	First Tuesday of the month	Ask the store about the minimum age requirement to get the discount.
Canadiana Flowers	15% discount	55+	May vary on the location.	Discounts are only offered to CARP members.
Hallmark	10% discount	65+	Once a week	Senior Discounts may not be available to some stores.
Canadian Tire	10% discount	65+	First Wednesday of the month	The discounts are only applied to regular-priced items.

Thrift Stores and Clothing Discounts for Seniors

Stores	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Salvation Army Thrift Store	10% discount	60+	May vary on the location.	Ask the branch if they offer senior discounts and bring a valid ID.
Value Village	30% discount	55+	Tuesdays	The discount schedule may vary in every store location.
Goodwill	25% discount	55+	Second Monday of the month	Discounts are only available in stores in Ontario and Alberta.
Goodwill Amity	10% discount	65+	Daily	Contact a specific branch for more information.

Banking Discounts for Canadian Seniors

Financial Institution/ Bank	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Scotiabank	Low monthly fees/ 12 Free transactions per month/ $4 off for other checking accounts	60+	Monthly	Selected checking and savings account.
Bank of Montreal	Free checking and savings account or $300 bonus for premium accounts	60+	Every transaction	With benefits from the bank.
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce	Low monthly fees, annual discounts, and free services	60+	Every transaction	Benefits are applied to checking and saving accounts.
TD Bank	Exclusive benefits	60+	Every opening of an account	N/A
ATB Financial	Freedom Account, 10$ discounts for opening a safety box, no monthly fees, unlimited transactions, and personalized checks	59+	Depending on the transaction.	Benefits are applied based on the transactions.
National Bank of Canada	Low monthly fees for Modest Checking Account	60+	Every opening of an account	N/A
Home Equity Bank	Up to 55% can be appraised from the customer’s primary home	55+	Every application	Only applies to CHIP Open Reverse Mortgage loans from the bank.
Royal Bank of Canada	Free transactions, check writing, 50% discount on annual fees, and additional benefits	60+	Depending on the transaction	Applies to the RBC SIxty Plus Account and members of the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Retired Persons.
Servus Credit Union	Zero fees for banking plans, 100 free checks, or 10$ off for the safety deposit box’s annual fee, and other discounts	60+	Depending on the transaction	Visit their website for more information
Canadian Western Bank	No monthly fee for Gold Leaf Plus Account with unlimited transactions, complimentary checks, and $15 safety deposit box’s rentals	57+	Depending on the transaction	N/A

Home Improvement & Building Supplies Discounts for Seniors

Stores	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Home Hardware	20% discount	May vary on the location.	Selected days	Contact branch about the age discount schedules.
Rona	10% discount	50+	First Tuesday of the month	Promos are currently unavailable. Check offers next time.
Reno Depot	10% discount	55+	First Tuesday of the month	N/A
Cloverdale Paints	25% discount for paint and 15% off for accessories and tools	60+	First Tuesday of the month	Paint discounts are daily.
Art Knapps	10% discount	60+	First Wednesdays of the month	Discounts may vary depending on the branch.

Travel and Transportation Discounts for Seniors

Transit

Transit	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
BC Ferries	Free travel	65+	Mondays to Thursdays	Travelling with a vehicle on a ferry route is excluded. Not available on holidays.
St. John’s Metrobus	10 discounted ride passes and monthly passes	Ask for the age qualification	Until benefits are all used or every month	No discounts for single rides.
Winnipeg Transit	Peggo E-passes and single fare discounted rates	65+	Each ride	Bring ID to qualify.
GO Transit	50% discount	65+	Single rides	No discounts for Day Pass.
OC Transpo	Free travel for O-Train and OC Transpo Buses	Ask for the age qualification	Sundays and Wednesdays	Presto members are entitled to  monthly pass discounts.
Halifax Transit	Discounted rates	65+	Free travel on Tuesdays in between 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and after 6 p.m.	N/A
British Columbia Transportation System	Discounted rates	60+	Every ride	Qualification includes low-income, have a disability, or eligible with BC Bus Pass’ Criteria.
Calgary Transit	Regular Senior Yearly Pass and Low Income Seniors Yearly Pass	65+	Depending on the validity of the passes	Seniors are only eligible to apply for the passes.
Ottawa Transit	Free Rides	65+	Wednesdays	N/A
York Region Transit	Discounted rates for 10 tickets and monthly passes	Ask for age qualifications	Until all offers are used	Check website for more info.
Greyhound	10% discount	62+	Each ride	Bring ID to qualify.

Car Rental Discounts

Car Rentals	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Thrifty	5% discount	50+	Every rental	N/A
Hertz	Up to 20% discounts and special rental offers	50+	Every rental	Discounts are offered to the 50 Plus Car Rental Program.
Budget	25% to 30% discounts	65+	Every rental	Discounts are only available to CARP members.
Avis	25% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Every rental	Exclusive for CARP members.
Europcar	20% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Every rental	Exclusive for CARP members.

Airline & Airfare Discounts

Airlines	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Air Canada	10% discount	60+	Every flight	Discounts are applied to base fares before surcharges and taxes .
CheapOAir	Discounts on particular tickets	Ask for age qualification	Selected tickets only	No specific age is provided on their website.
Park’N Fly	20% discount	Ask for age qualification	Depending on the offer	Exclusive for CARP members.
Transat Discoveries	$200 per couple	Ask for age qualification	Some Europe departures	Exclusive for CARP members.
First Air	10% discounted fares	55+	Depending on the offer	N/A
American Airlines	Discounts may vary	Ask for age qualification	Depending on the offer	CARP members may receive extra discounts.

Railway Discounts

Railways	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Toronto Transit Commission	TTC Rail Fares discounts	65+	Each ride	Available for payments using a Presto card, cash or other monthly passes.
Amtrak	10% discount	65+	Each ride	Not offered for fares, connecting services, and select upgrades.
VIA Rail	10% discount	60+	Each ride	CAA members receive another 10% discount.

Entertainment Discounts for Seniors in Canada

Museum Discounts

Museum	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Canadian Canoe Museum	Discounted admission fee	65+	Each visit	Bring valid ID for qualification.
Bata Shoe Museum	Tickets are discounted by $2.	Ask for age qualifications	Each visit	Bring valid ID for qualification.
Winnipeg Art Gallery	Admission fee discounts from $15 to $18	65+	Each visit	N/A
Canadian Museum of History	Discounted admission fee	65+	Each visit	Bring valid ID for qualification.
Canadian Museum for Human Rights	Discounted admission fee	65+	Each visit	Only in Winnipeg.
Canadian Museum of Nature	Discounted ticket that costs $14 only	65+	Each visit	Regular fee is $16 for adults.
Canadian War Museum	Tickets are discounted by 30%.	65+	Each visit	Bring valid ID for qualification.
Vancouver Art Gallery	Tickets are discounted by 30%.	65+	Each visit	Admission fee is by donation only on the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Rooms (St John)	Tickets are discounted by 30%.	60+	Each visit	N/A
Hockey Hall of Fame	Tickets are discounted by 5%.	65+	Each visit	Applied to single and group tickets.
Museum of Anthropology	Tickets are discounted by 13%.	Ask for age qualifications	Each visit	N/A
The Royal Ontario Museum	Tickets are discounted by 20%.	65+	Each visit	N/A
Textile Museum of Canada	Pay any amount	Ask for age qualifications	Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.	N/A
Art Gallery of Ontario	Admission discounts	65+	Wednesday 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.	N/A

Theatre Discounts

Museum	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Theatre Calgary	Offers “Senior Saturday Matinees”	65+	Selected shows only	Conditions may apply.
Science North	Admission fee discount	65+	For exhibit and theater	N/A
Maison de la Culture	$5 discount	60+	Selected plays	N/A
Empire Theaters	Admission fee only cost $8 or $5.50	65+	Tuesdays	N/A
Ottawa Little Theatre	Individual admission costs $22	60+	Selected shows only	N/A
National Arts Centre	Discounts when a subscriber to a series	65+	Depending on the series	N/A
Great Canadian Theater Company	Individual admission costs $35.77	65+	Ask for more information	N/A
Vancouver Art Gallery	30% discount	65+	Ask for more information	N/A
Toronto Symphony Orchestra	25% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Selected shows	Exclusive for CARP members.
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra	25% discount	65+	Ask for more information	Exclusive for CARP members.
Montgomery’s Inn	Senior discount	65+	Ask for more information	N/A

Cinema Discounts

Cinema	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Cineplex Cinema	$8 General admission	65+	Every visit and $6 on Tuesdays	N/A
3D Cinema	$11 admission fee	Ask for age qualifications	$9 on Tuesdays	N/A
IMAX Cinemas	$12 admission fee	Ask for age qualifications	$11 on Tuesdays	N/A
Cinéma StarCité Gatineau	$9 General admission	Ask for age qualifications	$6 on Tuesdays	N/A
ByTowne Cinema	$7 admission fee	65+	Ask cinema for more info	N/A
Landmark Cinemas	20% admission fee discount	65+	Mondays	N/A

Zoo Discounts

Zoo	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Toronto Zoo	Discounted admission or membership fees	65+	For individual or couple purchases	Fees may change every season.
Jurrasic Forest	$3 admission fee discount	60+	Daily	N/A
Canada’s Wonderland	Discounted general admission and seasonal pass	60+	Each visit and season	N/A

Hotel Discounts for Canadian Seniors

Hotel	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Fairmont Hotels	10% discount and $50 dining credit	55+	Daily	N/A
Best Western	15% discounts	55+	Daily	Exclusive for CARP Members.
Sandman Hotel Group	Offers senior discounts	55+	Ask for more information	Exclusive for 55Plus membership online.
Travelodge Hotels	10% discount for regular room rates	50+	Every check-in	Free in-room coffee, long distance phone call, free newspapers.
Choice Hotels	10% discount	60+	Every selected room reservations	N/A
Holiday Inn Express	Senior discounts	62+	Participating locations	N/A
DoubleTree	Senior discounts	62+	Participating locations	N/A
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts	20% discount	60+	Ask during reservations	Exclusive for CARP members.
InterContinental Hotel Group	Senior discounts	62+	Participating locations	N/A
Radisson	Senior discounts and free services	62+	Participating locations	N/A
Marriot	15% discount	62+	Participating locations	N/A
Hilton Hotels	5% discount	60+	For standard room rates	Exclusive for CARP members.
Hyatt	50% discount	62+	Participating locations	N/A
Howard Johnson Hotels	10% discount	55+	Ask for more information	AARP members are entitled to 15% to 30% discounts.
Motel 6/ Studio 6 Canada	10% discount	60+	Ask for more information	Bring valid ID to qualify .
Sutton Place Hotel	40% discount	55+	Booking standard room rates	Offers $10 gift cards per night stay.

Natural & Health Stores Discounts for Seniors

Stores	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Nutters Everyday Naturals	10% discount	60+	Mondays	Discount offers are available in some of the stores in Western Canada.
Gentle Rain Health Food Store	10% discount	May vary on the location.	Thursdays	Discounts are only available in branches in Stratford, Ontario.

Eye Care Discounts for Seniors

Stores	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Lens Crafters	30% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Ask for more information	Exclusive for CAA members.
Iris Eyecare	Discounts on the lens, laser surgery, and frames	Ask for age qualifications	Ask for more information	Exclusive for CARP members.
Pearle Vision	30% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Ask for more information	Exclusive BCAA members.

Service & Utility Discounts for Seniors in Canada

Service & Utility	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
York University	Waivers for academic fee	60+	Ask for more information	Located in Toronto.
Canadian Universities	Discounts and other offers	55+	Ask for more information	Available at the University of BC, Simon Fraser University, and Capilano University.
Enbridge	“Golden Age Service”  program provides security deposits waivers, options to use pension check for monthly gas bills	65+	Ask for more information	N/A
Scrubbi	10% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Every service availed	For professional cleaning services.
Zoomer Wireless	10% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Monthly plan	Exclusive to CARP members.
City of Toronto Snow Clearing	Free snow-removal for city-owned sidewalks	65+	Ask for more information	Personal driveways are excluded.
First Choice Hair Cutters	20% discount	60+	Monday to Thursday	N/A

Parks & Attractions Discounts for Seniors

Parks & Attractions	Description	Minimum Age	Frequency	Notes
Parks Canada	Discounts for Discovery Pass and 12% discounts to other fees	65+	Day and yearly pass	Some conditions may apply.
Attractions Ontario	50% discount	Ask for age qualifications	Every selected attraction to visit	N/A
BC Parks	50% discount	65+	From Labor Day to June 15	Some conditions may apply.
Milne Dam Conservation Park	50% discount for admission fee	Ask for age qualifications	Weekends and statutory holidays from Easter to Thanksgiving	N/A