Bank of Canada to bring stablecoin rules in 2027 with US Clarity Act on the brink of stalling
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Canada expects to finalize its stablecoin regulatory framework by late 2027 while institutional pilots like Visa and Wealthsimple's USDC settlement continue to emerge.Summary
The Bank of Canada is moving toward a 2027 implementation of its stablecoin regulatory framework, with recent reports suggesting a mid-to-late 2027 timeline for detailed rules. This regulatory development coincides with active industry experimentation, notably a pilot program between Visa Canada and Wealthsimple using USDC for settlement obligations. While the government's upcoming rules will govern non-bank issuers—focusing on reserve requirements, governance, and redemption—the current gap between regulatory finalization and market innovation forces firms to navigate uncertainty as they prepare for formal registration and operational compliance.
(Source：CryptoSlate)