March 15, 2020
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March 13, 2020
Today, Minister of Finance Bill Morneau, Governor of the Bank of Canada Stephen Poloz, and Superintendent of Financial Institutions Jeremy Rudin outlined a coordinated package of measures being taken by financial sector partners to support the functioning of markets and continued access to financing for Canadian businesses.
Canada outlines measures to support the economy and the financial sector
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March 13, 2020
Bank of Canada lowers overnight rate target to ¾ percent
The Bank of Canada today lowered its target for the overnight rate by 50 basis points to ¾ percent, effective Monday, March 16, 2020. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 percent and the deposit rate is ½ percent. This unscheduled rate decision is a proactive measure taken in light of the negative shocks to Canada’s economy arising from the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent sharp drop in oil prices.
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March 13, 2020
Press Conference Opening Statement – March 13, 2020
The Bank of Canada is contributing to the collective effort to support the Canadian economy and financial system, and to ensure credit channels remain open.
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March 9, 2020
Bank of Canada announces members of Advisory Council for next $5 bank note
The independent Advisory Council will develop a short list of iconic Canadians who could be featured on the next bank note.
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