The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) welcomed the news that Saskatchewan and New Brunswick will be joining the governments of Canada, British Columbia and Ontario to establish a Cooperative Capital Markets Regulator. “This is a significant development and shows that the momentum towards the creation of a Cooperative Capital Markets Regulator is growing. It is important … Read more
New public opinion research released by the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) reveals that the large majority of Canadians have positive feelings about the banking sector in this country (81 per cent) and their individual banks (90 per cent). The results suggest that the strong positive ratings are linked to a sense of value for money … Read more
The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) welcomed the appointment of Jane Rooney as Canada’s new Financial Literacy Leader. The full release is available online. Call 416-362-6093 x 219.
The online banking applications of Canadian banks have not been affected by the Heartbleed bug. Canadians can continue to bank with confidence. Banks have sophisticated security systems in place to protect customers’ personal and financial information, including encryption and other measures. As part of a normal course of business, the banks actively monitor their networks and continuously … Read more
The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) commended on Finance Minister Jim Flaherty (Whitby-Oshawa, Ont.) on his tenure as finance minister of Canada. CBA president Terry Campbell issued a statement: “Finance Minister Flaherty played a very instrumental role in guiding Canada through the global financial crisis and beyond. As a result of his actions, Canada’s economy remained strong.” The … Read more
The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is now accepting nominations for the 2014 Canadian Banks’ Law Enforcement Award (CBLEA), which recognizes outstanding police work in fighting financial crime against Canada’s banks and their customers. This year’s awards will be presented at the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Conference in Victoria, British Columbia on Aug. 26, … Read more
To mark the start of Financial Literacy Month, the Canadian Bankers Association announced that it will be launching a national financial literacy program for seniors. Modelled on the CBA's highly successful Your Money Students program, this new seminar program will be offered in French and English, free of charge, to seniors' groups across the country. The … Read more
In a keynote breakfast speech to the Oakville, Ont., Chamber of Commerce, Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) president Terry Campbell emphasized how competition among banks in Canada leads to choice and innovation for bank customers in Oakville and across the country. "With the intense competition among Canada's banks, they are listening to their customers," said Campbell. … Read more
The Canadian Bankers Association and its 56 member banks join the federal government in celebrating the contributions that seniors make to communities across Canada on this third annual National Seniors Day. President of the Canadian Bankers Association Terry Campbell said "[b]anks in Canada celebrate seniors and their experience, dedication, knowledge and vitality." The full release is available online. … Read more
The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) applauded the move by the governments of Canada, British Columbia and Ontario to establish a Cooperative Capital Markets Regulator which will offer improved investor protection and greater efficiencies in capital markets in participating provinces. "We appreciate the federal government's perseverance and leadership on this important economic issue as Canada's current … Read more
