Exchange Rates

When deposits or payments in foreign currencies are made, the Bank of Canada (BOC) exchange rate is used to convert to Canadian Dollars.  The rate is the average BOC rate for the previous completed calendar week (Monday to Friday).  By clicking on the link below, the look up tool will help you find the currency and week you are searching for.

https://www.bankofcanada.ca/rates/exchange/daily-exchange-rates-lookup/
Dates: Select date range / Custom dates.
Start date - prior Monday. End date - prior Friday.

Rates can also be looked up in PeopleSoft Financials under Common Definitions - Market Rates Inquiry (USD to CAD rate,  type CRRNT).  If the rates posted are not up-to-date please email treasury.fs@ualberta.ca.  Historical USD/CAD rates prior to March 31, 2023 can be requested by email as well.