News

• February 17, 2005

  Governor Dodge Discusses the Implications of Currency Movements for Monetary Policy

  Media Relations Vancouver, British Columbia

  Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said today, that in conducting monetary policy, the Bank analyzes movements in the Canadian dollar in the context of economic and financial data and events.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• February 17, 2005

  Monetary Policy and Exchange Rate Movements

  Remarks David Dodge Vancouver Board of Trade Vancouver, British Columbia

  Every year, the Canadian Press surveys news directors and editors to select the top business story of the year. In 2004, they picked the rise of the Canadian dollar. That was not a surprising choice.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
• January 27, 2005

  Bank of Canada releases Monetary Policy Report Update

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  The Bank of Canada today released its Update to the October Monetary Policy Report. The Update discusses current economic and financial trends in the context of Canada's inflation-control strategy.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• January 27, 2005

  Release of the Monetary Policy Report Update

  Opening statement David Dodge

  The outlook for the Canadian economy continues to be shaped by global developments, including the realignment of world currencies. The near-term outlook for the global economy is a touch weaker than projected in the October Report, but more solidly based because of somewhat lower oil prices and greater confidence in the momentum of the U.S. economy.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Opening statements
• January 25, 2005

  Bank of Canada keeps target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent. The operating band for the overnight rate is unchanged, and the Bank Rate remains at 2 3/4 per cent.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• January 20, 2005

  Bank of Canada to Upgrade $10 Bank Note

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  As part of its ongoing efforts to improve the security of Canadian bank notes, the Bank of Canada will issue a $10 note with upgraded security features beginning 18 May 2005.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• December 17, 2004

  Bank of Canada announces Deputy Governor appointment

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  The Board of Directors of the Bank of Canada today announced the appointment of Tiff Macklem as Deputy Governor of the Bank and a member of the Bank's Governing Council, effective 29 December. Mr. Macklem's appointment fills the vacancy created by the departure of Mark Carney.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• December 9, 2004

  Financial System Efficiency: A Canadian Imperative

  Remarks David Dodge Empire Club of Canada and the Canadian Club of Toronto Toronto, Ontario

  When I talk about the "financial system," I am referring to financial institutions and markets, the infrastructure, laws, and regulations that govern and support their operations, and the macroeconomic framework within which they operate. My message for you is that improving the efficiency of Canada's financial system is imperative.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
• December 9, 2004

  Governor Dodge Says Canada Must Improve Its Financial System Efficiency

  Media Relations Toronto, Ontario

  Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said today it is imperative that Canada work to enhance the efficiency of its financial system.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• December 7, 2004

  Bank of Canada keeps target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  he Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent. The operating band for the overnight rate is unchanged, and the Bank Rate remains at 2 3/4 per cent.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases