Carolyn Wilkins facts for kids

Carolyn A. Wilkins is an important leader at the Bank of Canada, which is like Canada's central bank. She held the role of Senior Deputy Governor for seven years, starting in 2014. In this job, she helped make big decisions about Canada's money and economy.

Early Life and Education

Carolyn A. Wilkins was born in a city called Peterborough, which is in Ontario, Canada. She studied at two different universities in Ontario.

University Studies

First, she went to Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario. There, she earned a special degree called an Honours BA in Economics. Economics is the study of how people and countries make, spend, and manage money and resources.

Later, she continued her studies at the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario. She earned a Master's degree (MA) in economics there. This means she learned even more about how economies work.

Career in Public Service

Carolyn Wilkins has worked for the Canadian government for many years. She joined the Bank of Canada in 2001.

Before the Bank of Canada

Before working at the Bank of Canada, she had other important jobs. She worked at the Department of Finance Canada. This department helps the government manage its money and taxes. She also worked at the Privy Council Office, which helps the Prime Minister and the Cabinet make decisions.

Recognitions

Carolyn Wilkins has been recognized for her important work and leadership.

Powerful Women in Canada

In both 2016 and 2018, she was named one of "Canada’s Most Powerful Women." This shows that she is a respected and influential person in Canada's financial world.