Scene+ is one of Canada’s largest loyalty programs, bringing together Scotiabank, Cineplex, Sobeys, and more. Here’s how to maximize your Scene+ points across all partners.
Scene+ Overview
| Feature |
Details |
| Point value |
~1 cent per point |
| Expiry |
No expiry |
| Primary partners |
Scotiabank, Cineplex, Sobeys |
| Transfer partners |
Aeroplan (for Scotiabank cardholders) |
| Membership cost |
Free |
Scene+ Partners
Banking: Scotiabank
| Product |
Earning Rate |
| Scotiabank Momentum Visa Infinite |
4% cash back OR Scene+ equivalent |
| Scotiabank Gold Amex |
5x Scene+ on groceries/entertainment |
| Scotiabank Scene+ Visa |
1 point per $1 everywhere |
| Banking transactions |
Occasional bonus promotions |
Entertainment: Cineplex
| Transaction |
Earning Rate |
| Movie tickets |
1 point per $1 |
| Concessions |
1 point per $1 |
| Gift shop |
1 point per $1 |
| The Rec Room |
1 point per $1 |
| Playdium |
1 point per $1 |
With Scotiabank card: 5x points at Cineplex (5 points per $1)
Groceries: Sobeys Banner Stores
| Store |
Earning |
| Sobeys |
1 point per $1 |
| Safeway |
1 point per $1 |
| IGA (some regions) |
1 point per $1 |
| FreshCo |
1 point per $1 |
| Foodland |
1 point per $1 |
| Thrifty Foods |
1 point per $1 |
| Lawtons |
1 point per $1 |
With Scene+ app offers: Additional bonus points on specific products
Other Partners
| Partner |
Earning |
| Expedia for Scene+ |
1-3 points per $1 |
| Apple |
Points on purchases through Scene+ |
| restaurants |
Selected partners |
| Home Hardware |
1 point per $2 |
How to Earn Scene+ Points
At Groceries (Best Value)
| Method |
Points Example ($200 grocery shop) |
| Scene+ card only |
200 points |
| + Scotiabank card (5x) |
1,000 points |
| + Bonus offers (avg 200) |
1,200 points |
| Total |
1,200 points = $12 value |
Maximizing grocery earning:
- Load personalized offers in Scene+ app before shopping
- Pay with Scotiabank Scene+ credit card
- Scan Scene+ card even if paying cash
At Cineplex (Entertainment)
| Method |
Earning |
| Scene+ card only |
1 point/$1 |
| With Scotiabank card |
5 points/$1 |
| Scene+ Tuesdays |
Discounted tickets + normal earning |
Example movie night: $50 spent × 5 points = 250 points ($2.50 value toward next visit)
With Scotiabank Cards
| Card |
Best Categories |
| Scotia Momentum Visa Infinite |
4% groceries, 4% dining |
| Scotia Gold Amex |
5x Scene+ on groceries, entertainment |
| Scotia Passport Visa Infinite |
Travel focus |
| Scene+ Visa (no fee) |
1x everywhere |
Bonus Offers
Check the Scene+ app regularly for:
| Offer Type |
Example |
| Product bonuses |
“Get 100 bonus points on Coca-Cola 12-pack” |
| Spend thresholds |
“Spend $50, get 200 bonus points” |
| Partner promos |
“Double points at Cineplex this weekend” |
| Personalized offers |
Based on your purchase history |
How to Redeem Scene+ Points
Movie Rewards
| Redemption |
Points Needed |
| General admission (regular) |
~1,250 points |
| General admission (IMAX/premium) |
~1,750 points |
| Combo (popcorn + drink) |
~1,000-2,000 points |
| Scene+ Tuesdays discount |
Fewer points on Tuesdays |
Value: ~1 cent per point
Grocery Gift Cards
| Amount |
Points Needed |
| $10 |
1,000 points |
| $25 |
2,500 points |
| $50 |
5,000 points |
| $100 |
10,000 points |
Value: Exactly 1 cent per point (solid, predictable value)
Travel Redemptions
| Redemption |
Value |
| Expedia for Scene+ |
~1 cent/point |
| Via Rail |
~1 cent/point |
| Hotels |
~0.8-1 cent/point |
Transfer to Aeroplan (Scotiabank Only)
| Transfer |
Ratio |
| Scene+ to Aeroplan |
1:1 |
| Minimum transfer |
1,000 points |
| Availability |
Scotiabank cardholders only |
When to transfer:
- If you value Aeroplan points for flight redemptions
- If you have a specific Aeroplan redemption in mind
- Aeroplan points are worth ~1.5-2 cents vs Scene+ at 1 cent
Example: Transfer 50,000 Scene+ to Aeroplan = 50,000 Aeroplan (worth $750-$1,000 for flights vs $500 if redeemed as Scene+)
Other Redemptions
| Option |
Value per Point |
| Merchandise |
~0.7-0.8 cents ❌ |
| Gift cards (non-grocery) |
~0.8-1 cent |
| Charitable donations |
~1 cent |
Scene+ Credit Card Comparison
| Card |
Annual Fee |
Scene+ Earn Rate |
Best For |
| Scene+ Visa (no fee) |
$0 |
1 point/$1 |
Basic earning |
| Scotia Gold Amex |
$120 |
5x groceries/entertainment |
Entertainment focus |
| Scotia Momentum VI |
$139 |
4x groceries/dining |
Cash back + Scene+ |
| Scotia Momentum No-Fee |
$0 |
1% + Scene+ |
No-fee option |
| Scotia Passport VI |
$139 |
Travel focus |
Travelers |
Best Scene+ Card by Spending
| Your Spending |
Best Card |
| Heavy groceries + entertainment |
Scotia Gold Amex |
| Groceries + dining + gas |
Scotia Momentum Visa Infinite |
| Light spending, no fee wanted |
Scene+ Visa (no fee) |
| International travel |
Scotia Passport Visa Infinite |
Scene+ Membership Tiers
Scene+ has membership levels based on activity:
| Tier |
Requirement |
Benefits |
| Member |
Sign up |
Base earning |
| Plus |
Earn 5,000+ points/year |
Bonus offers, previews |
| Premium |
Earn 15,000+ points/year |
Best offers, exclusive experiences |
How to reach Premium:
- $15,000 spending on 1 point/$1 card
- $3,000 spending on 5x card
- Combined groceries + entertainment + Scotiabank
Premium Benefits
| Benefit |
Details |
| Exclusive offers |
Higher bonus point offers |
| Movie premieres |
Early access to screenings |
| Bonus events |
Scene+ member experiences |
| Partner perks |
Exclusive discounts |
Scene+ Strategy by Lifestyle
For Movie Lovers
| Action |
Why |
| Get Scotia Gold Amex |
5x at Cineplex |
| Use Scene+ app for offers |
Bonus points on concessions |
| Go on Scene+ Tuesdays |
Discounted tickets |
| Redeem for movies |
Straightforward value |
Annual earning example:
- $100/month at Cineplex × 5 points = 6,000 points
- = ~5 free movies per year
For Grocery Shoppers (Sobeys)
| Action |
Why |
| Get Scotia Gold Amex or Momentum |
4-5x on groceries |
| Load app offers weekly |
Bonus points add up |
| Scan Scene+ every visit |
Even if paying cash |
| Redeem for grocery gift cards |
1 cent/point guaranteed |
Annual earning example:
- $600/month groceries × 5 points = 36,000 points
-
- Bonus offers average 500/month = 6,000 points
- Total: 42,000 points = $420/year in free groceries
For Travelers (Aeroplan Strategy)
| Action |
Why |
| Get Scotiabank card |
Enables Aeroplan transfers |
| Earn Scene+ everywhere |
Solid earning rate |
| Transfer to Aeroplan |
Better value for flights |
Why transfer to Aeroplan:
- Scene+ = 1 cent/point
- Aeroplan = 1.5-2 cents/point for flights
- 50,000 Scene+ as flights = $750-$1,000 value
Scene+ vs Other Programs
| Feature |
Scene+ |
PC Optimum |
Air Miles |
| Point value |
1 cent |
1 cent |
10-15 cents (per mile) |
| Grocery partner |
Sobeys |
Loblaws |
— |
| Entertainment |
Cineplex |
— |
— |
| Credit card partner |
Scotiabank |
PC Financial |
BMO |
| Transfer to airline |
Yes (Aeroplan) |
No |
No |
| Expiry |
Never |
Never |
3yr inactive |
Scene+ vs PC Optimum
| If You Shop At… |
Use… |
| Sobeys, Safeway, Foodland |
Scene+ |
| Loblaws, No Frills, Shoppers |
PC Optimum |
| Both (split shopping) |
Both programs |
Tips for Maximizing Scene+
Weekly Routine
| Day |
Action |
| Before shopping |
Check Scene+ app for loaded offers |
| At checkout |
Scan Scene+ card, pay with Scotiabank |
| After shopping |
Check points posted correctly |
| Weekly |
Browse new offers, load relevant ones |
Common Mistakes
| Mistake |
Fix |
| Not loading app offers |
Check app before each shop |
| Using non-Scotiabank card |
Missing 4-5x earning |
| Forgetting to scan |
Always scan even if paying cash |
| Redeeming for merchandise |
Stick to movies/groceries/Aeroplan |
When Points = Real Money
| Scenario |
Value |
| 10,000 points |
$100 groceries |
| 25,000 points |
~20 movie tickets |
| 50,000 points (→ Aeroplan) |
~$750 in flights |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have Scene+ without Scotiabank?
Yes. Scene+ membership is free for anyone. However, the best earning rates come from Scotiabank credit cards.
How do I check my Scene+ balance?
- Scene+ app (easiest)
- Scene.ca website
- On your Cineplex or Sobeys receipt
Can I share Scene+ points with family?
Not directly. Each Scene+ account is individual. However, you can redeem points for movie tickets for family members.
Is Scene+ better than PC Optimum?
It depends on where you shop:
- Shop at Sobeys → Scene+
- Shop at Loblaws → PC Optimum
- Many people use both based on where they’re shopping