Currency in Canada – The Canadian Dollar (CAD)
The official currency of Canada is the Canadian Dollar, internationally abbreviated as CAD.
What Does the Canadian Dollar Look Like?
To view the design of Canadian dollar banknotes, visit the “Banknotes” tab on the product page or explore the official website of the Bank of Canada.
Canadian Banknotes and Coins in Circulation
Banknotes:
- 1 CAD
- 2 CAD
- 5 CAD
- 10 CAD
- 20 CAD
- 50 CAD
- 100 CAD
Coins:
- 1 dollar (“loonie”)
- 2 dollars (“toonie”)
- 5, 10, 25, 50 cents
1 Canadian dollar = 100 cents
Example Prices in Canada (approx.):
- Bread – 3 CAD
- Mineral water (1.5 L) – 2.30 CAD
- Espresso coffee – 3 CAD
Canadian Dollar Exchange Rate
Wondering about the current exchange rate for the Canadian dollar? You can follow the live CAD rate in the "Currencies" tab or visit our live exchange charts page.