The Canadian Depository for Securities (CDS)
CDS is a valued partner to securities market participants, providing reliable, cost-effective depository, clearing, regulatory & information services.
For the vast majority of securities traded in Canada, CDS is there. In 1970, that meant providing clearing, depository and settlement services for approximately 6,000 exchange trades per day. Today, processing volumes exceed 1.6 million exchange trades daily. We have built our business on a foundation of reliability and assume responsibility for the custody of securities valued at over $4 trillion.
Our track record of reliability and performance has earned world-wide recognition. With continuous network availability, zero days of disruption and an exemplary operational reliability rating, we ensure our customers' access to one of the most reliable systems in the world.
CDS is dedicated to maintaining the trust of its customers.
CDS Key Initiatives
As business evolves, CDS responds to the changing needs and opportunities of its participants and the market.