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GBP to CAD exchange rate

Mid-market rate · 1 GBP = 1.8762 CAD · Updated 23 Jun 2026, 06:52 UTC

Popular conversions

GBPCAD
1.88
18.76
93.81
187.62
938.10
1,876.20

5-day trend

1.8790 1.8686
16 Jun22 Jun
Today 1.8762 Low 1.8686 High 1.8790 -0.15%

Banks and bureaux may add a 2–5% spread on top of this mid-market rate, so the amount you actually receive can be lower — always compare before you travel or transfer. Source: European Central Bank data via Frankfurter.

If you need to convert British pounds to Canadian dollars, the live converter above shows the mid-market rate. This page explains the structural factors that influence the GBP/CAD exchange rate for UK travellers, expats, and businesses dealing with Canada.

  • Mid-market vs retail: The live mid-market rate is a wholesale benchmark; retail providers typically add a 2–5% spread on top.
  • What moves it: Structural drivers include commodity prices, central-bank interest-rate decisions, inflation differentials, trade balances, and broad risk appetite.
  • Cards vs cash: Paying by card often incurs a foreign-transaction fee plus a non-competitive rate; exchanging cash may involve a wider spread but no hidden charges.
  • Data source: European Central Bank reference rates via Frankfurter — a mid-market benchmark, not a retail quote

What drives the GBP/CAD relationship

The Canadian dollar is a commodity currency, closely tied to global oil prices and raw-material exports, while sterling responds to UK interest-rate expectations and inflation data. Divergence between Bank of England and Bank of Canada monetary policy, along with trade flows and risk sentiment, creates long-term trend shifts in this pair.

Practical guidance for converting

Always compare the live mid-market rate, shown above, with the rate offered by your bank or exchange service. Retail spreads typically add 2–5% on top. Using a specialist online transfer can narrow that gap; credit and debit cards often include a foreign transaction fee, whereas cash from a UK post office or bureau may have a wider spread.

Common questions

Answers below use live mid-market data (European Central Bank reference rates) — last refreshed 23 Jun 2026, 06:52 UTC (auto-updates every 15 minutes).

What is the current GBP to CAD exchange rate?

As of the latest reference on 22 June 2026, 1 GBP = 1.8762 CAD at the mid-market rate.

What is 100 CAD in GBP?

At the current mid-market rate (22 June 2026), 100 CAD ≈ 53.30 GBP before fees. Use the converter above for other amounts.

What is 100 GBP in CAD?

At the current mid-market rate (22 June 2026), 100 GBP ≈ 187.62 CAD before fees.

What was the 5-day high and low for GBP/CAD?

Over the last 5 ECB reference days, GBP/CAD ranged from 1.8686 to 1.8790 — a net change of -0.15% over the period.

Why does British pound move against Canadian dollar?

GBP/CAD reflects relative interest rates, inflation expectations, trade balances and global demand for reserve currencies. Major moves often follow central-bank policy announcements. We publish live reference data only — not forecasts.

Is this rate the same as the Post Office or my bank?

No. High-street providers and card issuers quote retail rates with margins. Compare their buy/sell spread against the mid-market reference on this page before travelling or sending money.

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Sources & standards

Exchange-rate data on this page is fetched from primary sources and refreshed automatically. This is general information, not personal financial advice.

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