Press Releases

Canada works due to its critical foundational advantages, says Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney

Stephen S. Poloz appointed Governor of the Bank of Canada

The Directors of the Bank of Canada appointed under Section 9 of the Bank of Canada Act today announced that they have appointed Stephen S. Poloz as Governor of the Bank of Canada for a seven-year term, effective 3 June 2013.

Financial Crisis Taught Important Lessons About Monetary Policy, says Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney

Bank of Canada Unveils New $5 and $10 Polymer Bank Notes

Canada’s new and more secure $5 and $10 polymer bank notes were unveiled today at the Bank of Canada’s Ottawa head office, and from aboard the International Space Station.

The Bank of Canada Releases Its Annual Report for 2012

The Bank of Canada’s Annual Report for 2012 was tabled in the House of Commons today.

Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate target at 1 per cent

The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 1/4 per cent and the deposit rate is 3/4 per cent.

Bank of Canada designates SwapClear under the Payment Clearing and Settlement Act

The Governor of the Bank of Canada has designated SwapClear as subject to ongoing regulatory oversight by the Bank under the Payment Clearing and Settlement Act (PCSA), effective 2 April 2013.

Bank of Canada Announces Recipients of 2013 Fellowship and Governor’s Awards

The Bank of Canada today announced the recipient of the Bank’s Fellowship Award and Governor's Award for 2013.

Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate target at 1 per cent

The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 1/4 per cent and the deposit rate is 3/4 per cent.

Rebuilding trust in banking is vital to improving the pace of global economic recovery, says Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney

Bank of Canada announces Deputy Governor Appointment

The Board of Directors of the Bank of Canada today announced the appointment of Lawrence L. Schembri as Deputy Governor effective 25 February 2013.

Statement by G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors

Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate target at 1 per cent

The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 1/4 per cent and the deposit rate is 3/4 per cent.