Get your hands on money from around the world

(from 12 to 60 participants)

Basic and intermediate second language students of all ages participate in hands-on activities and lively discussions. Students can expand their vocabulary and share what they know as they uncover artifacts used as money throughout the ages and in different parts of the world.

Sharing stories about money around the world

(from 12 to 60 participants)

Intermediate and advanced second language learners are encouraged to examine, touch, and talk about the many objects and images that the guide shares with them. Students learn about Canadian history and values as they examine the themes and symbols that have appeared on our currency. Global in perspective, the program includes both international and Canadian currency.

Super pace of activities and lots of interesting facts. Great lesson!

— M. M., Grade 6 teacher

Delving into the complex world of bank note production

(from 12 to 90 participants)

This program teaches students about the money in their wallets and how the Bank of Canada produces and issues bank notes. Working in teams, students learn about the history and design of bank notes—how the images are decided upon, how the notes themselves are printed, how to tell a fake from the real thing.