January 28, 2002 Challenges and Changes in an Eventful Year Remarks David Dodge Canadian Club of Winnipeg Winnipeg, Manitoba The main economic concern of the past year was the slowdown that occurred not just here in Canada, but in most major economies. Compounding the economic concerns were the 11 September terrorist attacks in the United States. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
January 5, 2002 Inflation Targeting in Canada: Experience and Lessons Remarks David Dodge Central Bank Governor's Panel on Inflation Targeting at a joint session of The American Economic Association and the North American Economics and Finance Association Atlanta, Georgia In the 1970s and 1980s we found - in common with many other countries - that high and variable rates of inflation created a lot of economic damage. And it took a long time and a lot of work with various monetary policy frameworks before we got back on track. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
October 24, 2001 The Canadian Economy: Current and Future Challenges Remarks David Dodge Greater Moncton Chamber of Commerce and the Conseil économique du Nouveau-Brunswick Moncton, New Brunswick All of us at the Bank of Canada share a deep sorrow at the loss of so many lives in the 11 September terrorist attacks in the United States. Among those who died were innocent citizens of many nationalities, including Canadians. To their families, friends, and colleagues we extend our heartfelt sympathy. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
September 21, 2001 Current Developments in the Canadian Economy Remarks David Dodge Right now, last week's tragic events in the United States are uppermost in people's minds. Like millions of people around the globe, Canadians are very concerned about the situation. We all share in the sheer horror of what has happened. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
June 26, 2001 Canada's Monetary Policy Approach: It Works for Canadians Remarks David Dodge Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Edmonton, Alberta The Bank of Canada's commitment is to contribute to the economic well-being of Canadians. This means conducting monetary policy so that it fosters sustained economic growth - by creating conditions that favour rising output, employment, and incomes, and a stable macroeconomic environment. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
April 20, 2001 The Bank of Canada's Contribution to the Economic Well-Being of Canadians Remarks David Dodge Vancouver Board of Trade Vancouver, British Columbia The Bank of Canada has a commitment to contribute to the economic well-being of Canadians. In other words, we must conduct monetary policy so that it fosters sustained economic growth. Fundamentally, this means creating conditions that favour rising employment and incomes, strong investment, and a more stable macroeconomic environment. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
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. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
February 20, 2001 The Bank of Canada and Monetary Policy: Future Directions Remarks David Dodge Toronto Board of Trade Toronto, Ontario There are three main issues I want to address publicly as I begin my term: the Bank's contribution to good economic performance; the Bank's contribution to promoting financial stability, both nationally and internationally; and the importance of open and frank dialogue with business, labour, and the general public. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
January 22, 2001 Canada's Economic Future: What Have We Learned from the 1990s? Remarks Gordon Thiessen Canadian Club of Toronto Toronto, Ontario In early 1994, Canada's economic situation was not that favourable - our economy was facing some rather serious problems. Today, too, we face some challenges. But our overall economic and financial situation is much stronger now than it was seven years ago. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
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