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Just like you, the government sometimes needs a little financial help with large projects. Learn how the Bank of Canada handles funding for the government by selling bonds: short-term loans made by businesses and individuals to the government.

The Bank of Canada holds billions of dollars in foreign currencies on behalf of the government. The Bank buys and sells these currencies to decrease or increase holdings of Canadian dollars. Learn how these transactions help to soften sharp movements in the exchange rate of our dollar.

Where does the government keep its money? At the Bank of Canada. The Bank also ensures that the government has enough money to meet its daily needs and is able to provide the services you rely on. Learn about the Bank’s role as the government’s banker.

Video clip of Yves Baril speaking on how he prepares his tools and his approach on engraving.

Video clip of Yves Baril speaking on how he prepares his tools and his approach on engraving.

Video clip of Jorge Peral on how he prepares his tools and his approach on engraving.

Video clip of Jorge Peral on how he prepares his tools and his approach on engraving.