An international audience of 148 deposits insurers, central bankers and supervisors from 47 countries attended the conference, chaired by Charles Cornut, President du Directoire of the Fonds de Garantie des Depots (France).
Jean Pierre Sabourin, Chair of the Executive Council and President of the International Association of Deposit Insurers , delivered the Keynote Address. He reviewed the origins and mandate of the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation as well as the innovative techniques CDIC has implemented over the years. Mr. Sabourin then emphasized IADI's role in International cooperation and as a contributor to financial stability.