Canada Money

The unit of currency - the Canadian dollar (CAD), which equals 100 cents. The most common denominations in Canada nomination - 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars. Coins are in the category 1 cent (penny), 5 cents (nickel), 10 cents (dime), 25 cents (quarter), $ 1 and $ 2.
While banks usually offer the most favorable rate for the exchange of currency, some charge a small commission for the exchange operation. Since banks are only open on weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm, sometimes it makes sense to change a small amount of Canadian dollars, even before coming to Canada. Hotels, shops and currency exchange is almost always offer the most unfavorable course and take big fees.
ATM available in major cities and can travel without a large cash sums of money and checks. With the help of plastic cards you can pay in many stores.