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Stability, Efficiency and Innovation in Canada’s Financial Markets
CDCC
As the central clearing counterparty for exchange-traded derivatives, repo and OTC products in Canada, the Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation (CDCC) has a respected track record of supporting the Canadian derivatives market through rapid growth, volatility and financial uncertainty. For over 35 years, we have delivered market stability with our advanced risk management systems, strict regulatory oversight and comprehensive clearing services.
Market Stability
CDCC’s centralized clearing services protect against systemic risks, ensuring uninterrupted market operation, even in volatile conditions.
Risk Mitigation
Our sophisticated risk management systems align with global standards, independently managing counterparty risks through strict eligibility criteria and advanced risk modeling.
Operational Efficiency
CDCC's multilateral netting and central clearing party services enable financial institutions to optimize resource allocation and streamline operations.
Innovative Client Solutions
Our innovative and customizable clearing and risk management solutions empower financial institutions to enhance operational resilience and capitalize on market opportunities.
Why CDCC
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Commitment to Innovation and Regulatory Excellence
CDCC is a designated clearing house operating a Designated Clearing System (CDCS) under strict regulatory oversight, ensuring high standards of market integrity. Regulated by the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC), Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) and BC Securities Commission (BCSC) and designated by the Bank of Canada as a systemically important clearing system and Financial Market Infrastructure (FMI), CDCC upholds a resilient framework that prioritizes transparency, security and client-driven innovation.
Core Competencies:
- Risk Management: CDCC safeguards market stability through rigorous counterparty risk modeling and eligibility requirements.
- Regulatory Compliance: CDCC complies with international standards for FMIs, ensuring transparent, secure clearing processes.
- Operational Innovation: We continuously enhance our clearing technology and infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of Canada’s financial markets.
With transparency as a core value, we build trust in Canada’s financial ecosystem through centralized clearing and advanced, client-driven solutions.
CDCC is recognized as a third-country CCP by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), demonstrating adherence to global standards.
More than 30 members, including Canada’s leading financial institutions and global firms, rely on CDCC for secure, transparent, and efficient clearing.
CDCC clears transactions in all derivative products listed on the Montréal Exchange, offering the market confidence and stability in times of uncertainty.
CDCC provides clearing solutions that support a wide range of derivatives products, ensuring seamless and secure transactions across Canada’s financial markets.
Exchange-Traded Derivatives
Clearing for all interest rate products, index derivatives, fixed income futures and options listed on the Montréal Exchange.
Canadian Fixed Income and Repo Markets
Centralized clearing for cash and repurchase agreements that support stability in Canada’s fixed-income sector.
Customized Over-the-Counter (OTC) Products
Clearing for options on equities, ETFs, currencies and other OTC products, helping institutions achieve capital efficiency and operational resilience.
Innovation in Clearing and Risk Management
Technology and data-driven solutions to enhance clearing processes, optimize risk management and provide financial institutions with tailored solutions that meet evolving market needs.
Comprehensive Clearing Services for
Canada’s Derivatives and Fixed Income Markets
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