Canada
A country of wholesome serenity, vast infinite scenic landscapes and vibrant culture: there is no place like the beauty of Canada. Whether you're going for the cool summer days of June or the immense snowing weeks of December, there is fun to be found at every corner!
CAD
Americas
The money
The Canadian Dollar is the seventh-most traded currency on the Forex market, as many institutions and individuals trade the CAD. People also refer to the CAD as the Loonie, buck, Huard, and Piastre (in French). The Canadian Dollar is held as a reserve currency by a number of central banks. It is also known as a commodity currency, due to the country's substantial raw material exports.
- Currency
- Canadian Dollar
- Code
- CAD
- One Australian dollar
- 0.9655 CAD
Bank notes
- $5
- $10
- $20
- $50
- $100
Coins
- 5c
- 10c
- 20c
- 50c
- $1
- $2
We supply notes only. Coins are listed so you know what the change in your pocket is worth.
What things cost in Canada
The left column is what the guide records locally. The right column is that same figure through today’s rate — the arithmetic we would do for you at the counter, done here instead.
| Everyday price | Dollar | Australian dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range restaurant | 65 | A$67.32 |
| Bottle of water | 1.5 | A$1.55 |
| Tourist T-shirt | 10 | A$10.36 |
Converted at 1 AUD = 0.9655 CAD, our online rate as at 16 Sep 2026, 04:29. Local prices are a guide to what you will pay, not a quote.
Before you go
- Canada is a very cold country, so make sure you pack a lot of warmer clothes whilst keeping the number of shorts packed to a minimum.
- Canada and the United States are two very different countries with seperate cultures and laws. Make sure you are conscious that the behaviours and values of Canadians will differ greatly to that of those in the US, so expect different laws and immigration regulations when travelling.
- Bring a lot of money or a travel card with you! Canada is a fairly expensive country, so be prepared to pay more than expected when budgeting your holiday.
- Canadians are generally more reserved and submissive than Americans. Ensure a sufficient quality of respect and personal space is given to strangers you meet.
- Always try to help and be considerate of other people! Failing to hold open the door, keeping to the right lane when walking or queuing up in line, is considered particularly rude.
Canada, photographed
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Niagara Falls — view full size
Niagara Falls -
Banff National Park and the Rocky Mountains — view full size
Banff National Park and the Rocky Mountains -
Old Quebec — view full size
Old Quebec -
Toronto CN tower — view full size
Toronto CN tower -
Ottawa Parliment House — view full size
Ottawa Parliment House -
British Columbia — view full size
British Columbia
Order your CAD before you fly
Order online at today’s rate and collect it at the Ringwood counter, or have it delivered. The rate on this page is the rate we transact at.