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Why Canadian banknotes allegedly smell like maple syrup

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It's the most aggressively stereotyped conspiracy theory in the financial world. Ever since Canada introduced durable polymer plastic bills, citizens have sworn the money emits a distinct aroma of maple syrup, especially when heated. The central bank vehemently denies scenting the currency, implying that Canadians might just be experiencing collective, sugar-induced olfactory hallucinations.

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