Investing in Canadian Government Securities and IHCC-issued Securities

Step-by-step guide to investing in Canadian Government Securities (CGS) bonds, T-bills, Cash Management Treasury Bills, IHCC Bills and IHCC Floating Rate Notes (FRN). Find information on Canada 's bond market, the auction process and how to buy SGS and IHCC-issued securities.

Understand Canada 's Bond Market

Get an overview of Canada 's economy, credit rating and bond market. View the market features, legislation and guidelines, and tax treatment.

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Compare the products available for individuals and institutions.

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Understanding Auctions and Syndications

View the issuance calendar for planned auctions, and find out how auctions and syndications work.

Auctions - issuance calendar, auctions announcements and results

How Auctions Are Conducted

How Syndications Are Conducted

What Are Reopened Bonds 

What Are Mini-Auctions 

Manage Your SGS Investments

Calculate your returns and receive coupon payments.

Calculating SGS Returns 

Receiving Coupon and Principal Payments for SGS Bonds and T-bills 

Accrued Interest and Dirty Prices

SGS Bond Calculator - compute the expected return based on your target price or yield