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USD to CAD Exchange Rates
Canadian Currency Exchange Rates
While exchange rates vary, the U.S. dollar currently offers very competitive exchange rates against the Canadian dollar.
Lately, the currency exchange rate has been floating around $1.00 USD = $1.38 CAD*.
That’s great news for American visitors to Whistler (and Canada). International visitors may also benefit from exchange rates.
👇Please use the currency converter below to view the current exchange rate.
Where to Exchange Money in Whistler
Currency can be exchanged at any Canadian bank or credit union in Whistler.
The closest bank to Lodging Ovations is ScotiaBank, Whistler Creekside.
Other banks or credit unions in Whistler include
Making Purchases in Whistler
Most major credit cards are widely accepted by virtually all Whistler businesses. The most common credit cards accepted include VISA, MASTERCARD and American Express. You may find that you get the best exchange rate if you pay for purchases using your credit card.
Interac, bank cards and debit cards can be used to make purchases at Lodging Ovations (and other Whistler hotels), restaurants, retail outlets and activity providers. You can also withdraw money in the form of Canadian currency from banks or credit unions, including ATMs.
Taxes on Purchases in Whistler
The amount of taxes visitors pay on purchases ranges between 7% and 15%.
Residents of countries outside Canada can apply for refunds on taxes paid in Canada.
Typical tax rates are as follows: 7% Provincial Sales Tax (PST) / 8% PST for accommodations. 2% Municipal Regional District tax. Additionally Federal 5% Goods & Services Tax (GST) is charged on virtually all good and services.
Tipping in Whistler
Tips or service charges are not typically added to your bill for services.
A tip of up to 15% to 20% of the sub-total (before taxes) is typically for waiters, waitresses, barbers and hairdressers, taxi drivers, etc. At hotels, airports and railway stations, bellhops, doormen, etc. are generally paid $1-$2 per item of luggage.
More About Canadian Currency
The Canadian dollar is the national currency of Canada, including Canada’s 10 provinces and 3 territories.
Canadian Bank Notes
Bills are printed for the following amounts: $5, $10, $20, $50, $100, $1,000 (not common).
While American dollars are green, Canadian banknotes are brightly coloured and are therefore easy to distinguish from one another.
Canadian Coin Currency
Coins are minted for the following amounts: 1¢(Penny), 5¢(Nickel), 10¢(Dime), 25¢(Quarter), 50¢ (not common), $1(Loonie) and $2(Toonie)
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