February 25, 2021 New strategy embeds diversity and inclusion into Bank of Canada’s work The Bank of Canada has long recognized that the inclusion of diverse identities and ideas fosters innovative thinking that results in better policy outcomes for Canadians. It’s also the right thing to do. With today’s publication of its Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, the Bank is reinforcing its commitments to reduce any barriers to employment and support employees, while embedding diversity and inclusion into every aspect of its work. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
February 11, 2021 Canadian universities propose designs for a central bank digital currency The Bank of Canada is researching potential system designs and business models for a digital currency that, like a banknote, would be widely accessible, secure and denominated in Canadian dollars. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements Topic(s): Digital currencies and fintech
November 4, 2020 Advertisement for the position of Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada Carolyn A. Wilkins has announced she will not seek a second term as Senior Deputy Governor. Learn more about this leadership opportunity. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
September 8, 2020 Bank of Canada announces the launch of the 2021 Fellowship Program awards The Bank of Canada is inviting Canadian universities to nominate exceptional academics for its 2021 Fellowship and Governor’s awards. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements Source(s): Fellowship Program
August 24, 2020 Sûreté du Québec and Canada Border Services Agency win Bank of Canada counterfeit prevention award The Bank of Canada is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2020 Law Enforcement Award of Excellence for Counterfeit Deterrence. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
July 3, 2020 Protecting yourself from scams Here’s how to recognize and report a scam. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
May 28, 2020 Update: Bank of Canada asks retailers to continue accepting cash Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario During this time of heightened public health measures intended to limit the transmission of COVID-19, some consumers and businesses are choosing not to use cash to limit potential exposure. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
May 11, 2020 The Bank of Canada launches application period for 2020 scholarship awards The application period is open until August 1. These awards are designed to assist students with disabilities, Indigenous students and those who identify as a member of a visible minority group in furthering their education. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
March 24, 2020 COVID-19: Actions to Support the Economy and Financial System Learn about the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Bank’s actions to support the Canadian economy and financial system. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
March 24, 2020 Statement of G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Consistent with the direction from G7 Leaders, we are taking action and enhancing coordination on our dynamic domestic and international policy efforts to respond to the global health, economic, and financial impacts associated with the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Content Type(s): Press, Announcements