June 1, 2010 A history of the key interest rate Over the years, the Bank of Canada has adjusted the way it sets its key interest rate.
June 1, 2010 Policy interest rate The Bank carries out monetary policy by influencing short-term interest rates. It does this by adjusting the target for the overnight rate on eight fixed dates each year.
June 1, 2010 Inflation Since its introduction in 1991, inflation-control targeting has made monetary policy more understandable and has helped keep the rate of inflation within acceptable limits.
May 27, 2010 The Transmission Mechanism and the Effectiveness of Monetary Policy Actions Statement by Mark Carney, Governor of the Bank of Canada to the Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Trade and Commerce
May 26, 2010 Clearing and Settlement Systems Here are the agencies and initiatives that help ensure the integrity and stability of the financial system and allow market participants to comply with mandated clearing requirements.
May 26, 2010 Payment systems the Bank of Canada oversees Learn what a payment system is, how payments are processed and how the payment system is being modernized.
May 26, 2010 Lender of last resort The Bank of Canada, as Canada's central bank, is the ultimate source of liquid funds to the financial system. Learn about this role, known as “lender of last resort".
May 26, 2010 Regulatory oversight of designated clearing and settlement systems Learn about the Bank’s role in overseeing financial market infrastructure (FMIs), its oversight responsibilities and powers under Canada’s Payment Clearing and Settlement Act, and which FMIs are considered systemically important.
May 26, 2010 Financial system Canada's financial system consists of financial institutions, such as banks and credit unions; the financial markets; and payments systems.
May 26, 2010 Selected media activities Access links to media activities by the Governor, Senior Deputy Governor and Deputy Governors.