Apple has officially kicked off its annual Back to School promotion in Canada, offering student discounts and gift card bonuses.
Apple Canada 2026 Back to School Promo Details
The Apple Canada Back to School 2026 promotion runs from July 16, 2026, through August 27, 2026. During this period, eligible students and educators can receive up to a $210 Apple Gift Card when purchasing qualifying Mac and iPad models. This promotional gift card is offered in addition to Apple’s year-round educational hardware discounts.
To qualify, you must verify your academic status as a post-secondary student, parent buying for a student, or K-12/higher education staff member. Verification is handled through the UNiDAYS portal before you can check out on the Apple Store for Education.
Apple implemented a minor price adjustment in late June 2026 across its lineup due to rising storage component costs. However, the Back to School promo offsets these price hikes by offering excellent value with education discounts and bundled gift cards.
Apple Canada Retail vs. Education Price Comparison (CAD)
| Product Model | Standard Retail Price | Education Store Price | Direct Savings | Back to School Gift Card |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MacBook Air 13-inch (M5) | $1,799.00 CAD | $1,659.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD |
| MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) | $2,099.00 CAD | $1,959.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD |
| MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5) | $2,799.00 CAD | $2,659.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD | $210.00 CAD |
| MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5) | $4,199.00 CAD | $3,919.00 CAD | $280.00 CAD | $210.00 CAD |
| iPad Air 11-inch (M4) | $999.00 CAD | $929.00 CAD | $70.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD |
| iPad Air 13-inch (M4) | $1,299.00 CAD | $1,229.00 CAD | $70.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD |
| iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) | $1,699.00 CAD | $1,559.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD |
| iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) | $2,099.00 CAD | $1,959.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD | $140.00 CAD |
| iPad (10th Gen) | $649.00 CAD | $619.00 CAD | $30.00 CAD | N/A |
