Accessible Toronto

Take charge of your travel needs by consulting The Canadian Travel Agencies guide for those with special requirements. For Accessibility standards in Ontario, please visit CWDO.org.

Languages spoken

There are two official Canadian languages – English and French. In addition to these, the top five languages spoken in Toronto are Chinese, Italian, Tamil, Portuguese and Spanish.

Money matters

Toronto offers visitors world-class products without world-class prices. A favourable exchange rate doesn’t hurt, either. So be sure to pack an extra bag for the loot you’ll want to bring back home.

• Toronto’s currency is the Canadian dollar

• For denominations under five dollars we use coins – some we’ve even given cute names: the loonie ($1), and toonie ($2)

• U.S. dollars are accepted in most Toronto establishments, although you’ll receive change in Canadian funds and exchange rates will differ from merchant to merchant

• You’ll find cash machines/ATMs in most banks, hotels and shopping centres

• Travelers cheques and credit cards are accepted at most (but not all) major retailers

• Currency exchange is available at banks and kiosks throughout the city and at the airport