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.
Explore and share the $10 polymer bank note featuring Viola Desmond, which begins circulating in late 2018.
The Bank has been issuing bank notes since 1935 and periodically upgrades your notes by releasing a new series.
The polymer bank notes (issued 2011–13) celebrate Canada’s achievements at home, around the world, and in space.
Training and education materials for the public, businesses, police agencies and others—all free of charge.
Watch videos about the new $10 note, how to fight fraud and much more.
See the various images available and the terms and conditions of their use.
Learn about the Bank’s reimbursement service and how to submit a claim.
Learn why it’s important to check your notes, and how to deal with suspicious money.
Read about the process and guiding principles for bank note design.
Are you an equipment manufacturer, owner or renter? Here’s some information to help your business prepare for new bank notes.
Find out what removing legal tender status means and which bank notes are affected.