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Triangle Mastercard Review

Triangle Mastercard review for Canadian Tire and partner-store shoppers

Review the current $0 annual fee, 21.99% purchase rate, 4% CT Money at participating stores, grocery rewards and fuel earn rates.

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The card is built around Canadian Tire Money

The Triangle Mastercard currently earns 4% back in CT Money on qualifying purchases at participating partner stores, 5 cents per litre at Gas+ and Petro-Canada, 1.5% at eligible grocery stores on the first $12,000 per year, and 0.5% elsewhere.

Compare annual cost

Fees and interest can matter more than rewards.

Compare reward value

Use realistic spending, caps and redemption rules.

Check eligibility

Income and credit requirements vary by issuer.

Read current terms

Offers and insurance can change.

Quick answer

Is the Triangle Mastercard worth it?

It can be a strong no-fee card if you shop regularly at Canadian Tire and participating Triangle partner stores. Its value is much lower if you rarely use that retail ecosystem.

The card is built around Canadian Tire Money

The Triangle Mastercard currently earns 4% back in CT Money on qualifying purchases at participating partner stores, 5 cents per litre at Gas+ and Petro-Canada, 1.5% at eligible grocery stores on the first $12,000 per year, and 0.5% elsewhere.

Annual costFees and interest matter.
Reward valueUse real spending, not headline rates.
EligibilityCheck fit before applying.
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Compare the main options

Different card structures solve different financial needs.

Triangle World Elite

Higher grocery and general earn rates plus extra benefits.

Best forHigher-income frequent Triangle shoppers
Watch forIncome requirement
Learn more

Cashback card

Cash rewards across broader spending.

Best forUsers wanting flexibility
Watch forMay be weaker at Triangle stores
Learn more

Gas rewards card

Optimized for fuel spending.

Best forFrequent drivers
Watch forStation or category restrictions
Learn more
Who it suits

When this type of card may—or may not—fit

May fit when

  • You shop frequently at Canadian Tire or partner stores.
  • You use Gas+ or Petro-Canada.
  • You value CT Money and redeem it regularly.
  • You want a $0 annual-fee card.

Think twice when

  • You rarely shop in the Triangle ecosystem.
  • You want travel rewards.
  • You carry a balance at the standard purchase APR.
  • You want a high general-spending earn rate.
What to compare

Key factors that determine real card value

Look beyond one headline feature.

$0 annual fee

Triangle currently lists no annual fee.

21.99% purchase rate

Current regular purchase APR.

4% CT Money

On qualifying purchases at participating Triangle stores.

5¢/L fuel

Current earn rate at Gas+ and Petro-Canada.

1.5% grocery

On the first $12,000 per year at eligible grocery stores, excluding Costco and Walmart.

0.5% elsewhere

Current general earn rate outside bonus categories.

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Decision checklist

Triangle Mastercard snapshot — reviewed September 2026

Use the checklist before making a full application.

$0Annual fee
21.99%Purchase APR
4%Triangle-store CT Money
5¢/LGas+ / Petro-Canada
How to choose

A practical comparison process

1. Estimate Triangle-store spending

Canadian Tire and partner purchases create the strongest value.

2. Add fuel spending

Gas+ and Petro-Canada can add recurring rewards.

3. Include eligible grocery spend

The basic card currently earns 1.5% up to its annual cap.

4. Compare general spending value

0.5% elsewhere is relatively modest.

5. Pay in full

Avoid letting interest erase CT Money rewards.

Pros and cons

Benefits and trade-offs

Pros

  • $0 annual fee.
  • Strong 4% CT Money earn rate at participating Triangle stores.
  • Fuel rewards at Gas+ and Petro-Canada.
  • No-fee financing may be available on qualifying purchases under current program terms.

Cons

  • Rewards are tied to CT Money.
  • General 0.5% earn rate is modest.
  • Grocery category excludes Costco and Walmart and has an annual cap.
  • Interest can erase rewards if balances are carried.
How MoneyMatch compares credit cards

Net value matters more than headline features

Product facts were reviewed against Triangle and Canadian Tire Bank’s current Canadian card pages in September 2026. Rewards and rates can change.

Total cost

We consider annual fees, interest and other recurring charges.

Real-world value

We distinguish headline earn rates from likely value after caps and redemption rules.

Eligibility and fit

We consider whether the card is realistic for the intended user.

Author: Money Match Canada · Coverage: Canada · Updated September 6, 2026
Disclosure: MoneyMatch Canada may receive compensation from some card issuers or partners. Compensation does not guarantee placement or approval.
Frequently asked questions

Triangle Mastercard Review: common questions

Does the Triangle Mastercard have an annual fee?

Triangle currently lists a $0 annual fee.

What is the Triangle Mastercard purchase interest rate?

Triangle currently lists a 21.99% regular purchase rate, with higher rates possible for some approved applicants outside Quebec.

How much CT Money do I earn at Canadian Tire?

The Triangle Mastercard currently earns 4% back in CT Money on qualifying purchases at participating Triangle partner stores.

How much does the Triangle Mastercard earn on groceries?

It currently earns 1.5% back in CT Money at eligible grocery stores on the first $12,000 per year, excluding Costco and Walmart.

How much does the Triangle Mastercard earn on fuel?

It currently earns 5 cents per litre in CT Money at Gas+ and Petro-Canada locations.

Compare before you apply

Choose Triangle when you already spend heavily in the Triangle ecosystem

The $0 annual fee helps, but the strongest value comes from Canadian Tire, partner-store and fuel spending.

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