Do you still have lots of pennies lying around or loose change you have been saving for the holidays?  Cash your change in at a CoinStar machine at Food Basics and with your redemption voucher, you will also get a coupon for $10 off your next shop.  The minimum spend required is $10 to use the coupon so if you shop carefully, you can get items with nothing out of pocket.

Coinstar does charge a fee, for your $40 you get $35.24 back as your actual redemption voucher, so your $10 coupon is really worth $5.24 – but it is still a bonus to spend and Food Basics has decent prices.

The redemption voucher can be cashed in at the store’s checkout for cash but the gift coupon must be used by December 2nd.  If it is like their similar summer promotion, you will not get change from the $10 coupon and it can not be used multiple times to use up the balance.  Sadly, you cannot buy a gift card with the coupon (nor lottery, prescriptions, cigarettes/tobacco products, money orders/transfer, postage stamps, tokens, transit passes if available).

Click here for more information (after November 5th) and to find locations.

It is the gift card offer most of us have been waiting for!  Starting Saturday, buy two or more gift cards totalling $175 or more at Shoppers Drug Mart and get 8000 bonus points, worth over $16 at bonus redemption.

There is a limit of three offers per card/person and you will not receive multiple points per transaction, so if you bought $350 in one transaction, you will only get 8000 bonus points.  You will not receive points if you use another gift card to buy gift cards.  Points will not be awarded immediately, so make sure you keep your receipts and check back on November 20th for your points.

As with last year, there is some fraud with Shoppers Drug Mart gift cards as the PIN is not needed.  It is best to get a card from the cashier and not the gift card rack where there is a chance of them being copied.  There were some isolated instances of cards that were copied last year, and Shoppers will be a prime target for this with this promotion.

As expected with the beauty gala event on Saturday, Shoppers Drug Mart has a beauty themed promotion.  You will earn 20x Optimum points when you spend $75 or more on cosmetics or fragrances all week starting on Saturday 7th November.  This offer includes cosmetics, select skincare, hosiery fragrances, jewellery, hair colour, bath foam & gel and nail care products.

Unless you are stocking up on your cosmetics and skincare favourites or buying all of those pretty holiday sets that have just been released, you may find a better offer in your personalized coupons.  If you are doing the beauty promo, shop on Saturday for exclusive offers during beauty gala.  Tickets cost $10 but you get $5 off your purchase, but they often have a lot of gift with purchase offers you do not need a gala ticket to get.  Maximize your points with these Optimum offers:

• Calvin Klein Eternity fragrances 8000 bonus Optimum points
• No 7 skin care 10x Optimum points
• l’Oreal Voluminous Superstar mascara 10x Optimum points
• Maybelline Eyestudio brow products 10x Optimum points

If you like NYX products, they are starting to carry them now and you will find them in select stores.  The flyer shows a palette for $29.99.  Click here to view the full flyer.

Reitmans Canada has a pretty good  deal on right now that will help you save on your next purchase! Head online to Reitmans now and you could receive a free $25 coupon code for every $50 you spend online! While this won’t get you savings right away, this is a great deal to hold onto for your next purchase as it will save you on a future purchase of $75 or more!

There are quite a few deals online at Reitmans now that you can take advantage of  to get immediate savings along with coupon codes for your next purchase. Right now online, Reitmans is offering 30% off outerwear, meaning you can save on stylish items like this 2 Tone Wool coat. Originally sold for $155, you can purchase it  now for $108.50. Along with almost $50  you’ll save  off your purchase now, you’ll receive $50 worth of coupon codes for your next purchase! This stylish wool and polyester coat  is a chic outwear piece for just about any occasion. It has a contrasting collar and tie waist that helps show off your shape while keeping you warm.

The discount on outerwear is available for a limited time only. You will get a $25 for every $50 you spend between now and November 29, 2015. This offer excludes gift card purchases. You can redeem your coupon code on orders over $75 online between December 6 and December 20, 2015. You can only redeem one coupon code per order. Reitmans offers free  shipping on orders over $99.

Click here to begin shopping online at Reitmans Canada.

We have sneak peeks of the upcoming Food Basics and No Frills flyers for Ontario stores from cyn88canada:

Food Basics Ontario flyer sneak peek

• Beef sirloin roast $3.77/lb
• Cashmere 12 double rolls $3.97
• Post Cereals – Star Wars Collectibles $2.99
• Lactantia cream cheese $1.99
• Glade aerosols $0.99
• Select Schneiders lunch products (deli meat, Stackers etc) buy one get one free
• Apples (select varieties) $0.77/lb

No Frills Ontario flyer sneak peek

• Nestle Pure Life 24pk water $1.88
• Pork back rib or pork loin roast $2.97/lb
• Cauliflower $2.47ea
• PC Mushrooms 2 for $3
• Tilda Rice 4.54kg $10.87

Click here to view all flyer sneak peeks

Hudson’s Bay Canada has a new offer available online right now that will save you a little extra off your purchase! Head online to Hudson’s Bay now and you can save 15% off almost anything using the promo code STUDY at checkout! While this discount is advertised at for students, there doesn’t seem to be anything at checkout that requires you to verify your student status, so anyone can use it if they choose. You take advantage of this promo code and combine it with a variety of clearance items, as well as Bay Days sales which are ending today!

You can use the additional 15% off student discount to save on items like these Men’s Levi 504 Regular Straight Jeans. Originally sold for $88, it’s on clearance now for $35.20. Take an additional 15% off with your promo code and you can get them for $29.92. A great deal on this name  brand, these straight jeans are versatile and can be paired with just about anything in your wardrobe. You can pair them up with a tee and sneakers on weekend, or dress them  up with a great pair of loafers and a blazer.

With Christmas just around the corner, you can use this additional discount to save even more on great jewellery pieces. During Bay Days, Hudson’s Bay is offering up to 70% off jewellery, and you can save another 15% off most brands with the student discount. This Fine Jewellery 10K Yellow Gold 0.13ct Diamond and Pearl Pendant normally sells for $675, but you can find it on sale now for $202.50.  Take another 15% off and you can get this necklace for just $172.12! This simple, yet elegant piece has a 10K yellow gold 8mm pearl pendant, surrounded by sparkling 0.13ct T.W. diamonds and attached to a 22″ rope chain.

Bay Day deals end November 3,2015. To get the additional 15% off enter the code STUDY at checkout. This code is valid until 11:59pm ET on November 3, 2015. You can view a complete list of exclusions here. Hudson’s Bay Canada offers free shipping on orders over $99.

Click here to shop online at Hudson’s Bay Canada.

When you are out shopping this week, keep an eye out for a new batch of tear pad coupons that are making their way to stores near you. I have just returned from my nearest Real Canadian Superstore, and discovered new tear pads for the month of November are up on the board. Here are some of the coupons you can expect to find:

• Save $1 on the purchase of one Duracell battery pack
• Save $3 when you buy any one Tassimo Tetley Green Tea Latte or Chai Latte
• Save 50 cents on the purchase of any DanActive drinkable yogurt
• Save $1 on the purchase of Second Cup K-Cups
• Save $4 when you purchase any one bag of IAMS dry dog food 4.2kg-17.5kg, any variety
• Save $1 on the purchase of Nordica Smooth Cottage Cheese
• Save $2 on any fresh meat with the purchase of Club House Skillet or Slow Cooker Sauce
• Save $1 on Benylin Cough Plus Cold Relief
• Save $3 on Selsun Blue shampoo

The Clubhouse coupon is a particularly good one as the sauces can be found for around $2, so essentially you are getting the sauce free when you purchase the meat! Not sure where to look for these coupons. Start by checking the “coupon zone” board at or near the entrance of any Loblaws umbrella stores near you, such as Zehrs, Real Canadian Superstore, Fortinos, or whichever Loblaws store is in your area of the country. New coupons come out on a monthly basis, and may vary by location.

Here is a new printable coupon available through WebSaver.ca! Save $1 on the purchase of any Minute Rice Ready to Serve product. To print your coupon, sign in to your account where you can access this and the many other printable coupons available through WebSaver.ca.

You will be able to print at least one coupon per account. Some coupons will permit you to print a couple, so if you do want more than one, give it another try after you print the first one. Although the limit is one or two per coupon per account, there is no limit per computer with WebSaver.

Each package of Minute Rice single serve contains two cups, and they available in six different varieties. Despite the obvious convenience I still find this product way overpriced for two cups of rice, but you never know when you may find a great sale on them with the coupon. Don’t forget also that mail to home coupons should be coming soon from WebSaver, so perhaps this coupon will also be included with that mailing.

Click here to print your coupon for $1 off the purchase of Minute Rice single serve products through WebSaver.ca.

The Royal Canadian Mint has some fun new coins available for the holidays that will make a great addition to any collection! Head online to the Royal Canadian Mint now and you could purchase collector’s items like this $20 Gingerbread Man Fine Silver Coin for $20! Made from 99.99% pure silver, this coin also has a face value of $20, meaning you’re paying exactly what it’s worth. This limited-mintage coin features an adorable picture of a holiday classic, the Gingerbread man. In addition to your purchase of this coin, your purchase comes packaged with a  full-colour certificate booklet featuring a gingerbread house in a candy-filled winter wonderland setting.

While adding to your holiday coin collection, you may also want to pick up this Winter Fun Fine Silver Coin for $25 from the Royal Canadian Mint. Made from 99.99% pure silver, this coin also has a face value of $25, so you’re paying exactly what it’s worth. This coin features a fun picture of a beaver and a polar bear engaging in a popular winter pastime, sledding. The coin also includes a few coloured details that really make the image stand out. Your purchase of this coin also comes with festive packaging and a delightfully designed full-colour certificate booklet featuring the aurora borealis. .

These offers are available while supplies last. There is no tax charged on these coins. You can also enjoy free shipping on these coins The Royal Canadian Mint.

Click here to get all Royal Canadian Mint offers.

Sears Canada has a great offer online today that will help you knock a few items off your Christmas list early! Head online to Sears and you could save up to 50% off toys! This offer includes a variety of deals from your child’s favourite brands, so you’ll easily be able to pick up quite a few items they’ll love and keep some extra money in your pocket! If you make a purchase of $25 or more, you can also try using the code 941612464 at checkout for an extra $10 off!

If your child loves trains, they’ll love this Goldlok ‘Iron Horse’ Remote-Controlled Work Train Set from Sears. Normally sold for $55.99, it’s on sale today for $27.99. As it’s over $25, you can apply your coupon code for another $10 off, bringing it down to only $17.99! This set is styled like an authentic work train, and includes  over 50 pieces and a remote control. Kids can watch the crane car turn and lift cargo, or watch the entire train travel the track, go forward, stop and reverse! This item is sure to be hours of fun for any child and the price is amazing! Just note that parents will need to buy 13 AA batteries which are not included.

Other deals today at Sears  include:

• Up to 40% off Disney Toys
• Up to 40% off Pre-school and infant toys
• Up to 40% off kids bedroom furniture and storage
• Up to 40% off selected Baby and nursery items

These deals end at 11:59pm on November 3, 2015. Discounted prices are displayed  online. To get $10 off your $25 purchase, enter the code 941612464 at checkout. This offer ends November 12, 2015. The coupon code offer is not valid on outlet purchases, or items with prices ending in .97, Penningtons, Carters, cosmetics, tablets, video games/systems, and more.

Sears Canada offers free shipping on orders over $49.

Click here to begin shopping deals online at Sears Canada.

Hudson’s Bay Canada has a great offer on now! The Hudson’s Bay Canada offer includes:

• Get Calvin Klein Mens Metal Oversized Watch, for $140.76, when you take 52% + Extra 15% using the promo code STUDY, the regular price $345.00.

Hudson’s Bay has a FREE shipping on all online orders over $99. Hurry, the extra 15% coupon code STUDY is valid today only, Tuesday, November 3, 2015 and is valid on almost anything including sale & clearance.

Click here to get all Hudson’s Bay Canada online offers.

Porter Airlines Canada is bringing the Christmas savings a little early this year with their latest deal! Head online to Porter and you could save up to 25% off base fares on a variety of popular destinations using the promo code PVAMCH while booking! This deal is only available until midnight tonight, for travel between December 14, 2015 to January 10, 2016, so be sure to book soon!

Because we’re heading into the holiday season, the cost of travel will begin to rise. This offer is a little confusing with what discounts you get at what times of the year,but breaks down something like this:

• 25% off travel between December 16, 25, 2015 and January 7, 2016
• 15% off travel on January 1, and January 4 – 6 and 8 – 10, 2016
• 20% off travel between December 14 – 15, 2015
• 10% off travel between December 18 and 20, 2015
• 5% off between December 21 – 24, 2015, and December 26 – 31, 2015

With prices of travel often astronomical during the holiday season, this might be a great chance to save on a flight to visit your family this Christmas.

This offer ends at 11:59pm ET on November 3, 2015. Enter  the promo code PVAMCH when booking. This offer is valid on travel between December 14, 2015 to January 10, 2016. Your discount will vary depending on the date and route you book. 21 day advanced purchase is required. Taxes, and other fees are extra.

Click here to view this deal from Porter Airlines Canada.

Adidas Canada has some hot deals available online right now if you’re looking for new shoes or  gear! Head online to Adidas and you can buy more save more up to 40% off! This discount varies based on the amount you’ve added to your cart, and includes:

• 20% off with the purchase of 2 items
• 30% off with the purchase of 3 items
• 40% off with the purchase of 4 or more items

This hot deal even stacks with sale items, meaning that you can easily save on items already marked down 75% off or more!

You can stock up and save up to 40% off hot deals at Adidas like these Women’s Workout Tights. Originally sold for $60, they’re on sale now for $14.95. Stock up with 4 or more items and you could save 40% off, making these tights just $8.97. Perfect for a variety of workouts, these three-quarter-length tights have low bulk and a no-pinch flat elastic waist that keeps you comfortable as you move. They’re also made with Adidas famous climate fabric that pulls sweat away from your skin to keep you dry.

Other great deals from Adidas (with maximum 40% off discount shown) include:

• $17.97 for Women’s adidas Stellasport Windbreaker (reg $120)
• $60 for Jeremy Scott Bones Fur Shoes (reg $100)
• $41.40 for Men’s Powerblaze Shoes (reg $115)
• $26.99 for Women’s L.A. Slim Winterized Hoodie (reg $90)
• $7.20 for Infants Star Wars Tee (reg $24)

The buy more save more offer is available until November 5, 2015. Sale items are available while supplies last. Adidas Canada offers free shipping on orders over $50.

Click here to shop online at Adidas Canada.

Baskin Robbins Canada has a few new coupon offers available this month that are perfect treats for the holidays. Just print out your coupons next time you head over to a Baskin Robbins location and you can get some great deals on treats that will be sure to satisfy your taste buds!
Head over to Baskin Robbins and buy one, get one 50% off this month’s featured flavour, German Cake. This month’s ice cream sounds  irresistible  as it’s made with Swiss chocolate ice cream with coconut, walnut pieces, and milk chocolate brownie along with a caramel swirl!

The second coupon available from Baskin Robbins this month get you $3 off your purchase of a featured cake. You must make a minimum purchase of $25, but it’s a choice for an upcoming birthday or event.

These coupons expire November 30, 2015. You must present your printed coupon when ordering. There is a limit of one coupon per customer per visit.

Click here to get your coupon for buy one get one 50% off German Cake ice cream,

or click here for your coupon for $3 off featured cakes.

Click here to find a Baskin Robbins near you.

If you’re looking to upgrade to an Xbox One console, the Microsoft Store Canada has a pretty good promotion that will help you get your game library started! Head online to the Microsoft Store now and you could receive a free game valued up to $79.99 with the purchase of a new Xbox One Bundle! In addition to this, I noticed that most systems also came with a free copy of Assassin’s Creed Unity when added to your cart! The Xbox One bundles of course already come with a game, but this is a great chance to add 2 more games you’ve been wanting to play to your collection for no extra charge!

As mentioned, this Microsoft Store deal only applies to the new Xbox One bundles, so refurbished bundles are not included. However, there are quite a few Xbox One Bundles to choose from that range from $399 to $549. You can also pick up great limited edition bundles like the Xbox One Limited Edition Halo 5: Guardians Bundle for $549. This bundle comes with a stylish custom 1TB Xbox One console and matching custom Xbox One wireless controller, plus a Spartan-themed SteelBook case with Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition full game download, a Guardian model by Metal Earth, and an exclusive DLC: Warzone REQ Bundle! In addition to all the great items with the bundle, you’ll receive free copy of Assassin’s Creed Unity plus one other free game of your choice, making this a pretty good deal!

The free games you can choice from are valued up to $79.99 depending on the game title, and include options such as:

• Forza Motorsport 6
• Rise of the Tomb Raider
• Fallout 4 (bonus $10 gift card with pre-order)
• Call of Duty: Black Ops III
• Star Wars Battlefront (bonus $10 gift card with pre-order)
• FIFA 16
• NHL 16
• Madden NFL 16
• Assassin’s Creed Syndicate
• Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Starter Pack
• Gears of War: Ultimate Edition
• Rare Replay Collection
• LEGO Jurassic Park
• Batman: Arkham Knight
• Mortal Kombat X
• The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
• Need for Speed
• Just Dance 2016

If you select a game that is not yet released as your freebie, the Microsoft Store will also throw in a $10 bonus gift card with your purchase, making it an even better deal!

This offer ends November 21, 2015. The free copy of Assassin’s Creed Unity is available until December 12, 2015.The Microsoft Store Canada offers free shipping on all orders.

Click here to begin shopping deals on Xbox One consoles online at the Microsoft Store Canada.