Montréal, Quebec

• March 20, 2001

  The Bank of Canada and Financial Stability

  Remarks David Dodge Montreal Society of Financial Analysts Montréal, Quebec

  While monetary stability through low inflation is crucial to good economic performance, our economy cannot function properly unless it is also supported by an efficient and stable financial system. And as the world economy becomes increasingly interconnected, sound macroeconomic policies and sound financial systems across all countries are even more essential.

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• December 4, 2000

  Bank of Canada Governor concludes that a floating exchange rate regime continues to make sense for Canada

  Media Relations Montréal, Quebec

  In a speech to the Chambre de commerce du Montréal métropolitain, Bank of Canada Governor Gordon Thiessen reviewed the different sides of the argument with respect to a floating exchange rate regime, and concluded that a floating currency continues to make sense for Canada.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• December 4, 2000

  Why a Floating Exchange Rate Regime Makes Sense for Canada

  Remarks Gordon Thiessen Chambre de commerce du Montréal métropolitain Montréal, Quebec

  One of the issues that has often surfaced over the years is the exchange rate for the Canadian dollar. Indeed, over the past couple of years, it has been a topic of considerable public discussion.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
• May 27, 1998

  Globalized Financial Markets and Monetary Policy

  Remarks Gordon Thiessen La Conférence de Montréal Montréal, Quebec

  Globalization - that is, the growing integration and interdependence of national economies - is changing dramatically the economic landscape. Countries are trading more goods and services, an increasing number of firms now operate across national borders, and savers and borrowers have greater access than ever before to global financial markets.

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