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 Research Topic(s): Financial institutions, Financial services, Financial system regulation and policies, Firm dynamics, Productivity
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 Research Topic(s): Inflation and prices, Inflation targets, Monetary policy communications, Monetary policy framework, Price stability
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 Research Topic(s): Exchange rates, Financial markets, Financial stability, Financial system regulation and policies, Foreign reserves management, Inflation and prices, International financial markets, International topics, Monetary policy and uncertainty, Productivity, Recent economic and financial developments, Trade integration
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 Research Topic(s): Cryptocurrencies, Digital currencies and fintech, Financial system regulation and policies, Payment clearing and settlement systems, Retail payments supervision
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 Research Topic(s): Central bank research, Credibility, Economic models, Inflation targets, International topics, Monetary policy and uncertainty, Monetary policy framework, Price stability
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 Research Topic(s): Expectations, Inflation and prices, International topics, Labour markets, Monetary policy and uncertainty, Recent economic and financial developments, Regional economic developments, Trade integration
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 Research Topic(s): Business fluctuations and cycles, Credibility, Monetary policy and uncertainty, Recent economic and financial developments, Trade integration
March 20, 2025 Tariffs and trade uncertainty are hurting the Canadian economy Speech summary Tiff Macklem Calgary Economic Development Calgary, Alberta Governor Tiff Macklem discusses how uncertainty about the trade war with the United States has shaken businesses and consumer confidence. He also reiterates that the Bank of Canada must ensure that high prices from tariffs do not lead to ongoing inflation. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Research Topic(s): Inflation and prices, International topics, Monetary policy and uncertainty, Recent economic and financial developments, Regional economic developments, Trade integration
February 21, 2025 Trade conflict: What can the Bank of Canada do? Speech summary Tiff Macklem Mississauga Board of Trade-Oakville Chamber of Commerce Mississauga, Ontario Governor Tiff Macklem discusses how a trade conflict would affect the Canadian economy and monetary policy. He also outlines what the Bank of Canada is focusing on as it renews its monetary policy framework. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Research Topic(s): Economic models, Housing, Inflation targets, International topics, Monetary policy and uncertainty, Monetary policy framework, Potential output, Productivity, Recent economic and financial developments, Trade integration
January 16, 2025 Back to normal for the balance sheet Speech summary Toni Gravelle VersaFi (formerly Women in Capital Markets) Toronto, Ontario Deputy Governor Toni Gravelle provides an update on when quantitative tightening will end and explains how the Bank of Canada will manage its balance sheet going forward. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Speech summaries Research Topic(s): Financial institutions, Financial markets, Financial stability, Financial system regulation and policies, Market structure and pricing, Monetary policy implementation, Monetary policy transmission, Recent economic and financial developments