February 5, 2026 Understanding structural change Speech summary Tiff Macklem Empire Club of Canada Toronto, Ontario Governor Tiff Macklem talks about structural change in the economy and explains what it means for the Bank of Canada’s monetary policy. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Monetary policy, Economy/Economic growth, Inflation
December 16, 2025 Money you can count on Speech summary Tiff Macklem The Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal Montréal, Quebec Governor Tiff Macklem discusses the Bank of Canada’s role in ensuring Canadians can trust their money in all its forms. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Currency, Bank notes, Digital currency, Monetary policy, Inflation targeting framework
November 19, 2025 Canada’s weak productivity: reversing course Speech summary Nicolas Vincent Association des économistes québécois (ASDEQ) and CFA Québec Québec, Québec External Deputy Governor Nicolas Vincent discusses Canada’s longstanding weak productivity, what can be done to reverse the trend, and how we would all benefit if we do. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Monetary policy, Economy/Economic growth, Inflation
October 9, 2025 Prosperity through productivity Speech summary Carolyn Rogers Canadian Club Toronto Toronto, Ontario Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn Rogers discusses how productivity growth can boost Canada’s prosperity and resilience, especially in a shock-prone world. Focusing on Canada’s banking sector, she explains how competition can improve productivity. But, she warns, it comes with trade-offs that must be managed carefully. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Financial system, Financial stability, Fintech, Monetary policy, Economy/Economic growth
October 2, 2025 Breaking down inflation Speech summary Rhys R. Mendes Ivey Business School London, Ontario Deputy Governor Rhys Mendes discusses the importance of understanding which parts of inflation are lasting and which are temporary. He also talks about the Bank of Canada’s upcoming renewal of its monetary policy framework. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Monetary policy, Economy/Economic growth, Inflation, Inflation targeting framework
September 23, 2025 Time to roll up our sleeves Speech summary Tiff Macklem Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership and the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Governor Tiff Macklem outlines four megatrends that are transforming the global economic and financial landscape. He also talks about the structural reform needed to ensure Canada’s long-term prosperity. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Financial system, Financial stability, Monetary policy, Economic models, Economy/Economic growth, Inflation targeting framework
September 18, 2025 Cashing in on payments innovation Speech summary Ron Morrow CPA The One conference Ottawa, Ontario Executive Director of Payments, Supervision and Oversight Ron Morrow discusses advancements in how Canadians pay for things, and why Canada needs to do more to get ahead. He also explains the Bank of Canada’s new role as the regulator for payment service providers. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Currency, Digital currency, Financial system, Financial markets, Financial stability, Fintech
August 26, 2025 Inflation targeting: A framework for today and tomorrow Speech summary Tiff Macklem Bank of Mexico 100ᵗʰ Anniversary Seminar Mexico City, Mexico Governor Tiff Macklem discusses how inflation targeting became a leading strategy among central banks for maintaining price stability. He also talks about structural change ahead, shifts in global trade and ensuring monetary policy is fit for the future. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Monetary policy, Economy/Economic growth, Inflation, Inflation targeting framework
June 18, 2025 Trade, jobs and inflation Speech summary Tiff Macklem St. John’s Board of Trade St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Governor Tiff Macklem discusses the trade conflict with the United States and how it is has affected the Canadian economy. He explains that restoring open trade is important for jobs, growth and price stability in Canada. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Financial system, Financial stability, Monetary policy, Economy/Economic growth, Inflation
June 5, 2025 Reaching out for a clearer view of the economy Speech summary Sharon Kozicki C.D. Howe Institute Toronto, Ontario Speaking a day after we decided to keep the policy interest rate at 2.75%, Deputy Governor Sharon Kozicki discusses how we make better decisions by looking at a variety of data and talking with Canadians. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Subject(s): Financial system, Financial stability, Monetary policy, Economy/Economic growth