RBC and WestJet today announced exciting enhancements to the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard and WestJet RBC Mastercard, further strengthening the value and flexibility of their co-branded travel credit card portfolio.

Starting November 5, 2025, cardholders will be able to earn WestJet points faster on everyday purchases, while enjoying expanded travel benefits and insurance options on both credit cards.

The enhancements follow earlier announcements of the redesigned WestJet Rewards program and launch of the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard for Business. Today's announcement is a continuation of the companies' collective efforts to reward Canadians and make travel more affordable.

"Our long-standing partnership with WestJet is focused on giving Canadians more value, and flexibility when they travel," said Athena Varmazis, Senior Vice President, Consumer & Commercial Credit Cards, RBC. "With these enhancements, we're strengthening our leading WestJet RBC Mastercard travel card portfolio, while helping our cardholders get rewarded faster and enjoy greater peace of mind when travelling."

"We're making it easier for WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard and WestJet RBC Mastercard cardholders to earn more WestJet points on the purchases they make every day," said Steve McClelland, Vice-President, Loyalty, WestJet. "These updates will give cardholders more flexibility and accelerated earning opportunities, so they can enjoy affordable adventures and get the most out of every trip."

More ways to earn, every dayWith these exciting changes, WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard and WestJet RBC Mastercard cardholders will earn more WestJet points across new everyday categories.

More flexible companion vouchersAnnual companion vouchers remain a key benefit of the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard and WestJet RBC Mastercard. Beginning November 5, 2025, primary cardholders will enjoy new flexibility, with the option to use their voucher for travel with a companion as they always have, or exchange it for one of these new alternatives*, including:

Upcoming adjustments to fees and vouchersThe annual companion voucher for both cards will now have a minimum spend requirement and the annual fee for the primary cardholder on the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard will increase:

Expanded protection and peace of mindBoth cards will offer enhanced insurance benefits*, in addition to each card's existing insurance benefits, ensuring cardholders can travel with peace of mind.

More InformationFor existing cardholders who would like more information, visit: rbc.com/westjetcardupdates, contact RBC at 1-800-769-2512 or visit their local branch. If interested in applying for the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard or WestJet RBC Mastercard, please visit: rbc.com/westjet.

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About WestJetWestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.

For more information, please contact:Julia Miller, RBC Corporate Communications, julia.d.miller@rbc.com

*Terms and conditions apply. For complete details, please visit rbc.com/westjetcardupdates

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