Summarize ​ August 20, 2026 Author Jon Purther Director, Research, Payments Canada Jon’s career encompasses more than 25 years of senior management experience in forensic research and strategic marketing management, including domestic and international assignments. With Payments Canada, Jon is spearheading a team involved in both strategic foresight and product/market research. Key takeaways:  Canada’s Real-Time Rail (RTR), a new piece of critical national payment infrastructure, is scheduled to launch in Q4 2026, following a comprehensive testing period, which will enable system participants to offer new, efficient payment options to businesses.  60 per cent of Canadian businesses are ready to adopt … Continue reading Real time, real possibilities: 60 per cent of Canadian businesses ready to adopt real-time payments

 Summarize ​ August 17, 2026 Author Jon Purther Director, Research, Payments Canada Jon’s career encompasses more than 25 years of senior management experience in forensic research and strategic marketing management, including domestic and international assignments. With Payments Canada, Jon is spearheading a team involved in both strategic foresight and product/market research. Research shows appeal and readiness for real-time payments across demographics and payment scenarios. Key takeaways: Canada’s Real-Time Rail (RTR), a new piece of critical national payment infrastructure, is scheduled to launch in Q4 2026 after a comprehensive testing period, introducing faster and more efficient ways for Canadians to pay … Continue reading Financial flexibility: The power and potential of real-time payments for Canadian consumers