Press

• March 12, 2003

  Meeting Global Challenges: The Importance of Sound Economic Policies

  Remarks David Dodge Canada-UK Chamber of Commerce London, United Kingdom

  We are facing a time of great economic and political uncertainty. While economic activity is close to potential in Canada, most other countries are facing very weak demand and lacklustre economic prospects. And, of course, there is the overriding prospect of a war in Iraq.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
• March 4, 2003

  Bank of Canada raises overnight rate target by 1/4 percentage point to 3 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 3 per cent.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• February 26, 2003

  Bank of Canada Announces First Research Fellowship Awards

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  The Bank of Canada today announced the first two fellowship awards for 2003 under its Fellowship Program launched late last year.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases Source(s): Fellowship Program
• February 20, 2003

  Call for Input: Improving Financial System Data in Canada

  Canada's financial system consists of financial institutions, financial markets, and clearing and settlement systems. It is a key part of the infrastructure of our economy.

  Content Type(s): Press, Market notices
• February 18, 2003

  Government of Canada Debt Programs - Follow up to Change in Debt Structure Announced in 2003 Budget

  As announced in the 2003 Budget, the Government will gradually reduce the fixed-rate portion of the debt from two-thirds to 60 per cent. The reduction will begin in the upcoming fiscal year and will be implemented in an orderly and transparent manner over the next five years to maintain a well-functioning Government of Canada securities market.

  Content Type(s): Press, Market notices
• January 29, 2003

  Monetary Policy Protects Canada from Persistent Inflation and Deflation, Governor Says

  Media Relations Toronto, Ontario

  In a speech to the Speakers Forum, Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said today that Canada's macroeconomic policy framework is protecting the economy from both persistently high inflation and the threat of deflation.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• January 29, 2003

  Monetary Policy: Meeting the Challenges of an Uncertain World

  Remarks David Dodge Speakers Forum Toronto, Ontario

  I'll discuss what's happening to prices in the economy and how Canada's macroeconomic policy framework protects it from the risks of persistent inflation or deflation. Finally, I will update our outlook for the Canadian economy.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
• January 23, 2003

  Bank of Canada releases Monetary Policy Report Update

  Media Relations

  The Bank of Canada today released its Update to the October Monetary Policy Report.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• January 23, 2003

  Release of Monetary Policy Report Update

  Opening statement David Dodge

  Core inflation has been higher than anticipated in recent months. This reflects not only a stronger-than-expected increase in premiums for auto and home insurance, but also some broadening of price pressures resulting from strong demand in the economy.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Opening statements
• January 21, 2003

  Bank of Canada keeps target for the overnight rate at 2 3/4 per cent

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 2 3/4 per cent.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases