OTTAWA – The Board of Directors of the Bank of Canada today announced that Tiff Macklem has been appointed Senior Deputy Governor for a term of seven years beginning 1 July, 2010. His selection was made by the independent members of the Bank’s Board and was approved by the federal Cabinet. Read more Add Comment TD - Weekly Bottom Line 02/20/2010
United States - Swifter, Higher, Stronger Canada - A Battle of Prices U.S. - Upcoming Key Economic Releases Click here to read Watch CBC Marketplace - " In Denial " - This segment from CBC Marketplace on February 6, 2008 provides you with concise information about bank mortgage insurance and the reasons for consumers to purchase their insurance through a licensed broker. Click here to watch Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced three new rule changes connected to government-backed insured mortgages Commencing April 19, 2010. Increase in qualifying rate regardless of rate/term. Decrease in Equity take out from 95% to 90% LTV. Minimum down payment of 20 per cent for government-backed mortgage insurance on non-owner occupied properties purchased "for speculation." Government press release click here TD - The Weekly Bottom Line 02/05/2010
The Week In Review: Unites States - Jobs: Come out, Come out wherever you are. Canada - External Shocks continue to hit Canadian Financial Markets Canadian and U.S.: Upcoming Key Economic Releases Click Here To Read The Full Report The Coming Thaw 02/04/2010
Mark Carney speaks to members of the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce. "Canada has suffered less than most other advanced economies." Read entire speach |
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