January 31, 2017 Building the next generation of economic models is a priority for the Bank of Canada, Governor Poloz says Media Relations Edmonton, Alberta Building the next generation of models that incorporate advances in economic knowledge and technology is a priority for the Bank of Canada, Governor Stephen S. Poloz said today. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
January 31, 2017 Models and the Art and Science of Making Monetary Policy Remarks Stephen S. Poloz University of Alberta School of Business Edmonton, Alberta Governor Stephen S. Poloz discusses the evolution of economic models and the need for central bankers to apply judgment in using them. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks Subject(s): Monetary policy, Economic models, Economy/Economic growth, Inflation targeting framework
January 31, 2017 Research Update - January 2017 This monthly newsletter features the latest research publications by Bank of Canada economists including external publications and working papers published on the Bank of Canada’s website. Content Type(s): Staff research, Research newsletters
January 30, 2017 Opening Statement before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance Opening statement Sylvain Leduc House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance Ottawa, Ontario Deputy Governor Sylvain Leduc discusses household debt and house prices, the risks they pose to financial stability and the role of the Bank of Canada. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Opening statements
January 27, 2017 Weekly Financial Statistics - 27 January 2017 Content Type(s): Publications, Historical: Weekly Financial Statistics
January 26, 2017 Bank of Canada Directors - Appointment Opportunities The Government of Canada is currently seeking applications from Canadians interested in the position of Director, Bank of Canada. For more information, please see the Governor in Council Appointments website. Content Type(s): Press, Announcements
January 26, 2017 Banking and Financial Statistics - January 2017 Content Type(s): Publications, Historical: Banking and Financial Statistics
Repo Market Functioning when the Interest Rate Is Low or Negative Staff discussion paper 2017-3 Jean-Sébastien Fontaine, James Hately, Adrian Walton This paper investigates how a low or negative overnight interest rate might affect the Canadian repo markets. The main conclusion is that the repo market for general collateral will continue to function effectively. Content Type(s): Staff research, Staff discussion papers JEL Code(s): D, D4, G, G1, G10, G12 Research Theme(s): Financial markets and funds management, Market functioning, Market structure
January 20, 2017 Weekly Financial Statistics - 20 January 2017 Content Type(s): Publications, Historical: Weekly Financial Statistics