The Bank of Canada's Senior Loan Officer Survey is a quarterly report that gathers perspectives from major Canadian financial institutions regarding lending conditions. It focuses on changes in price and non-price terms for business lending and the overall demand for credit. This survey provides the central bank with critical insights into the transmission of monetary policy through the banking system and the availability of credit to the private sector.
The survey is conducted quarterly among senior loan officers of major Canadian financial institutions. It uses a diffusion index methodology where responses are weighted to reflect changes in lending standards and credit demand.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | -1.00 | — | — |
| May 22, 2026 | 1.00 | — | — |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 2.80 | — | — |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 0.70 | — | — |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 0.70 | — | — |
| May 16, 2025 | 1.50 | — | — |
| Feb 14, 2025 | -1.90 | — | — |
| Nov 15, 2024 | 1.70 | — | — |
| May 10, 2024 | 2.60 | — | — |
