Printed materials
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NEW Tools describing quality standards for bank notes to help identify and withdraw from circulation all notes from previous series, as well as unfit notes from the current series.
Sticker, 22.5 x 11.5 cm (8,75 x 4,5 inches)
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Poster, 21.5 x 28 cm (8,5 x 11 inches)
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Leaflet
A quick overview of the basics that every cash handler should know: the security features in Canadian paper money and tips for checking bank notes.
Leaflet, unfolds to 7 panels
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Booklet
Bank notes in detail for the manager or trainer: the security features in paper money; the Bank's role in reducing counterfeiting; laws about counterfeiting and the use of bank note images; the counterfeiting situation in Canada; what to do if you think you have a counterfeit note; features to help the blind and the visually impaired recognize notes; description of the designs and images of each denomination.
16 pages
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Standards for preparing bank note deposits An illustrated reference tool for employees of branches or cash centres. Explains how to:
distinguish between fit and unfit notes
prepare bank note bundles
package bundles for shipping
Consider posting the information in areas where bank notes are prepared for shipping.
Poster, 28 x 43 cm, 11 x 17 inches
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Pamphlet, 22 x 28 cm, 8.5 x 11 inches
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Poster
Large colour poster describing security features in notes of the Canadian Journey (current) and Birds of Canada (previous) series.
61 x 89 cm, 24 x 35 inches
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Cash handlers' set of quick-reference cards
A practical tool that cash handlers can use on the job. Provides at-a-glance description of key security features to look for when checking bank notes and a summary of the steps to follow if you have a suspected counterfeit note. Consists of small cards and a magnifier assembled on a key ring.
Double-sided, laminated, business-card size
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Deterrence signage
Adhesive, vinyl window sign and point-of-sale sticker stating "Our policy is to verify bank notes". They serve two purposes:
explain to clients that bank note verification is routine so they don't feel singled out
discourage criminals from passing counterfeits
Vinyl, 10 x 10 cm, 4 x 4 inches
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Sticker, 6.5 x 6.5 cm, 2.5 x 2.5 inches
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Bank note security kit
A kit containing most of our printed materials, suitable for managers and trainers. Includes our leaflet, booklet, sticker, poster, deterrence signage, information on U.S. bank notes, a small magnifier, and an order form for requesting more materials.
Folder plus contents, 23 x 30 cm, 9 x 12 inches
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Shelf-talkers
Pads of coupon-sized sheets, 100 sheets per pad. Adhesive back. Helps you explain to clients why you check bank notes. Discourages counterfeiters if displayed in a location visible to the public.
Why we check your bills
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Multimedia Materials
Educational video
18-minute audiovisual presentation of security features in bank notes; quick tips on how to check bills during a cash transaction; what to do and say to clients if you think you have a counterfeit note. A good resource to show at an employee training session. (First VHS or DVD is free; $5 for each additional copy.)
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Employee training workbook
Designed to be used independently or in conjunction with the educational video. The workbook helps employees review the key security features in bank notes, provides quick tips for checking notes, and explains what to do with a suspected counterfeit bill. Quizzes at the end help review and test knowledge. Order paper copies (reasonable quantities at no charge), or email us to get an electronic version that you can adapt and integrate into your own training program.
20 pages, in colour, spiral-bound, 22 x 28 cm, 8.5 x 11 inches
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Computer-based training
A 35-minute, interactive video divided into modules, so you can choose the subjects you want to cover. Overview of security features in bank notes; what to do if you think you have a counterfeit note; quick tips for checking bank notes. (First CD is free; $5 for each additional copy.)
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Other Resources
Training seminars
Provided by Bank of Canada staff through our offices in Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montréal, and Halifax. These free presentations can be customized to suit your organization. Topics include the security features in bank notes; quick tips for checking notes; what to do with a suspected counterfeit. Duration: 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the content covered. For more information, please call 1 888 513-8212.
Trainer's Resource Kit on Bank Note Security
A tool kit that gives training personnel everything needed to deliver an in-house training program on verifying bank notes and dealing with suspected counterfeits bills. For more information, please call 1 888 513-8212.
RCMP counterfeit submission form This form may be used by businesses, banks, and police agencies. Businesses and banks can use the form when they have suspected counterfeit bills, but the person who passed them is no longer present. The form may also be used by police to submit suspected counterfeits to the RCMP lab for analysis. The information gathered by the form assists the RCMP in the forensic examination and classification of counterfeit bills
