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The loonie (French: huard), formally the Canadian one-dollar coin, is a gold-coloured Canadian coin that was introduced in 1987 and is produced by the Royal Canadian Mint at its facility in Winnipeg.
The loonie fell further on Tuesday, and continued to inch down on Wednesday, closing at 71.86 cents US. The lower loonie should help industries like tourism because it can encourage more Americans ...
Affectionately dubbed the “Loonie," Canada's one-dollar circulation coin has become a cherished national symbol since its 1987 debut. The coin’s scene, one that is familiar across the Canadian Shield, is of a common loon floating past an island on a calm lake.
The loonie refers to the $1 Canadian coin, featuring a solitary loon on its reverse side, with Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side. It was introduced in 1987, replacing the paper version of the CAD, and gained such prominence that the Royal Canadian Mint trademarked the name in 2006.
Learn about Loonies, Toonies, and other Canadian coins in addition to the use of U.S. currency in Canada.
Loonie is a colloquial term for the Canadian dollar (CAD), the official currency of Canada, that originated in the forex dealer community and has subsequently gained popularity with...
The Canadian dollar is trading against the U.S. dollar at levels not seen since 2020 as the combined pressures of economic outlooks, elections, and energy prices weigh. Here's what you need to know.
The toonie is a bi-metallic coin which on the reverse side bears an image of a polar bear by artist Brent Townsend. The obverse, since 2023, bear a portrait of King Charles III. It has the words CHARLES III / D.G. REX; before 2023, the words were in a typeface different to other Canadian coins.
Explore the quirky tales behind Canada's Loonie and Toonie coins. From iconic bird imagery to hockey traditions, uncover how these coins jingled their way into Canadian culture.
The Canadian dollar, also known as the “loonie,” is not only a beautifully designed coin but also one of the strongest currencies in the world. Its strength reflects Canada’s robust economy and stable financial system.