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We are Canada’s central bank. We promote the country’s economic and financial well-being by keeping inflation low, stable, and predictable.

As the nation's central bank, we promote Canada's economic and financial well-being by keeping inflation low and stable, promoting a stable and efficient financial system, providing Canadians with bank notes, acting as the fiscal agent for the government, and supervising retail payments. Our goal is to ensure a strong and stable economy, benefiting all Canadians.

06/01/2026

Thousands of census employees across the country are helping collect data that are vital to improving the lives of Canadians. These are your family, friends or neighbours making a difference for your community.

If you haven't completed your questionnaire yet and we follow up with you, here’s how to recognize official census communications:

📩 Reminder letters will be sent by mail or delivered in person, which will contain a secure access code to complete the census questionnaire online.

🪪 In person follow-ups will be conducted by employees with an identification card.

📱 Text message reminders may also be sent from the text message short code number 236732.

📞 If a follow-up phone call to a household is needed, the census employees will identify themselves clearly.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/mmFu50Z4jXy.

06/01/2026

ICYMI: The rise of AI, demographic changes and the reconfiguration of global trade represent structural changes in Canada’s economy. We’re paying close attention to how these forces interact with the labour market and impact job prospects in Canada.

In his latest speech, Deputy Governor Nicolas Vincent discusses the forces shaping today’s labour market and how understanding these forces help inform our monetary policy decisions.

👉For more details: https://bit.ly/4o2a5MC

05/29/2026

ICYMI: Canada’s financial system remains resilient despite global challenges, but vulnerabilities have increased in some parts of the system.

Our annual Financial Stability Report examines the key risks and vulnerabilities facing the system and its ability to withstand shocks.

Get the full picture in our latest Report: https://bit.ly/49vyiVD

05/29/2026

🍁Canada’s financial system is strong and well positioned to weather shocks. A stable and resilient financial system benefits every Canadian.

Read our latest assessment of Canada’s financial system, including the key vulnerabilities and risks that could threaten its stability: https://bit.ly/3Ry8z8Q

05/28/2026

Canada’s financial system has remained strong, despite global uncertainty.

🎥 In this video, we break down the key takeaways from our latest Financial Stability Report.

👉Read the report: https://bit.ly/3PLjBHe

05/28/2026

Canada’s financial system remains strong despite global uncertainty.

Household and business finances have stayed resilient, and banks are well prepared to absorb shocks.

But vulnerabilities are building in some parts of the system as economic and geopolitical risks are on the rise. If a shock were to cause several vulnerabilities to crystallize at once, stress could spread through the financial system and the broader economy.

Get the full picture in our latest Financial Stability Report: https://bit.ly/3PLjBHe

05/27/2026

Looking for a fall job as a post-secondary student? 🍁🪙

Our fall student job opportunities are now open on our website. Join our team and develop your professional skills at the forefront of Canada’s economy!

🔗Apply now: https://bit.ly/4o17TVG

05/26/2026

The labour market is at the heart of our economy, and we pay close attention to how it functions.

There are three major trends happening in the labour market today:

1️⃣low turnover
2️⃣rising long-term unemployment
3️⃣challenges facing younger workers

In his speech before CIRANO, Deputy Governor Nicolas Vincent discusses whether these trends signal a fundamental transformation in the labour market and how this affects our monetary policy decision-making.

👉Read his full speech here: https://bit.ly/4nPwX1H

05/25/2026

Our Financial Stability Report (FSR) looks at how households, businesses, banks, and financial markets can respond to stress.

It includes analysis of:
• bank resilience
• lending conditions
• market functioning
• emerging risks outside traditional banking

And identifies vulnerabilities that could threaten Canada’s economic stability. 📃📈

The next report will be published on May 28. Learn more about our role in maintaining financial system stability: https://bit.ly/4vaolFj

05/25/2026

🗓️ On May 28, we release our Financial Stability Report.

We take a closer look at key financial vulnerabilities in Canada and how they’ve changed over the past year.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dKleNc


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