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Travel Money Oz is one of Australia's largest dedicated currency exchange specialists, selling Canadian Dollars (CAD) cash across 90+ stores nationwide and online, with no fees or commission on your order. If you find a better published cash rate from an Australian competitor, our Price Beat Guarantee means we'll beat their overall transaction price by at least $1 AUD. That's competitive rates, guaranteed.

Order Canadian Dollars online for same-day click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery in about 3 hours within 25km of selected stores. Prefer to browse in person? You can buy Canadian Dollars in-store any day of the week.

Best Place to Buy Canadian Dollars in Australia

Planning a ski trip to Whistler, sightseeing in Vancouver, or exploring Toronto's food scene? You'll need Canadian Dollars before you go. Travel Money Oz makes it easy to get your CAD sorted before you fly, with online ordering available 24/7 and 90+ stores across Australia for in-person purchases.

Unlike banks, we charge no fees or commission. No surprises at the counter, and no hidden fees to factor in. With our Price Beat Guarantee, if you spot a better deal elsewhere, we'll beat it.

Where to Buy Canadian Dollars Near Me

With 90+ Travel Money Oz stores in shopping centres, CBD spots, and major suburbs, there's likely one close to you. Use the store finder to check your nearest location, opening hours, and contact details before you visit.

All Travel Money Oz stores stock Canadian Dollars daily as part of our In Stock Promise. If CAD isn't available when you arrive, you'll get $10 AUD off your order and we'll have your currency ready within a week.

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How to Buy Canadian Dollars — Online or In-Store

💻 Order online for click & collect: place your order online, choose your nearest store, and your CAD cash will be ready to collect in about an hour. Pay securely at checkout and pick up at your convenience.

🚚 Order online for home delivery: prefer your cash delivered? Select home delivery at checkout. Orders are typically delivered within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.

🏪 Buy in-store: walk into any Travel Money Oz store and buy Canadian Dollars on the spot. No order required. All stores stock CAD daily.

💳 Load a Currency Pass: prefer a card? You can also load Canadian Dollars onto a Travel Money Oz Currency Pass for a secure, convenient way to spend across Canada wherever Mastercard is accepted.

How to order:

Check the live AUD to CAD rate above
Enter the amount you want to buy
Choose click & collect, home delivery, or Currency Pass
Complete your secure online order
Collect your CAD cash or receive it at home.

Price Beat Guarantee on Canadian Dollars

Travel Money Oz offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store CAD purchases. If you find a better deal, here's how it works:

Find a better published cash rate from an Australian-registered competitor, in-store or online.
Make sure it's for foreign currency notes (buying or selling), in stock, and ready to transact on the same day.
Bring the official written quote or published price to a Travel Money Oz store on the same day, with collection available within 30km of our store.
We'll beat their overall transaction price, including all fees and charges, by at least $1 AUD.

Applies to transactions up to $5,000 AUD equivalent. If we can't beat it, you'll receive $100 AUD loaded onto a Travel Money Oz Currency Pass (or a voucher if Currency Pass is unavailable).

_{*Price Beat Guarantee applies to in-store CAD cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply.}

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Order Canadian Dollars Online for Home Delivery

Skip the last-minute stress and get your Canadian Dollars sorted before you fly. Order CAD online for home delivery and your cash will be delivered straight to your door within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores. Whether you're heading to Toronto, skiing in Whistler, or exploring the Rockies, arriving with cash in hand makes the first day significantly easier.

Pick Up Canadian Dollars In-Store

Prefer to collect in person? Order Canadian Dollars online for click and collect at one of 90+ Travel Money Oz stores across Australia. Your CAD cash will be ready in about an hour, making it ideal for last-minute travel prep. Lock in your AUD to CAD rate ahead of time and collect at a time that suits you, with no airport markups or surprise fees.

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Reserve your Canadian Dollars online then pick it up at your convenience at your nearest Travel Money Oz store.

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Load your Currency Pass with Canadian Dollars for a hassle-free travel experience in Canada.

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Canadian Dollars to AUD — Convert Leftover CAD to Australian Dollars

Back from Canada with leftover loonies and toonies? Travel Money Oz makes it easy to convert Canadian Dollars to AUD at competitive rates, with no hidden fees. With 90+ stores across Australia, just drop in and sell your CAD in person. It's a fast, straightforward way to turn your leftover travel money back into Australian dollars.

Get more value with our Buy Back Bonus

If you originally bought your Canadian Dollars from Travel Money Oz, you could be eligible for our exclusive Buy Back Bonus. Just bring in your unused CAD and we'll add a little extra when converting it back to Aussie dollars. It's our way of rewarding travellers who planned ahead.

Buy Back Bonus applies to in-store cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply.

Dollar notes and coins

Canadian banknotes are available in denominations of C$5, C$10, C$20, C$50, and C$100, each celebrating iconic figures and moments from Canada's rich history.
Coins include the nickel (5c), dime (10c), quarter (25c), loonie (C$1), and toonie (C$2). The loonie is named after the common loon on its reverse, and the toonie follows as a playful portmanteau of "two" and "loonie." While the penny was officially retired in 2013, the remaining coins celebrate Canadian symbols like the beaver, caribou, and loon.

Fun facts about Canadian banknotes

The C$1 coin is called the "loonie" after the common loon on its reverse. The C$2 coin followed as the "toonie." Both names are so widely used that they've entered the Oxford English Dictionary.
Canada's polymer banknotes incorporate transparent windows and holographic security features, making them among the most counterfeit-resistant notes in the world.
Canada's early paper currency featured the British monarchy, and that tradition continues. The current C$20 note features Queen Elizabeth II, with a King Charles III version in development and expected to enter circulation in 2027.
Canadian coins bearing King Charles III's image began circulating in December 2023, making coins the first Canadian currency to feature the new monarch.

What is the currency of Canada?
Where can I buy Canadian Dollars in Australia?
Where is the best place to buy Canadian Dollars near me?
Travel Money Oz has 90+ stores across Australia in major shopping centres, CBDs, and suburbs, making it one of the most accessible places to buy CAD cash in person. Use the store finder to locate your nearest store, check opening hours, and confirm contact details before you visit.
Prefer to order from home? Order Canadian Dollars online for click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.
What is the best place to buy Canadian Dollars in Australia?
A dedicated foreign currency specialist will almost always offer a better deal than a bank, post office, or airport exchange. Here's how the options compare:
- Banks typically charge transaction fees on top of a less competitive rate.
- Post offices offer limited currency options and variable rates.
- Airport exchanges are the most expensive option. Buy before you travel, not after you land.
Travel Money Oz charges no fees or commission on CAD cash purchases, offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store purchases, and stocks Canadian Dollars every day across 90+ stores as part of our In Stock Promise. You can also order Canadian Dollars online for same-day click & collect or home delivery.
When is the best time to buy Canadian Dollars?
There's no single best time to buy Canadian Dollars. Exchange rates move daily based on global market conditions, so buying when the Australian dollar is strong relative to the CAD generally gives you more value. Many travellers monitor the rate in the weeks before their trip and buy when it looks favourable.
If you're not sure whether you're getting a competitive rate, Travel Money Oz's Price Beat Guarantee means you can buy in-store with confidence. If another Australian provider is offering a better published cash rate on the same day, we'll beat their overall transaction price by at least $1 AUD.
Is it better to buy Canadian Dollars in Australia or Canada?
It's almost always better to buy Canadian Dollars in Australia before you travel. Airport exchanges in Canada and tourist-area currency counters typically offer less favourable rates and higher fees. Sorting your CAD before you leave also means you arrive financially prepared, with cash ready from the moment you land.
Travel Money Oz offers competitive AUD to CAD rates, no fees or commission, and same-day online ordering with click & collect or home delivery. Find your nearest store if you'd prefer to buy in person.
Will there be Canadian Dollars in stock today?
How much is 1 AUD in CAD?
The AUD to CAD exchange rate changes throughout the day based on global market conditions. The two currencies are relatively close in value, with AUD typically buying slightly less than 1 CAD, though the rate does move and it's worth checking the live figure above before you buy.
Travel Money Oz updates its AUD to CAD rates in real time, so the rate you see is the rate you get. Ready to lock it in? Order Canadian Dollars online or visit your nearest store.
What affects the AUD to CAD exchange rate?
The AUD to CAD exchange rate is influenced by a range of economic factors, including:
- Interest rate decisions by the Reserve Bank of Australia and the Bank of Canada
- Global commodity prices, as both Australia and Canada are major commodity exporters (iron ore and coal for Australia, oil and gas for Canada)
- Inflation data in both countries
- Broader market sentiment, as both currencies are considered "commodity currencies" and tend to move together
Rates change daily, so it's worth checking the live AUD to CAD rate above before you buy.
How do I convert leftover Canadian Dollars back to AUD?
How much spending money do I need for Canada?
Canada sits at the higher end of travel costs, broadly comparable to Australia. Costs vary significantly between major cities, ski resorts, and rural areas. As a rough guide:
- Budget travellers staying in hostels and eating at local spots typically spend AUD $80–$120 per day.
- Mid-range travellers average AUD $150–$220 per day once accommodation, dining, and activities are factored in.
- Ski resorts like Whistler sit at the higher end, with lift passes, equipment hire, and resort dining adding significantly to daily costs.
Tipping is standard practice in Canada. Budget 15–20% on top of restaurant bills, taxi fares, and hotel services.
Use the Travel Money Oz Holiday Budget Calculator below to build a more accurate estimate based on your itinerary. Ready to buy? Order Canadian Dollars online.