BRL vs CAD
1 BRL = 0.26152 CAD
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
BRL / CAD| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 0.27208 2026-09-29 | 0.26152 | -3.88% | 0.25103 2026-10-26 | 0.28680 2026-10-06 | |
| 3 Months | 0.27547 2026-07-29 | 0.26152 | -5.06% | 0.25103 2026-10-26 | 0.28680 2026-10-06 | |
| 6 Months | 0.27429 2026-04-29 | 0.26152 | -4.65% | 0.25103 2026-10-26 | 0.28680 2026-10-06 | |
| 1 Year | 0.26048 2025-10-29 | 0.26152 | +0.40% | 0.24522 2025-12-23 | 0.28680 2026-10-06 | |
| 3 Years | 0.27782 2023-10-27 | 0.26152 | -5.87% | 0.22851 2024-12-19 | 0.28680 2026-10-06 | |
| 5 Years | 0.21893 2021-10-29 | 0.26152 | +19.46% | 0.21832 2021-11-02 | 0.28680 2026-10-06 | |
| 10 Years | 0.41971 2016-10-28 | 0.26152 | -37.69% | 0.21552 2021-03-09 | 0.43941 2017-05-17 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 BRL in CAD?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 BRL equals 0.2615 CAD. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the BRL to CAD exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 0.2615 CAD per 1 BRL. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its BRL/CAD data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical BRL to CAD exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical BRL/CAD exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About BRL / CAD
BRL — Brazilian Real
The Brazilian Real is the official currency of Brazil, one of South America's major economies. It was introduced in 1994 as part of an economic stabilization plan that successfully curbed hyperinflation.
CAD — Canadian Dollar
The Canadian Dollar, often called the 'Loonie' after the loon bird on the one-dollar coin, is one of the reserve currencies held by central banks around the world. It is closely tied to commodity prices, especially oil.
Key Factors Affecting BRL/CAD
BRL Drivers
- Brazilian interest rate (Selic rate) decisions
- Commodity prices, especially soybeans and iron ore
- Political stability and fiscal policy
- Global emerging market sentiment
CAD Drivers
- Crude oil and commodity prices
- Bank of Canada interest rate decisions
- US–Canada trade relations
- Canadian housing market and employment data
💡 Did You Know? — BRL
Before the Real was introduced in 1994, Brazil went through a long series of currency changes over the preceding decades as it battled chronic high inflation.
Economy Overview
Brazil
Brazil has a diverse economy with strong agricultural exports (soybeans, coffee, beef), significant oil reserves, and a growing services sector. The Central Bank of Brazil sets monetary policy.
Canada
Canada has a resource-rich economy with significant exports of crude oil, natural gas, and minerals. The Bank of Canada sets monetary policy independently from the US despite close economic ties.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22