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ITEM: A CIBC cash machine started dispensing Canadian Tire money at a mall outside of Moncton, New Brunswick.

Here's how you can tell if this has happened to you.

		Real MonopolyCanadian money has a picture of a real Scotsman on it.
		Fake Canadian money has a picture of a fake Scotsman on it.

I hope this clarifies things.

While we're on the topic, you might think "That Scotsman they have there looks like he's direct from Central Casting. I hope it's based on the age-old stereotype about how the Scottish are cheap bastards." And here's how Canadian Tire Corporation puts your mind to rest.

In 1961, the next generation of Canadian Tire 'Money' was introduced. This marked the birth of a well-known Scotsman, Sandy McTire, a character that became synonymous with Canadian Tire's emphasis on savings and value.

Apparently, their original plan of using a picture of a hook-nosed Shylock was considered to be too politically incorrect. So thank God you're still allowed to make fun of the Scottish, that's what I say.

Posted by dave at December 1, 2004 12:46 PM | TrackBack