Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation (CDCC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Montréal Exchange (MX), acts as the central clearing counterparty for exchange-traded derivative products in Canada and for a growing range of financial instruments trading in the over-the-counter (OTC) markets. CDCC's role is to ensure the integrity and stability of the markets that it supports.

CDCC occupies a unique space in the Canadian financial markets. Here are the main reasons behind CDCC's exclusive position:

• The only integrated central clearing counterparty in North America that clears and settles futures, options and options on futures.
• Thirty-five-year track record as the central clearing counterparty and guarantor of exchange-traded derivative products in Canada.
• AA rating from Standard & Poor's based on CDCC's prudent and standardized risk management policies and operational procedures.
• More than 30 clearing members, including major financial institutions and brokers in Canada.

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