Montreal-based bank said it will stick with its current business plan, with an increased focus on efficiency
Growth is expected to stay tepid
The supply picture has improved somewhat in Ontario, but has worsened in other provinces like Quebec, Alberta, and British Columbia
Disposable income comfortably outpaced the growth in debt, demand for mortgages fell
Canada's main stock index moved lower Thursday on broad-based weakness
Ontario and British Columbia premiers also make direct appeals to the bank to not increase rates
Experts weigh in on the Bank of Canada's intentions
Canada's merchandise trade surplus with the United States rose to $7.4 billion
Report finds about 45% of students expect to graduate with up to $20,000 in debt, a jump from 30% in 2013
Prices are still expected to rise in Toronto, Calgary and Sudbury