News

• February 22, 2007

  Adjusting to Economic Change

  Remarks Sheryl Kennedy Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

  The past five years have indeed been a period of great and relatively rapid economic change, both here in Saskatchewan and across the country. In my remarks today, I'd like to describe this change and discuss its significance to our economic well-being.

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• February 20, 2007

  Standing Senate Committee on National Finance

  Remarks Paul Jenkins Standing Senate Committee on National Finance Ottawa, Ontario

  The preamble of this bill addresses some very important issues: the need for Canadians to trust in the management of the public purse, and the importance of openness and accountability. I can assure you that the Bank of Canada takes these issues very seriously.

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• February 6, 2007

  Promoting Stability, Confidence and Well-being

  Remarks David Longworth Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Waterloo, Ontario

  The strengths of the twin cities - in research, advanced manufacturing, and information technology, among other sectors - are well known. Less well known, perhaps, is the region's success in responding effectively to changes in the world economy.

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• February 1, 2007

  Opening Statement before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance

  Remarks David Dodge House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance

  Our interest in income trusts relates to the efficient functioning and health of Canada's financial system. A safe and efficient financial system is essential to Canada's economic well-being. The Bank of Canada works with other government agencies, as well as market participants, to promote the safe and efficient functioning of the financial system.

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