FAQ
1) I am new to this couponing thingy, how to I get started?
I will add a tab for a "beginners guide soon"
2) Where do you got all those coupons from?
I made a complete list and it is here on the page.
3) Is this a Canadian web site?
Yes, it is Canadian for Canadians with just a bit of help for Canadians shopping and traveling to the US.
4) What are the online apps that offer cash back on products.
Chekout 51, snapSaves, Cartsmart , zweet and save.ca Take a picture of your receipt and get money back on the items promoted that week.
5) What is CZ? Who takes those coupons?
"Coupon zone" coupons can be found in RCSS, No frills, Independent and Valu-Mart ,Wal mart will also take them (as a price match)
6) What is SCOP?
Scanning Code of Practice - If the product rings up at the cash for different than the shelf price or advertised price , you will receive it free up to $10
7) What is FPC?
A coupon that allows you to get the product completely free
8) What is Overage?
The value of a coupon or promotions exceeds the purchase price and you get paid for buying the item.
9) Where do I find a flyer for "insert store name here" ?
All the flyer you need are here: http://flyers.smartcanucks.ca/ Just print your flyer. You can also use an app on your phone such as ReeBee, FlyerFlo, Flipp or CartSmart to display your flyers.
You can also find all the flyers here: http://www.flyermall.com/web/flyer/store.html
10) I do not have a computer/or printer, can I still save?
Yes you can but to get the most savings you need a working computer and a printer.
11) I thought most coupons are for products you do not need or want?
It might be true yet I will teach you how to get coupons for only products you use and use each day.
12) What is RCSS?
Real Canadian Superstore.
13) What is a HV coupon?
A high value coupon can have a value of half to the full value of the product.
14) I saw extreme couponing on TV but can you do things like that in Canada?
The quick answer is - YES. It does take few years to get to that level. Some of us do much better.
15) What is stacking and where can I do it?
Stacking is using two or more coupons for one item. You can stack in London drugs in the west coast and in Target all over Canada (one Target coupon and 1 manufacturers coupon) Some RCSS and WM will allow stacking of one CZ and one manufacturers coupon.
16) What is a PDF?
PDF stands for "Portable Document Format" (Adobe Acrobat)
17) Can you price match "buy one get one sales"?
No, No one will ever match B1G1 sale unless the price after or before the B1G1 is clearly marked. In most cases they are not.
18) Can I combine a $ off coupon with a B1G1 free coupon and get both items for free?
Yes you can do it in WM or RCSS but your chances of doing it are about 50%.
19) Can I use a B1G1 free coupon on a B1G1 free sale and get the item for free?
No you cannot. It is the same a saying the item is 50% off and I have a coupon 50% off coupon so I just walk out and did not need to pay for the item. In reality those discounts A)can be combined but you will get the discount of 50% after the first discount was applied- effectively getting 75% off. In the first case of B1G1 free the price will be calculated as half of the (inflated) price and you will pay that and get the second item for free. Again getting about 75% off the first inflated price. In most cases and stores that offer deals like B1G1 free the original prices have been mega inflated in the first place.
20) Can I use expired coupons?
No, you cannot.
I will add a tab for a "beginners guide soon"
2) Where do you got all those coupons from?
I made a complete list and it is here on the page.
3) Is this a Canadian web site?
Yes, it is Canadian for Canadians with just a bit of help for Canadians shopping and traveling to the US.
4) What are the online apps that offer cash back on products.
Chekout 51, snapSaves, Cartsmart , zweet and save.ca Take a picture of your receipt and get money back on the items promoted that week.
5) What is CZ? Who takes those coupons?
"Coupon zone" coupons can be found in RCSS, No frills, Independent and Valu-Mart ,Wal mart will also take them (as a price match)
6) What is SCOP?
Scanning Code of Practice - If the product rings up at the cash for different than the shelf price or advertised price , you will receive it free up to $10
7) What is FPC?
A coupon that allows you to get the product completely free
8) What is Overage?
The value of a coupon or promotions exceeds the purchase price and you get paid for buying the item.
9) Where do I find a flyer for "insert store name here" ?
All the flyer you need are here: http://flyers.smartcanucks.ca/ Just print your flyer. You can also use an app on your phone such as ReeBee, FlyerFlo, Flipp or CartSmart to display your flyers.
You can also find all the flyers here: http://www.flyermall.com/web/flyer/store.html
10) I do not have a computer/or printer, can I still save?
Yes you can but to get the most savings you need a working computer and a printer.
11) I thought most coupons are for products you do not need or want?
It might be true yet I will teach you how to get coupons for only products you use and use each day.
12) What is RCSS?
Real Canadian Superstore.
13) What is a HV coupon?
A high value coupon can have a value of half to the full value of the product.
14) I saw extreme couponing on TV but can you do things like that in Canada?
The quick answer is - YES. It does take few years to get to that level. Some of us do much better.
15) What is stacking and where can I do it?
Stacking is using two or more coupons for one item. You can stack in London drugs in the west coast and in Target all over Canada (one Target coupon and 1 manufacturers coupon) Some RCSS and WM will allow stacking of one CZ and one manufacturers coupon.
16) What is a PDF?
PDF stands for "Portable Document Format" (Adobe Acrobat)
17) Can you price match "buy one get one sales"?
No, No one will ever match B1G1 sale unless the price after or before the B1G1 is clearly marked. In most cases they are not.
18) Can I combine a $ off coupon with a B1G1 free coupon and get both items for free?
Yes you can do it in WM or RCSS but your chances of doing it are about 50%.
19) Can I use a B1G1 free coupon on a B1G1 free sale and get the item for free?
No you cannot. It is the same a saying the item is 50% off and I have a coupon 50% off coupon so I just walk out and did not need to pay for the item. In reality those discounts A)can be combined but you will get the discount of 50% after the first discount was applied- effectively getting 75% off. In the first case of B1G1 free the price will be calculated as half of the (inflated) price and you will pay that and get the second item for free. Again getting about 75% off the first inflated price. In most cases and stores that offer deals like B1G1 free the original prices have been mega inflated in the first place.
20) Can I use expired coupons?
No, you cannot.
What is the law surrounding photocopying a PDF coupon? Is it illegal? What is the deal with copies of coupons in general?
ReplyDeleteYes it is Illegal for sure to photocopy any coupons!!
ReplyDeleteCanadian Tire (Alliston, Ontario) does not normally honour coupons printed off your computer. I had to get special permission from their manager. I am not sure if other Canadian Tires are following suit.
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