Here is a list of commonly used terms and abbreviations in Canadian coupon and discount shopping:

Apps:

  • Checkout 51 (CO 51): an app that allows you to take a picture of your receipt and receive a cheque for purchasing items on their list.

  • SnapSaves, CartSmarts, Zweet, Save.ca: similar to Checkout 51, these apps also reward you for purchasing specific items and submitting a photo of your receipt.

Coupon Types:

  • FPC (Free Product Coupon): a coupon that allows you to receive the product for free, with the retailer paying for the taxes.

  • MIR (Mail-in Rebate): a rebate that requires you to mail in a form to receive a refund.

  • SCOP (Scanning Code of Practice): if the scanned price of an item is higher than the shelf price or any other displayed price, customers are entitled to receive the first item free, up to a maximum of $10.

  • Overage: a coupon value that exceeds the purchase price, resulting in the customer being paid for the item.

Coupon Usage:

  • Stacking: using more than one coupon per item, if the coupon does not restrict it. Some stores, such as London Drugs, Real Canadian Superstore, and Walmart, allow stacking.

  • Limit 1 Coupon per Purchase: only one coupon can be used per item purchased.

  • Limit 1 Coupon per Transaction: only one coupon can be used per transaction, requiring multiple transactions to use multiple coupons.

  • Limit 1 Coupon per Person/Family: only one coupon can be used per store visit.

  • BOGO or B1G1 (Buy One, Get One Free): purchase one item and receive another item for free.

  • Catalina Coupon: a coupon that prints out at checkout and can only be used at that specific store.

Other Terms:

  • CSM (Customer Service Manager): a manager responsible for customer service.

  • Captcha: a verification code consisting of numbers and letters to confirm the user is not an automated computer program.

  • FS (Free Shipping): shipping without any additional cost.

  • GC (Gift Card): a card that can be used as a form of payment, similar to cash.

  • Hang tag: a coupon attached to a product.

  • MSRP (Manufacturer’s Retail Price): the suggested retail price set by the manufacturer.

  • SS (SmartSource): a coupon insert that comes out periodically in newspapers.

  • Tear-pad: a pad of coupons, usually found on a shelf or display, where you can tear off a coupon.

  • WUB (When You Buy): a coupon that requires you to purchase a specific item.

  • WUS (When You Spend): a coupon that requires you to spend a specific amount.

  • ER (Electronic Rebate): a rebate that can be redeemed online.

  • Peelie: a coupon attached directly to a product that can be “peeled off”.

Forum Chatting:

  • Bump: bringing an older post to the top of the list by making a comment.

  • Ban: removing a member from the group.

  • HV (High Value): a coupon with a high value.

  • OOP (Out of Pocket): the amount of money spent after all discounts and coupons have been applied.

  • OOS (Out of Stock): unavailable for purchase.

  • PM (Private Message): a message sent directly to another member, or Price Match.

  • UPC (Universal Product Code): a barcode on a product.

  • YMMV (Your Mileage May Vary)