What is the official currency of Canada and what is the exchange rate versus the U.S. Dollar,?
The currency in Canada is the Canadian Dollar; it varies and is currently $1 U.S. = $1.20 but the currencies were even as recently as July 2008. In Vancouver, you can exchange your national currency into Candian Dollars at most banks. Theres a currency exchange desk in the souvenir shop on Granville Street and Robson that doesnt charge a commission. The exchange rate fluctuates according to the market conditions. Bring your debit card so you can withdraw money from an ATM Machine. Heres a currency conversion site: http://www.xe.com/. Credit cards: credit card machines are found in the majority of stores and restaurants.
