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 Resource Centre: Bank of Canada


Bank of Canada
Canada's central bank, overseeing the money supply and monetary policy.
Visit www.bank-banque-canada.ca or call 1-800-303-1282.

Canada's Money Supply — Backgrounder
How the money supply is measured and what affects it.
Bank of Canada

The Economy and You — Information booklet
A look at the major factors influencing and affecting our economy, and in turn, our financial lives.
Canadian Bankers Association

Frequently Asked Questions About the Bank of Canada
Helps clarify the Bank of Canada's role, activities and mandate.
Bank of Canada

How Monetary Policy Works
This graphical module takes a step-by-step approach to explaining how the Bank sets monetary policy in motion.
Bank of Canada

Inflation and Price Stability — Backgrounder
A look at inflation: what causes it, how it's measured and the costs to society.
Bank of Canada

Interest Rates — Backgrounder
Explains interest rates, the differences between nominal and real rates, and the Bank of Canada's role.
Bank of Canada

Monetary Policy
Provides a wealth of information to help you better understand monetary policy and the role of the Bank of Canada.
Bank of Canada
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