CAD vs AUD
1 CAD = 1.0170 AUD
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
CAD / AUD| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 1.0068 2026-09-29 | 1.0170 | +1.01% | 1.0033 2026-10-14 | 1.0189 2026-10-20 | |
| 3 Months | 1.0216 2026-07-29 | 1.0170 | -0.44% | 1.0004 2026-09-21 | 1.0219 2026-08-20 | |
| 6 Months | 1.0211 2026-04-29 | 1.0170 | -0.40% | 1.0004 2026-09-21 | 1.0250 2026-06-10 | |
| 1 Year | 1.0879 2025-10-29 | 1.0170 | -6.51% | 1.0004 2026-09-21 | 1.1015 2025-11-21 | |
| 3 Years | 1.1403 2023-10-27 | 1.0170 | -10.81% | 1.0004 2026-09-21 | 1.1736 2025-04-09 | |
| 5 Years | 1.0745 2021-10-29 | 1.0170 | -5.35% | 1.0004 2026-09-21 | 1.1736 2025-04-09 | |
| 10 Years | 0.98639 2016-10-28 | 1.0170 | +3.10% | 0.96878 2016-11-09 | 1.1983 2020-03-23 |
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 CAD in AUD?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 CAD equals 1.0170 AUD. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the CAD to AUD exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 1.0170 AUD per 1 CAD. 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 CAD/AUD 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 CAD to AUD exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical CAD/AUD exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About CAD / AUD
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.
AUD — Australian Dollar
The Australian Dollar is one of the major currencies of the foreign exchange market. It is considered a commodity currency due to Australia's significant exports of iron ore, coal, and natural gas.
Key Factors Affecting CAD/AUD
CAD Drivers
- Crude oil and commodity prices
- Bank of Canada interest rate decisions
- US–Canada trade relations
- Canadian housing market and employment data
AUD Drivers
- Iron ore and commodity prices
- Chinese economic demand and trade relations
- RBA interest rate decisions
- Australian employment and inflation data
💡 Did You Know? — AUD
Australian banknotes are made of polymer (plastic) rather than paper, which makes them durable and waterproof.
Economy Overview
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.
Australia
Australia is a major exporter of natural resources, with China as a key trading partner. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) manages monetary policy.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22