December 12, 1997 Potential output growth: Some long-term projections Bank of Canada Review - Winter 1997-1998 John Kuszczak, Richard Dion This article examines factors that have affected the growth of potential output since the 1950s and presents three possible scenarios for its growth in the future. The authors conclude that there will be a marked slowing in the future growth of potential output as a result of slow population growth and a reduction in labour force participation as the population ages. Content Type(s): Publications, Bank of Canada Review articles
August 24, 2011 The Role of the G-20 in Sustaining the Recovery and Protecting Financial Stability Remarks Tiff Macklem Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) Mumbai, India In his speech, Senior Deputy Governor Tiff Macklem discusses the G-20 reform agenda to achieve durable financial stability and sustainable and balanced economic growth. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
December 31, 2017 Summary of Government of Canada - Outstanding as at 31 December 2017 Content Type(s): Publications, Historical: Securities and loans
How Canada’s counter-tariffs impacted consumer prices Sparks at Bank article Alberto Cavallo, Olena Kostyshyna, Oleksiy Kryvtsov, Matías Vieyra For six months in 2025, Canada imposed counter tariffs on a wide range of goods from the United States. This short and well defined episode offers a unique opportunity to examine how Canadian retailers adjust prices in response to tariffs—and how retailers’ expectations and transparency with consumers affect pricing decisions. Content Type(s): Staff research, Sparks at Bank article Research Theme(s): Monetary policy, Inflation dynamics and pressures, Structural challenges, International trade, finance and competitiveness
June 16, 2004 Governor Dodge Discusses How Canada Is Adjusting to Changes in the Global Economy Media Relations Hamilton, Ontario The Canadian economy is well placed to adjust to the major changes underway in the world economy, Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said today. While Canada has adopted the right policies to allow its economy to adjust to changing forces, it should continue its efforts to prepare for new opportunities and challenges, the Governor said. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
May 24, 2006 Bank of Canada raises overnight rate target by 1/4 percentage point to 4 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 4 1/4 per cent. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
January 30, 2009 Annual Report 2008 It has been a difficult year. The financial turmoil that began mid-2007 deteriorated into a full-blown global financial crisis through 2008. While the resilience and soundness of the Canadian financial system were in many respects exceptional, the scale of the financial crisis and the subsequent global recession had an increasing impact by year’s end on our financial system and our economy. Content Type(s): Publications, Annual Report
July 29, 2008 Bank of Canada announces the appointment of Mark E. Caplan as Senior Representative and Director of its Toronto Office (Financial Markets) Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario The Bank of Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark E. Caplan as Senior Representative and Director, Toronto Office (Financial Markets), effective September 2008. Mr. Caplan will replace Ross MacKinnon, who is retiring. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
September 7, 2012 Dutch Disease Remarks Mark Carney Spruce Meadows Round Table Calgary, Alberta Governor Mark Carney discusses the impact of high commodity prices for the Canadian economy. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
April 12, 2005 Bank of Canada keeps target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent. The operating band for the overnight rate is unchanged, and the Bank Rate remains at 2 3/4 per cent. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases