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WestJet launches real time auction to bid for upgrades after check in
WestJet has launched a new live auction process where travellers can bid for upgrades after check in (Within 24 hours of departure)
This new upgrade bidding lets you bid in a real time auction for last minute upgrades on select WestJet flights. There’s no fee to join the auction and you only pay if your bid wins.
Here’s how the bidding process works:
- How do I place a bid? You’ll see a quick tutorial that walks you through how bidding works. You can revisit it anytime during the auction by tapping the “?” icon in the bottom right corner. To place the bid, swipe the paddle up and choose one of three preset amounts. If you want to jump to the top of the leaderboard, tap the middle paddle.
- What is the starting bid? The starting bid is the minimum amount required to join an auction. You’ll see it displayed when you enter.
- What is the final round? When the timer runs out on the initial round, the final round begins. It lasts 90 seconds and includes only the top 10 bidders. In the final round, you can place one last bid of your choice. A calculator will show your total bid amount before you confirm.
- Can I cancel my bid? No. Once submitted, bids can’t be cancelled during a live auction. Which forms of payment can I use to purchase an upgrade? You can use any credit card as well as Apple and Google Pay.
- What happens if I change flights after placing a bid? If you change your flight before the auction ends, your bid will be automatically canceled, and you won’t be charged.
With so many things in society becoming gamified it’s kind of of cool to see the last minute big upgrade process being gamified with a live auction format! You know what would be even cooler? WestJet adding the ability to use WestJet Rewards points as a payment option for the live auction bidding! Maybe that’s something we’ll see in the future?
Title image via WestJet
New Amex Offers for Dropbox and Profile Wine Group
Two new statement credit offers were added to Amex Offers this week. These two are recurring merchants in the program!
Dropbox
Spend at least $100 in qualifying purchases using your registered Card at www.dropbox.com in Canada by 05/02/2026 and earn a one-time $40 statement credit. Registration cap applies. Terms apply.Profile Wine Group
Spend at least $450 in qualifying purchases using your registered Card with Profile Wine Group by 08/12/2025 and earn a one-time $90 statement credit. . Terms apply.
Simply log in to your Amex account or go onto the Amex app to see if these offers have been sent to you and to register for them. You can find this and many more offers in our Guide to American Express Canada ‘Amex Offers’
Personally I received the Dropbox offer on the American Express Cobalt Card (and found the Profile offer on RFD) but you may receive them on a different card.
Image via American Express
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Posts since our last update:
- Air Canada Aeroplan changes: Revenue based points accrual on flights & a single elite status qualification metric – Status Qualifying Credits
- SkyTeam Elite Status Match opportunity using Air Canada, WestJet, hotel elite status or your premium credit card!
- Receive up to a 100% bonus when you buy Hilton Honors points
- RWRDS Daily Update August 5: Opt in for your monthly bonus offers from AIR MILES & Flash Offers for Shell
Canadian Bonus Offers
Air Canada Aeroplan
– Earn 2,500 Bonus Aeroplan points when you book select Air Canada Vacations packages to Jamaica. Book by Aug 31 for travel Jan 1 – Apr 30, 26. More…
Other Bonus Offers
Hilton Honors
– Receive up to a 100% Bonus when you buy 5,000 or more Hilton Honors points online. Offer valid until Sep 25, 25 More…
Marriott Bonvoy
– Iceland Keflavik Earn 3,000 bonus Bonvoy points for stays of 2+ nights at the Courtyard Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. Book now for stays until Sep 5, 25. More…
Red Roof Inn RediRewards
– Earn 500 Bonus RediPoints on all Red Roof stays in the U.S. booked through the Red Roof app. Book now for stays until Sep 30, 25. More…
Wyndham Rewards
– Europe Middle East Asia Africa Earn 3x Wyndham Rewards Points for stays of 3 or more nights at participating Wyndham Hotels in Europe, Türkiye, the Middle East, Africa, and Eurasia. The offer states you must be a member of Pegasus Airlines BolBol program (free to join) but the points are earned into Wyndham Rewards. Register & book by Aug 25 for stays until Oct 15, 25. More…
Hotel Bonus Points Map:
Deals:
Plaza Premium Lounges: Save 20% on single lounge visits worldwide with the Rewards Canada discount code! Click here for more details
Qatar Airways: Save up to 20% on Qatar Airways flights out of Montreal and Toronto. Book by Aug 4 for travel Aug 19, 25 – Mar 31, 26 Click here to book this offer
Accor Hotels: Enjoy an exclusive 15% discount at the Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile. Book by Aug 31 for stays until Sep 30. Click here to book this offer
Fairmont Hotels: Summer special with up to 20% off Fairmont hotels and resorts in Canada and worldwide. Plus, enjoy breakfast included on stays across Europe, the Middle East, Asia & Africa Click here to book this offer
