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Educational Resources
Our education module is undergoing a major renovation of its own; in the meantime the Bank of Canada has some educational resources we think you may find helpful.
Financial System Lexicon
The Financial System Lexicon, although not exhaustive, has been created as an aid to consistent usage.
Build a Bank Note
Classroom Resource for Teachers
Teach your students about Canada’s history, land and culture – with money! Download the free lesson plan.
The Life of a Bank Note
From the Lab to Your Wallet
This video series tells the story of the life of a polymer note. From the research and development of the notes through to the end of their life cycle, these videos explore the various stages in the life of Canada’s bank notes.
Bank Notes
Materials (Download or Order)
Order or download materials from the Bank of Canada; free of charge for training, education and consumer information purposes.
Research Team
Access the work of our our collections team and discover the minutiae and cultural relevance of their numismatic subjects.
Bank of Canada Souvenir Books
The Bank of Canada souvenir books make a unique keepsake or gift. This series examines various aspects of the Bank’s history. In PDF format.
Complete Bank Note Series
This is the Bank of Canada’s portfolio. We’re very proud of it. Every denomination from every series on up to today can be found here.
