[News](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research?field_article_type=24) # Payments Canada seeks feedback on proposals to broaden access to Canada's retail batch payments system December 17, 2018 ***Published: December 17, 2018*** **The Vision for the Canadian Payments Ecosystem identified eight needs of a modern payments system, including the need for open and risk-based access to foster competition and innovation in the ecosystem.** Payments Canada is seeking feedback on the identified opportunities to broaden access to Canada’s retail batch payments system, the Automated Clearing and Settlement System (ACSS). Payments Canada seeks to support additional payment providers and the development of new payment options for Canadian businesses and consumers by permitting broader access to ACSS. It is essential that the introduction of new participants does not compromise the safety and soundness of Canada’s payment systems. Payments Canada welcomes feedback on proposals outlined in the following [Modernizing ACSS Access](https://www.payments.ca/sites/default/files/final_english_-_consultation_-_enhancing_acss_access.pdf) consultation paper. The deadline for consultation is **January 18, 2019.** Help inform Payments Canada’s payments Modernization efforts. Share comments and feedback by emailing [consultation@payments.ca](mailto:consultation@payments.ca?subject=Modernizing%20ACSS%20Access%20%7C%20Feedback). --- [Return to newsroom](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research) ## Keep reading [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News October 1, 2026 ### Payments Canada welcomes six new members as expanded membership... Twenty-two new members have joined since 2025 regulatory changes — a necessary step for those seeking access to critical national payment infrastructure, including the forthcoming Real-Time Rail... ](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-six-new-members-expanded-membership-eligibility-reaches-one-year-milestone)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-six-new-members-expanded-membership-eligibility-reaches-one-year-milestone) [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News September 25, 2026 ### Payments Canada names Stephan Orzechowski as Vice President... Payments Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephan Orzechowski as Vice President, Strategic Partnerships and Business Transformation. Stephan will lead strategic vendor partnerships... ](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-names-stephan-orzechowski-vice-president-strategic-partnerships-and-business)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-names-stephan-orzechowski-vice-president-strategic-partnerships-and-business) [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News July 27, 2026 ### ACSS rule changes enhance payment system processes Updates provide expanded definitions and process efficiency Payments Canada has implemented a series of administrative and operational amendments to the Automated Clearing Settlement System (ACSS)... ](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes)