February 1, 2006 Global Economic Trends: Implications for Canada Remarks Paul Jenkins Saint John Board of Trade Saint John, New Brunswick World economic growth has been remarkably strong over the past three years, averaging close to 4 1/4 per cent, and it is expected to stay around 4 per cent this year and next. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
January 26, 2006 Bank of Canada releases Monetary Policy Report Update Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario The Bank of Canada today released its Update to the October Monetary Policy Report (MPR). The Update discusses current economic and financial trends in the context of Canada's inflation-control strategy. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
January 26, 2006 Release of the Monetary Policy Report Update Opening statement David Dodge The Canadian and world economies are evolving essentially in line with the Bank's expectations, and the outlook for growth and inflation in Canada is similar to that in the October MPR. Canada's economy continues to adjust to global developments and to the associated changes in relative prices. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Opening statements
January 24, 2006 Bank of Canada raises overnight rate target by 1/4 percentage point to 3 1/2 per cent Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario The Bank of Canada today announced that it is raising its target for the overnight rate by one-quarter of one percentage point to 3 1/2 per cent. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
January 12, 2006 Canada's Monetary Policy Framework: Dealing with Global Economic Change Remarks Sheryl Kennedy International Finance Club of Montréal Montréal, Quebec The constant economic change that we've been experiencing makes it critical for the central bank to stand on a firm foundation as it works to enhance the country's economic strength. The Bank of Canada's monetary policy framework is such a foundation. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
December 12, 2005 Our Approach to Monetary Policy: Inflation Targeting Remarks David Dodge Regina Chamber of Commerce Regina, Saskatchewan This year also marks the 70th anniversary of the creation of the Bank of Canada, and we too have taken the time to celebrate our contributions to Canada. At such times, while it is appropriate to look back and celebrate history and accomplishments, it is also a good opportunity to look forward and think about where we are headed. In this spirit, I'd like to talk to you today about one of our main responsibilities; that is, the conduct of monetary policy. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
December 12, 2005 Governor Dodge Reviews Canada's Inflation-Targeting Framework Media Relations Regina, Saskatchewan In a speech to the Regina Chamber of Commerce, Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said that Canada's economic record over the past 15 years demonstrates the value of focusing monetary policy on keeping inflation low, stable, and predictable. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
December 9, 2005 Addition of Two Primary Dealers for Government of Canada Securities Effective 13 December 2005, HSBC Securities (Canada) Inc./HSBC Bank Canada will become a primary dealer for Government of Canada marketable bonds and treasury bills, respectively, and Desjardins Securities will become a primary dealer for Government of Canada marketable bonds. Content Type(s): Press, Market notices
December 6, 2005 Bank of Canada raises overnight rate target by 1/4 percentage point to 3 1/4 per cent Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario The Bank of Canada today announced that it is raising its target for the overnight rate by one-quarter of one percentage point to 3 1/4 per cent. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
December 1, 2005 Implementation Date for the Revised Terms of Participation and the Standard Terms for Government of Canada Auctions The revised Terms of Participation and the Standard Terms for Government of Canada Auctions, prepared jointly by the Department of Finance and the Bank of Canada on behalf of the Government of Canada, will become effective on 13 December 2005. Content Type(s): Press, Market notices