As the holiday season approaches, the excitement of hosting family and friends can get overshadowed by the high cost of groceries.
Between preparing elaborate meals, stocking up on party supplies and ensuring you have enough food to feed all your guests, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But with a few smart strategies, you can make your money go further and enjoy a stress-free holiday season without breaking the bank.
One key way to unlock more affordable groceries – and a more chill holiday season – is by signing up for Moi Rewards. It's free to join, and every time you shop at Metro or Food Basics, you'll be earning points toward free groceries.
Here are some more tips and tricks to make your money go further and maximize your savings this holiday season.
Plan ahead
Planning your holiday meals allows you to create a detailed shopping list, shop for bargains, and prevent waste. For example, the Metro and Food Basics apps enable you to track all the latest deals by checking out their weekly flyers.
Get rewarded for doing your grocery shopping
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Shopping is a non-negotiable part of holiday hosting, so if you're not rewarded for those store trips, that's just money left on the table. For example, when you shop with your Moi Rewards card, you’ll get $4 every time you hit 500 points.
Redeeming your points is easy; you can apply them instantly at checkout to reduce your purchase total. Since Moi Rewards can be used on anything from groceries to health and beauty products, those extra savings will go a long way toward easing your holiday budget.
Earn and save more with personalized offers
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Everyday eligible purchases at Metro will earn you one point for every $3 spent, and extra opportunities to boost your points come up every week. From special events like point multipliers and exclusive contests to promotional flyer deals and personalized offers, there are always more ways to earn.
Whether shopping for seasonal baking ingredients, your favourite snacks or holiday drinks, you can save more in a snap by checking your Metro or Food Basics app to see the latest deals picked out just for you.
Shop with a budget
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One of the easiest (in theory) and most difficult (in practice) ways to save money around the holidays is to budget. Impulse purchases can add up quickly, especially when you're in a festive mood. Nevertheless, signing up for Moi Rewards can help stretch your budget even further and reduce stress.
When you make a shopping list, set a spending limit and stick to it. You can also use a handy tool like a tracking app or spreadsheet to monitor your spending across different categories, from gifts and decorations to groceries and entertainment.
Get free stuff faster with $1 redemption increments
You know that feeling when you join a loyalty program, excited for free rewards, only to realize it'll take forever to earn enough points to redeem anything? With Moi Rewards, you know you'll unlock $4 with every 500 points. For every 125 over that, you can redeem a further $1.
This way, you're not missing out on any opportunities to redeem points and always know when the rewards are coming, which is perfect with the holidays around the corner.
Join Moi Rewards today for a welcome offer worth 250 points
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One of the easiest ways to kick off your holiday-season savings is to sign up for Moi Rewards. Just for joining, you'll get 250 points, which will get you that much closer to saving money on all your holiday-hosting faves.
Signing up is simple: download the Metro or Food Basics app or register online at moirewards.ca, and then add the 250-point coupon to your Moi Rewards card to earn 250 points on your next purchase.
The holidays can be stressful, with numerous gatherings leading to increased spending. However, you can stretch your budget and save big with smart planning and the right tools.
Signing up for Moi Rewards is an easy way to get rewarded for purchases you’re already making, like your weekly groceries or large holiday shops at Metro and Food Basics. You'll earn points on every purchase and receive personalized offers and coupons, allowing you to relax and enjoy the holiday season.
To learn more about Moi Rewards, check out their website, follow Metro on Facebook or Instagram, and Food Basics on Facebook or Instagram.
This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax or accounting advice.