June 28, 2005
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June 28, 2005
The International Monetary Order and the Canadian Economy
As business people with ties to Canada and the United Kingdom, you are keenly interested in the economic prospects of both countries. When we look closely at our economies, it is striking how much they have in common in terms of policies and outlook.
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June 15, 2005
Governor Dodge Discusses How Canada Is Adjusting to Change
Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said today that Canadians are making the adjustments that will help our economy thrive in a changing global economic environment.
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June 15, 2005
Adjusting to Change
Change is the central theme of my remarks today. First, I will talk about some of the changes that have taken place at the Bank of Canada over its 70-year history. Then, I'll talk about some of the changes that are currently taking place in the global economy, as well as how we see our economy - across Canada and right here in Manitoba - adjusting to these changes.
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June 9, 2005
How the Canadian Economy Is Adjusting to Global Forces
Rapid growth in emerging-market economies is driving up demand for commodities, and that has pushed up world prices for oil and many non-energy commodities. Meanwhile, productivity improvements in some countries and a competitive world environment are lowering the prices for some consumer goods, communications services, and computer equipment.
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June 2, 2005
Monetary Policy and the Exchange Rate in Canada
Canada's experience is interesting and potentially insightful for two important reasons. First, Canada has more experience with a flexible exchange rate than almost any other country.
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May 30, 2005
Reflections on the International Economic and Monetary Order
Up to now, world capital markets have been managing these imbalances in a reasonably smooth way. In the short term, it is reasonable to expect that they will continue to do so. But over the medium term, imbalances of this magnitude are not sustainable.
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May 30, 2005
Governor Dodge Examines How Countries Can Help Resolve Global Imbalances
Mr. Dodge cited the promotion of flexible markets, the creation and maintenance of a sound financial system, and the pursuit of sound fiscal and monetary policies as priorities for policy-makers worldwide.
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May 27, 2005
70 Years of Central Banking in Canada
The Bank opened its doors on 11 March 1935, at the height of the Great Depression, and immediately faced enormous challenges. In meeting those challenges, the new Bank of Canada drew on the experience of other, established central banks. It received valuable guidance in functions such as the issuance of bank notes, managing foreign exchange reserves, and promoting financial stability.
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May 25, 2005
Bank of Canada keeps target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent
The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent.
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