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February 3, 2017
Bank of Canada Announces a Reduction to the Minimum Amount of Government of Canada Nominal Bonds it Acquires at Auction
The Bank of Canada announced today that it is decreasing its minimum purchase amount of nominal bonds at auctions to 14 per cent from the current 15 per cent level, effective immediately. -
A Dynamic Factor Model for Nowcasting Canadian GDP Growth
This paper estimates a dynamic factor model (DFM) for nowcasting Canadian gross domestic product. The model is estimated with a mix of soft and hard indicators, and it features a high share of international data. -
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January 31, 2017
Building the next generation of economic models is a priority for the Bank of Canada, Governor Poloz says
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. -
January 31, 2017
Models and the Art and Science of Making Monetary Policy
Governor Stephen S. Poloz discusses the evolution of economic models and the need for central bankers to apply judgment in using them. -
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. -
January 30, 2017
Opening Statement before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance
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. -