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Cheque Security Features — Bank-Grade Protection Built In

Layered security you can verify in seconds: Hologram Gold Foil, Heat-Sensitive (Thermochromic) Ink, True Watermark Paper, Microprinting, Five Chemical Sensitivities, Invisible Fibres and Toner Adhesion. 100% CPA 2006 compliant (Printer ID #1010).

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Cheque security diagram showing hologram foil, heat-sensitive ink, microprinting, true watermark, invisible fibres, warning band and toner adhesion
Visible + covert layers deter duplication, alteration, and chemical tampering.

Who this protects

SMBs, accountants, property managers, and any team that issues cheques weekly.

  • Reduce fraud risk at the teller counter.
  • Cut replacements & admin headaches.
  • Keep auditors and banks happy.

Before → After

Before: anxiety at deposit, rejected cheques, delays.

After: fast acceptance, visible security, peace of mind.

Fraud attempts spike during year-end and tax season. Secure your next batch now—rush available.

Visible & Covert Security Layers

Overt markers for instant verification, plus covert elements designed to defeat copying, scanning, and chemical alteration.

★ Hologram Gold Foil — tilting reveals movement and depth; colour copiers can’t replicate.
☀ Heat-Sensitive (Thermochromic) Ink — fades with warmth and returns in seconds as an authenticity check.
W True Watermark Paper — visible from both sides when held to light; cannot be printed.
μ Microprinting — fine text along borders and signature lines blurs when copied.
🧪 Five Chemical Sensitivities — reacts to alteration agents and reveals tampering.
⋯ Invisible Fibres — embedded fibres (some only visible under specific light) for covert authentication.
T Toner Adhesion — fuses laser/MICR text to resist scraping or lifting.
! Security Warning Band & Padlock Icons — cues tellers to verify listed features.

All features are included by default on our premium cheque stock—no hidden fees.

How to Verify a Cheque in 10 Seconds

  • Hold to light → look for the true watermark.
  • Tilt the cheque → confirm the hologram gold foil animates.
  • Warm the icon → the heat-sensitive ink changes and returns.
  • Inspect borders → microprinting should look crisp, not fuzzy.

New CPA Cheque Standards

  • Numeric date guidance boxes & letters.
  • Date field area includes the word “DATE” and indicators for MMDDYYYY, DDMMYYYY, or YYYYMMDD.
  • Preprinted “$” sign at 10 pt minimum.
  • Convenience Amount Rectangle — Min: 0.8″ W × 0.3″ D; Max: 2.15″ W × 0.5″ D.
  • Financial institution information: 8 pt type minimum.
  • Mandatory MICR consecutive numbering.
  • 5/8″ clearance in the MICR band area.
  • Back print — new standard.

These standards improve scan accuracy and reduce teller rejections.

CPA cheque standards diagram highlighting date boxes, indicators, $ sign size, convenience amount rectangle, bank info, MICR numbering, MICR clearance and back print
CPA formatting ensures predictable deposit, scanning, and MICR reads.

Our No-Hassle Guarantee

  • Perfect MICR read or we reprint at our cost.
  • Bank rejection? We fix it fast—priority support.
  • Price protection: we beat any Canadian cheque quote.*

*Comparable specs. Talk to us at 1-866-760-2661.

Still deciding?

  • Bank acceptance: CPA 2006 compliant + Printer ID #1010.
  • Software fit: Works with Sage, QuickBooks, Xero & more.
  • Fast proofing: Approve online—rush available.
  • Talk to a human: 1-866-760-2661 (Mon–Fri 8–5 MT).

Included by Stock Type

Security features included by cheque type
FeatureManualLaserPersonal
True Watermark Paper✔✔✔
Hologram Gold Foil✔✔—
Heat-Sensitive Ink✔✔—
Microprinting✔✔✔
Five Chemical Sensitivities✔✔✔
Invisible Fibres✔✔✔
Toner Adhesion✔✔✔
Security Warning Band✔✔✔

Ready to order secure cheques?

Order online 24/7. Approve a proof. Next-day rush to most Canadian locations. Earn AIR MILES® on eligible orders. Questions? 1-866-760-2661 (Mon–Fri 8–5 MT)

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Security Features — FAQs

Are your cheques accepted by banks across Canada?
Yes. They’re CPA 2006 compliant and include layered security (overt + covert) to support teller verification and fraud deterrence.
What’s special about your heat-sensitive ink?
It’s thermochromic and changes when warmed, then returns to normal—an instant, human-verifiable check that’s hard to duplicate.
Do you include toner adhesion on laser cheques?
Yes—toner adhesion fuses printed data to the paper to resist scraping or tape-lifting on laser/MICR output.
Is there a printed list of features on the cheque?
Yes—a security warning band/padlock area lists core features and prompts verification steps.
Can I talk to a human before ordering?
Absolutely—call 1-866-760-2661 and our team will help you choose the right stock and format.
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