GBP vs CAD
1 GBP = 1.8638 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
GBP / CAD| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 1.8784 2026-09-29 | 1.8638 | -0.78% | 1.8638 2026-10-29 | 1.8918 2026-10-06 | |
| 3 Months | 1.8744 2026-07-29 | 1.8638 | -0.56% | 1.8615 2026-09-03 | 1.8934 2026-08-05 | |
| 6 Months | 1.8475 2026-04-29 | 1.8638 | +0.88% | 1.8374 2026-05-15 | 1.9032 2026-07-07 | |
| 1 Year | 1.8402 2025-10-29 | 1.8638 | +1.28% | 1.8121 2026-03-09 | 1.9032 2026-07-07 | |
| 3 Years | 1.6745 2023-10-27 | 1.8638 | +11.30% | 1.6745 2023-10-27 | 1.9032 2026-07-07 | |
| 5 Years | 1.7023 2021-10-29 | 1.8638 | +9.48% | 1.4575 2022-09-28 | 1.9032 2026-07-07 | |
| 10 Years | 1.6265 2016-10-28 | 1.8638 | +14.59% | 1.4575 2022-09-28 | 1.9032 2026-07-07 |
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 GBP in CAD?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 GBP equals 1.8638 CAD. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the GBP to CAD exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 1.8638 CAD per 1 GBP. 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 GBP/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 GBP to CAD exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical GBP/CAD exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About GBP / CAD
GBP — British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling is the official currency of the United Kingdom and one of the world's major traded currencies, with a history reaching back to Anglo-Saxon England.
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 GBP/CAD
GBP Drivers
- Bank of England interest rate decisions
- UK economic data and trade policy
- London financial market sentiment
- UK inflation and housing market trends
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? — GBP
Sterling traces its origins to the silver pennies of Anglo-Saxon England — the name 'pound' comes from a pound weight of silver.
Economy Overview
United Kingdom
The UK is one of Europe's major economies, with London serving as a global financial center. The Bank of England (BoE) sets monetary policy to meet the government's inflation target.
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