Bank Notes
The Bank of Canada supplies Canadians with bank notes that they can use with confidence and pride, by issuing quality notes that are readily accepted and secure.
Bank Note Reader Recall
The latest model of the bank note reader for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted needs an upgrade. Learn more.
Canada’s Vertical $10 Note
Explore and share the $10 polymer bank note featuring Viola Desmond, which begins circulating in late 2018.
Bank Note Series
The Bank has been issuing bank notes since 1935 and periodically upgrades your notes by releasing a new series.
Frontiers Series
The polymer bank notes (issued 2011–13) celebrate Canada’s achievements at home, around the world, and in space.
Materials (Download or Order)
Training and education materials for the public, businesses, police agencies and others—all free of charge.
Bank Note Videos
Watch videos about the new $10 note, how to fight fraud and much more.
Image Gallery
See the various images available and the terms and conditions of their use.
Contaminated and Mutilated Bank Notes
Learn about the Bank’s reimbursement service and how to submit a claim.
Counterfeit Prevention
Learn why it’s important to check your notes, and how to deal with suspicious money.
Principles for Bank Note Design
Read about the process and guiding principles for bank note design.
Cash-handling Machine Industry
Are you an equipment manufacturer, owner or renter? Here’s some information to help your business prepare for new bank notes.
Upcoming changes to legal tender status for older bank notes
Find out what removing legal tender status means and which bank notes are affected.