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Convert Canadian dollars to US dollars and other currencies, and compare what the big banks charge.

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🇨🇦 CAD $ — Canada
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In USD (United States)US$716.331 CAD = 0.71633 USD
Reference rates from Bank of Canada, 2026-10-30. Banks and transfer services add their own margin and fees.

Where you get the most USD

Posted rates from two big Canadian banks, updated automatically. “Cost” is how much less you get than at the reference rate. Lower is better.

BankYou buy USD: CAD per 1You sell USD: CAD per 1Cost
Reference rate (Bank of Canada)1.39601.39600%
Scotiabank ↗2026-10-301.44221.34523.20%
TD ↗2026-10-311.43581.35612.77%

Rates change during the day and can differ in branch, online and for large amounts. Check other banks directly: RBC ↗ · BMO ↗

Paying by credit card abroad? Your card adds an exchange rate plus a foreign currency conversion charge set in your card agreement. FCAC ↗

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Type the rate your bank or exchange counter offers (how many USD you get for 1 CAD) to see its hidden cost.

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