VIDEO: The loonie’s lows and highs

The Canadian dollar has soared above par and wallowed below 62 cents

VIDEO: The loonie's lows and highs



It’s been a roller coaster of highs and lows for the loonie.

Here’s a look at where the Canadian dollar has peaked and troughed over the years, and the reasons why.

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