Scene+ points are worth 1¢ each for most rewards: travel, groceries, Cineplex, restaurants, Home Hardware and Shell. That makes 10,000 points worth $100. The one common exception is a statement credit on your Scotiabank card, where 150 points = $1, about 0.67¢ a point. Here’s what your points are worth, with a calculator.
What Scene+ points are worth, by how you use them
| How you use them | Rate | Value per point |
|---|---|---|
| Travel charged to a Scene+ Scotiabank card | 100 points = $1 | 1¢ |
| Scene+ Travel, powered by Expedia | 100 points = $1 | 1¢ |
| Groceries (Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, FreshCo, Foodland, Thrifty Foods and more) | 1,000 points = $10 | 1¢ |
| Cineplex movie tickets, food and drinks | 100 points = $1 | 1¢ |
| Restaurants | 500 points = $5 | 1¢ |
| The Rec Room and Playdium | 500 points = $5 | 1¢ |
| Home Hardware | 1,000 points = $10 | 1¢ |
| Shell gas, car washes and select in-store items | 1,000 points = $10 | 1¢ |
| Points for Credit (statement credit on a Scotiabank card) | 150 points = $1 | About 0.67¢ |
Gift cards start at 1,000 points and the rate depends on the brand, so check the points price before you redeem. To compare any reward, use our cents per point calculator.
| Scene+ points | At 1¢ | As a statement credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | $10 | $6.67 |
| 5,000 | $50 | $33 |
| 10,000 | $100 | $67 |
| 25,000 | $250 | $167 |
| 50,000 | $500 | $333 |
| 100,000 | $1,000 | $667 |
Calculator: what your Scene+ points are worth
Scene+ points value calculatorType your balance to see what it’s worth for each way you can use it.
At 1¢ a point
Travel, groceries, movies, dining, Shell
As a statement credit
150 points = $1
$10 grocery rewards
What your points get you
| How you use them | Rate | Your points are worth |
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How to use Scene+ points for travel
You have two ways to use points for travel, both at 100 points per $1:
- Apply points to travel you already bought. Pay for flights, hotels, resorts, car rentals or transit with a Scotiabank card linked to your Scene+ account, then redeem points against that purchase within one year. You can book anywhere, so you can shop for the best price.
- Book through Scene+ Travel, powered by Expedia. You can also earn 3 points per $1 on hotels, car rentals and things to do booked there.
Travel redemptions are final. Each purchase can only be redeemed once, and if you don’t have enough points to cover it, your whole balance is applied.
Example: you charge a $640 flight to your Scotiabank card and have 30,000 points. Applying them takes $300 off, so you pay $340. The same 30,000 points as a statement credit would be worth $200.
How to use Scene+ points on groceries
Redeem 1,000 points for $10 off at checkout at participating Sobeys, Safeway, Foodland, Co-op, FreshCo, Chalo! FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, IGA, Rachelle Béry and Les Marchés Traditions stores, or online through Voilà. Some exclusions apply.
One thing to know: scanning your Scene+ card at the grocery store doesn’t earn points on every dollar. You earn there through marked items, flyer coupons and personalized offers you load in the store’s app. To earn on every dollar, pay with a Scene+ Scotiabank card.
Where you earn Scene+ points
| Partner | You earn | You redeem |
|---|---|---|
| Scotiabank and Tangerine cards | Points on every purchase, up to 6x in bonus categories | Travel at 1¢, Points for Credit at 0.67¢ |
| Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, FreshCo and more | Marked items, flyer coupons and loaded offers | 1,000 points = $10 |
| Cineplex | 3 to 6 points per $1 | 100 points = $1 |
| The Rec Room and Playdium | 1 point per $1 | 500 points = $5 |
| Restaurants (over 700 locations) | 1 point per $3 | 500 points = $5 |
| Shell | 1 point per litre, 1 per $1 on car washes | 1,000 points = $10 |
| Home Hardware | 50 points per $50 | 1,000 points = $10 |
| Scene+ Travel | 3 points per $1 on hotels, cars and activities | 100 points = $1 |
| Scene+ Rakuten (online shopping) | 100 points per $1 of cash back | Can’t redeem there |
Link Shell Go+ to your Scene+ account for 10% more points on regular and mid-grade fuel, and 2x on V-Power NiTRO+.
Credit cards that earn Scene+ points
| Card | Annual fee | Earn rate |
|---|---|---|
| Scotiabank Scene+ Visa | $0 | 2 points per $1 on groceries, Home Hardware and Cineplex; 1 point elsewhere |
| Scotiabank American Express | $0 | Up to 3 points per $1 on groceries, dining and entertainment |
| Scotiabank Gold American Express | $120 | Up to 6 points per $1 on groceries, dining and entertainment in Canada; no foreign transaction fee |
| Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite+ | $150 | Up to 3 points per $1 on groceries, dining and entertainment; 6 lounge visits a year |
| Tangerine Rewards World Elite Mastercard | $120 | 1.5 points per $1 in 3 categories you pick, 1 point elsewhere |
| Scotiabank Platinum American Express | $399 | 2 points per $1 on all eligible purchases |
| Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite Privilege | $599 | 3 points per $1 on travel, 2 on dining and entertainment |
At 1¢ a point, 6 points per $1 is worth 6% back on groceries and dining. See our best grocery cards, best dining cards and Tangerine review.
Do Scene+ points expire?
Not while you have an open Scene+ Scotiabank or Tangerine card. Otherwise, Scene+ can close your account after 24 months without earning or redeeming, and the points are forfeited. Full details are in do Scene+ points expire?.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 1 Scene+ point worth?
1 cent when you use it for travel, groceries, Cineplex, restaurants, Home Hardware or Shell. As a statement credit through Points for Credit, it’s worth about 0.67 cents (150 points = $1).
How much are 10,000 Scene+ points worth?
$100 toward travel, groceries, movies or gas, or about $67 as a statement credit on your Scotiabank card.
How much are 1,000 Scene+ points worth?
$10. For example, $10 off your groceries at Sobeys, Safeway, IGA or FreshCo, or $10 off at Home Hardware or Shell.
Is it better to use Scene+ points for travel or groceries?
Both give 1 cent a point. Travel is flexible because you can book anywhere with a Scotiabank card and apply points within a year. Groceries are a simple choice if you don’t travel much.
Can you convert Scene+ points to cash?
Yes, with Points for Credit. Points go to a linked Scotiabank credit card as a statement credit, or to a Scotiabank debit card as cash, at 150 points per $1, about 0.67 cents a point.
How many Scene+ points do you need for a movie?
Cineplex redeems at 100 points per $1 with no minimum, so a $15 ticket takes 1,500 points. Points can’t pay the tax, tips or alcohol, so you pay those separately.
Does scanning my Scene+ card at Sobeys earn points?
Not on every dollar. You earn through marked items, flyer coupons and personalized offers. To earn on every dollar, pay with a Scene+ Scotiabank card.
Do Scene+ points expire?
Not while you have an open Scene+ Scotiabank or Tangerine card. Otherwise your account can be closed after 24 months without earning or redeeming.
Related reading
- How many Scene+ points for a movie?: Cineplex prices in points
- Do Scene+ points expire?: the 24-month rule
- Blue Rewards (formerly Air Miles): what Blue Points are worth
- Canadian rewards programs: what points are worth in each program
How we checked: Redemption rates for groceries, Cineplex, restaurants, The Rec Room, Playdium, Home Hardware, Shell and Scene+ Travel, partner earn rates and the card list come from Scene+’s how it works page. The Points for Credit rate (150 points per $1) and the travel rules come from the Scene+ help centre’s Scotiabank article. The grocery store list and the note about base points come from the Scene+ help centre’s grocery article. Gift card rates vary by brand and aren’t included. The travel example uses made-up numbers. This page is general information, not financial advice. Sources: Scene+: How it works; Scene+ help: earn and redeem with Scotiabank; Scene+ help: grocery, convenience and pharmacy; Scene+ terms and conditions. Last checked October 2026.