Scenario Analysis and the Economic and Financial Risks from Climate Change Staff discussion paper 2020-3 Erik Ens, Craig Johnston This paper adapts climate-economy models that have been applied in other contexts for use in climate-related scenario analysis. We consider illustrative scenarios for the global economy that could generate economic and financial risks. Our results suggest there are significant economic risks from climate change and the move to a low-carbon economy. Content Type(s): Staff research, Staff discussion papers Research Theme(s): Financial system, Financial stability and systemic risk, Models and tools, Economic models, Structural challenges, Climate change
July 18, 2000 Proposed revisions to the rules pertaining to auctions of Receiver General term deposits (discussion paper) Comments: On 18 July 2000, the government and Bank of Canada made public a discussion paper concerning the management of the federal government's cash balances. The paper outlined the current framework and proposed changes, intended to increase competition and to strengthen the management of risks, in particular the credit risks involved in the investment of […]
Measuring and Evaluating Strategic Communications at the Bank of Canada Staff discussion paper 2021-9 Annie Portelance The Bank of Canada’s Communications Department has developed a framework to quantify and qualify the Bank’s communications efforts and their results. Using data-based measurement and evaluation, the department can assess the impact of the Bank’s communications activities and gauge the department’s contribution to the Bank’s overall goals. Content Type(s): Staff research, Staff discussion papers JEL Code(s): D, D8, D83 Research Theme(s): Models and tools, Econometric, statistical and computational methods, Monetary policy, Monetary policy framework and transmission
September 19, 2024 Monetary policy decision-making: Behind the scenes Remarks Nicolas Vincent Sherbrooke Chamber of Commerce and Industry Sherbrooke, Quebec External Deputy Governor Nicolas Vincent gives a behind the scenes look at the rigorous research, analysis and debate that go into every monetary policy decision. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks Subject(s): Monetary policy, Economic models, Inflation targeting framework
Non-Bank Financial Intermediation in Canada: An Update Staff discussion paper 2019-2 Guillaume Bédard-Pagé Non-bank financing provides an important funding source for the economy and is a valuable alternative to traditional banking. It helps enhance the efficiency and resiliency of the financial system while giving customers more choices for their financial services. Unlike banking, it is not prudentially regulated. Content Type(s): Staff research, Staff discussion papers JEL Code(s): G, G0, G01, G2, G20, G23 Research Theme(s): Financial system, Financial institutions and intermediation, Financial stability and systemic risk, Money and payments, Digital assets and fintech
June 27, 2014 A Dual Vision for the Canadian Payments System Remarks Lawrence L. Schembri Canadian Payments Association Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Deputy Governor Lawrence Schembri calls for a collaborative approach to achieving a payments system that is innovative, safe, and efficient. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
March 11, 2010 Principles for Interesting Times Remarks Mark Carney Carleton University Ottawa, Ontario I would like to thank students from universities across Canada for joining me on this special day, the 75th anniversary of the Bank of Canada Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
Introducing the Bank of Canada’s Market Participants Survey Staff analytical note 2023-1 Annick Demers, Tamara Gomes, Stephane Gignac The Market Participants Survey (MPS) gathers financial market participants’ expectations for key macroeconomic and financial variables and for monetary policy. This staff analytical note describes the MPS’s objectives and main features, its process and design, and how Bank of Canada staff use the results. Content Type(s): Staff research, Staff analytical notes JEL Code(s): C, C8, C83, E, E4, E44, E5, E52, E58, G, G1, G12, G14 Research Theme(s): Financial markets and funds management, Market functioning, Monetary policy, Monetary policy framework and transmission, Monetary policy tools and implementation
April 14, 2005 Monetary Policy Report – April 2005 The global economy has been unfolding largely as expected, and prospects for continued robust growth are quite favourable, especially over the near term. Content Type(s): Publications, Monetary Policy Report
April 4, 2012 Aging Gracefully: Canada’s Inevitable Demographic Shift Remarks Jean Boivin Economic Club of Canada Toronto, Ontario Deputy Governor Jean Boivin discusses aging in Canada and its impact on our economy. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks