CANADA, BANK OF


Meaning of CANADA, BANK OF in English

Canadian financial institution established under the Bank of Canada Act (1934). It was founded during the Great Depression to regulate credit and currency. The Bank commenced operations on March 11, 1935. It not only acts as the fiscal agent for the Canadian government but also has the sole right to issue paper money. The Canadian Ministry of Finance has ultimate direction of the bank, and all profits made go to the Receiver General of Canada.

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