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What is the definition of cash?

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Last updated 1 year ago

For the purposes of , "cash" means

  • Current coin within the meaning of the (Canada);

  • Notes intended for circulation in Canada issued by the Bank of Canada pursuant to the ; and

  • Current coin or bank notes of countries other than Canada.

Bank drafts, money orders, electronic, or wire transfers of funds are not considered cash for purposes of the By-Law.

By-Law 9
Currency Act
Bank of Canada Act