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Canada Premium Bond (CPB)

Contents

Exploring the Canada Premium Bond (CPB): A Safe Haven Investment

Unveiling the Canada Premium Bond (CPB)

Discover the ins and outs of the Canada Premium Bond, a low-risk debt instrument issued by the Bank of Canada. Learn about its features, benefits, and why it's no longer available for purchase.

Understanding the History

Delve into the origins of the Canada Savings Bonds Program and the evolution of the Canada Premium Bonds. Explore the government's financing efforts post-World War II and the peak of retail debt in the late 1980s.

Redemption and Investment

Learn about the redemption process and investment opportunities associated with CPBs. Understand why they were once popular choices for savers and investors seeking security and stable returns.

The End of an Era

Explore the reasons behind the discontinuation of Canada Savings Bonds and Canada Premium Bonds. Discover how changes in the investment landscape and declining bond sales led to the program's demise.