加元 (CAD)
加元是加拿大的官方货币。它是全球第五大储备货币。加元的代码为 CAD，符号为 $。该货币由加拿大银行发行，并由位于渥太华的加拿大银行纸币公司印刷。加元是一种法定货币。
货币名称
加元
货币符号
C$
| 名称 | 加拿大元 (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Symbol | C$ |
| Minor Unit | Cent (1/100 of a Dollar) |
| Minor Unit Symbol | ¢ |
| Notes Freq Used | $5, $10, $20, $50, $100 |
| Coins Freq Used | 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, $1, $2 |
| Central Bank | Bank of Canada |
| 用户 | 加拿大 |
Facts Table for 加拿大元 (CAD)
The CAD ranks fifth among the most actively traded currencies in the Forex market, attracting significant interest from both institutions and individuals. Commonly nicknamed the Loonie, Buck, Huard, and Piastre (in French), the Canadian Dollar holds the status of a reserve currency within several central banks. Its recognition as a commodity currency stems from Canada's significant exports of raw materials.
Cultural Symbolism
Adorned with national icons and significant imagery, Canadian banknotes portray the nation's natural beauty, historic figures, and indigenous heritage. Each note tells a story, reflecting Canada's diverse cultural tapestry and natural landscapes.
Oversight by the Bank of Canada
The stability and value of the Canadian Dollar are overseen by the Bank of Canada. The advent of currency in Canada traces back to the early 1660s, when French settlers arrived, introducing coins to the region. The initial issuance of banknotes occurred in 1821 through the Montreal Bank, swiftly gaining prominence as a primary mode of transaction.
In 1841, as the Province of Canada under British rule, a currency known as the Canadian Pound was introduced. However, by 1858, the Canadian Dollar replaced the Pound, aligning its value with the US Dollar. During this transition, both US Dollars and British Gold Sovereigns were accepted as legal tender within Canada's boundaries.
Following Canadian Confederation, the government initiated the decimalization of the currency, issuing a new set of coins in the Dominion of Canada. The establishment of the Bank of Canada in 1934 marked the inception of banknotes, introduced a year later. Notably, the inaugural Loonie coin entered circulation in 1987, followed by the introduction of the two-dollar coin, commonly referred to as the Toonie, in 1996. A significant development occurred in 2011 when the Central Bank of Canada launched a novel series of banknotes printed on polymer material.
