Some gift cards do not fall under the provincial gift card laws. This includes cash cards from major credit companies such as VISA, Mastercard and American express which have expiry dates even though they are for a monetary value. If you are giving a credit card gift card this year, remind your gift recipient that these types of gift cards can expire and will likely have fees.

Many people are now selling gift cards on sites such as Craigslist at a discounted price. Although these deals sound awesome, always remember that if it sounds too good to be true it often is. An honest seller will likely go the extra mile to make sure you feel confident that you are purchasing a legitimate card. One way to check that the card is legitimate is by meeting the seller at the location where the card can be used. This way you can have a cashier check the value of the card and it’s authenticity before handing over your cash. Always use caution when making these types of transactions.

To find out more about gift card expiry dates and fees, visit our information page about gift cards. If you have any inquiries about gift cards please feel free to contact our inquiry unit by phone at 1-888-564-9963, by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or on our Facebook page.