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Amex SimplyCash Preferred

Amex SimplyCash Preferred

4% on gas and groceries, 2% on everything else.

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Key Facts

Fee
$9.99 a month
Gas
4%
Groceries
4% (up to $1,200 cash back a year)
Everything else
2%

Facts checked November 2026. Rates and fees can change.

The Amex SimplyCash Preferred in Short

The Amex SimplyCash Preferred costs $9.99 a month. It pays 4% cash back on gas and groceries in Canada (groceries up to $1,200 cash back a year) and 2% on everything else.

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Questions

Does the Amex SimplyCash Preferred have an annual fee?

Yes. Fee: $9.99 a month.

Can I use the Amex SimplyCash Preferred at Costco?

Not in Costco warehouses. Costco in Canada only takes Mastercard (and debit), and this is an Amex.

How do I get extra cash back when I apply for the Amex SimplyCash Preferred?

Apply through Great Canadian Rebates. It pays you a cash rebate when you're approved, on top of the welcome offer from the bank.

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