To say life is busy is an understatement. From the moment we wake until the second our head hits the pillow at night, our days can be a real juggling act.
Many of us are balancing work priorities and supporting the people around us, all while keeping an eye on our spending. Circumstances outside our power can have us constantly questioning what we want and how best to pay for it. So, is there anything that can help us live with more freedom, more control, and greater well-being?
Read on as we highlight how paying with Interac Debit — whether it’s through your mobile wallet, digital transactions or contactless payments — can give you more control by helping take the stress out of managing money. By using your own money, Interac Debit can help make the whole process that much simpler.
Start your day with Interac Debit contactless payments
For many of us, our day starts with taking transit wherever we need to go. Bus or rail, above ground or below, your local transit system is an important part of your morning commute.
However you choose to spend your day — work, shopping, or fun — Interac Debit lets you easily pay for your adult fare on participating transit systems. Make a contactless payment by tapping your debit card or, to make paying your transit fare even easier, add your debit card to your digital wallet to tap your mobile device and breeze through without delay to catch that last-second train.
Learn how to add your debit card to your digital wallet.
Grabbing a morning latte at a local café is often a great way to jumpstart your productivity. By using Interac Debit contactless payments, you can pay for your coffee quickly and conveniently and be ready for your first meeting of the day.
If your nearby coffee chain is your preferred daily go-to, you can take advantage of added convenience as some now let you fill and reload personal accounts using Interac Debit e-Commerce payments through digital wallets. It’s simple and easy to load, place your order, and get back to other tasks.
Avoid stress and order ahead with Interac Debit e-Commerce payments
Lunch breaks are always a great time to trim down that growing shopping list. If you have a chance, take five and jump online for essentials like groceries and household supplies.
Ordering online is perfect if you don’t have time to get to the supermarket, or if you would prefer to stay away from the crowds. But the best part? You can pay via simple, safe Interac Debit e-Commerce payments through digital wallets where supported by the merchant and your financial institution. Always using your own money can make it easier to keep track of your weekly spending.
Finding time to prioritize exercise can be tough, especially when you’re busy or tired after work. Removing barriers is one way to make it easier. With your debit card added to your digital wallet, you can tap-and-go at checkout for a variety of fitness classes. When making a purchase online— say, signing-up for a yoga session — check to see if the merchant and your financial institution allow you to pay with Interac Debit e-Commerce payments through digital wallets. By paying with Interac Debit, you’ll be using your own money up front, and won’t be surprised with a larger-than-expected credit card bill later in the month.
And let’s face it, no one wants to be stressed when trying to de-stress with a yoga class. Taking the time to focus on your physical and mental well-being is so important for productivity and a balanced life. If you’re looking for more support, check out some tips on how to stay calm and centered while navigating financial milestones.
Wind down your way with Interac payment solutions
Food box delivery, groceries and preplanned meals have changed the landscape of food ordering and budgeting. Stressing about choices and preparation should no longer eat into your personal time. Make online payments simple by adding your debit card to your digital wallet. Select the option to pay with your digital wallet at checkout and pay using Interac Debit where available. It’s secure and easy to set up with an eligible debit card, and you can complete the whole process from the comfort of your couch.
When you don’t feel like cooking, ordering in is the way to go. Enjoying food from your favourite restaurants and local shops can also be a great way to destress and relax. Interac Debit makes ordering from your local restaurants that much easier, so you can stay home and pay in-app and with your own money through your preferred food delivery service where available.
A recent Interac study found that about 40% of Gen Z are feeling stressed and anxious about their financials. For many of us, late at night is often when financial concerns hit — and it’s also when we have a chance to check in on our spending.
But the same study also found that Gen Z are taking advantage of debit cards more than ever to manage their everyday spending and savings. Using Interac Debit makes it incredibly easy to keep track of your personal budget. All your transactions are in one place. By logging into your banking app, you can see your daily and monthly spending and know exactly how much money you have. Because there are fewer fees than with many credit cards, there’s often also less stress.
Discover the 3 ways to pay with Interac Debit
Whether you’re using your debit card or your mobile wallet, our features work to keep you safe, secure, and connected. Click on each link to learn more.
- Contactless payments (either by card or card provisioned in a digital wallet on a mobile device)
In life, it takes a bit of discipline to stay on the path to financial stability, but with Interac Debit you’re well on your way.
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