Don’t forget to buy your Canadian Dollars before you leave for Canada
Thinking of taking a trip to Canada? It's a great opportunity to experience new cultures and soak up the beauty of this amazing country. One of the things you should do before your departure is to buy Canadian dollars (CAD) so as to have some cash with you. The NZD to CAD currency exchange is quick and easy at all our exchange bureaus. We suggest you exchange your currencies before leaving so that you do not have to bother about this when you get to your destination.
Practical tips for planning your budget
For a pleasant stay in Canada, you should plan on a daily budget of between $90 and $130. For food, 64 canadian dollars per day would be sufficient.
Accommodation in Canada may cost you between 115 and 280 canadian dollars, depending on the quality of the establishment's services.
To get tickets to your favourite attractions, such as museums, theaters, amusement parks, etc. at the best prices, we recommend you to do it online!
115 CAD
Average cost of a one night stay in Canada
44 CAD
Average food budget per person per day
Good to know
Some price indications in Canada
3.25 CAD
Underground ticket (one way)
4.50 CAD
The price of a cup of coffee
14 - 43 CAD
CN Tower observatory in Toronto
10 CAD
A poutine
6 CAD
A taxi ride
12 - 18 CAD
Admission to the Canadian War Museum
Some suggestions for your stay
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Winter sports in Canada are a must. This season is a privileged time because it offers immense possibilities to snowboard lovers. To get there you can take a taxi to enjoy the wilderness. The journey will give you a taste of what to expect once you get there! It will cost you about 1.70 CAD /km. You'll get your money's worth! Do not forget to buy your Canadian dollars beforehand so that you can pay for your trip easily.
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Visit the Château Frontenac: The Château Frontenac is probably one of the most visited buildings in Canada. It is distinguished by its architectural and historical richness. You can get there by taxi from the Gare du Palais in just 3 minutes!
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Maple syrup tasting: In Canada, a can of maple syrup costs between 15 and 76 Canadian dollars, depending on the quality of the product.
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Eating tourtière: We strongly recommend that you try the Canadian tourtière, a real delicacy made from meat, poultry or beef and served especially at Christmas or New Year's Day. In restaurants, this dish will cost you between 6 and 23 dollars. Do not forget the tip ! We suggest you exchange euro cad earlier to have enough cash.
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For those who are looking for a festive experience, there is also music at the trendiest nightclubs such as "Bord'Elle", "Club Unity" or "Muzique". Some festivals will also be on the agenda.
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Take the time to visit Newfoundland, you will have the opportunity to see a wide variety of whale species such as humpback whales and sperm whales.
Some facts about the Canadian Dollar
Denominations of the Canadian Dollar
- Notes: 5, $10, $20, $50 and $100
- Coins: 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, 1$, 2$
The Canadian dollar is called "the loonie". "The loonie is the name of the bird on the dollar coin.
In Quebec, we don't talk in cents but in pennies. So you will hear the locals say: a nickel or a dime.
Why buy Canadian dollars with Prosegur Change?
To get CAD before your trip to Canada, we recommend reserving them on our website.
When you order online, you’ll benefit from a preferential exchange rate and 0% commission.
This means you’ll receive more Canadian dollars than if you exchanged directly at a physical bureau or through your bank. Avoid hidden fees by booking your travel money online and simply collect your CAD at the nearest Prosegur Change branch.
FAQs
Any questions regarding our currency exchange services? Please read those FAQs to get all the answers you're after.
- What is the current NZD to CAD exchange rate?
We update our exchange rates daily to be competitive and make sure our customer enjoy the best price. You can visit our exchange rate page to easily see the exchange rates applied on NZD to CAD currency exchange.
- How long does it take to exchange NZD to CAD?
Exchanging NZD to CAD with Prosegur Change is easy and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes.
- How can I exchange NZD to CAD online?
Select CAD as the destination currency, choose the amount of NZD you want to pay or the amount of CAD you need to see the price of your transaction. You can then proceed to the payment of your money exchange. After your order has been confirmed, you can come to pick it up at one of our branches in New Zealand.
If you have other questions, feel free to contact us and our team will do their best to assist you as quickly as possible.
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