ACSS rule changes enhance payment system processes
These changes took effect on July 27, 2026.
Payments Canada has implemented a series of administrative and operational amendments to the Automated Clearing Settlement System (ACSS) rules. These updates provide expanded definitions and process efficiency.
Payments Canada’s rules, standards and procedure documents are updated regularly and versions posted online are in force. You can contact Payments Canada for confirmation by e-mail at info@payments.ca.
| Item | Title | Updated | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rule A10 |
Image Rule
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B1 |
Intermember Exchange and Clearing at Regional Exchange Points
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B2 |
Manual Preparation of Clearing Logs
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B3 |
Regional Exchange Points - Composition and Representation
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B4 |
Formation, Membership and Management of Regional Clearing Associations
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B5 |
Intermember Cheque Exchanges
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B9 |
Manual Balancing and Settlement
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B10 |
Tracing, Clearing Errors and Use of Photocopies
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule B13 |
Procedures for Joint Air/Ground Courier Arrangements
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule C1 |
Cross-border Arrangements
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule D1 |
Direct Clearer / Group Clearer Requirements
|
Retail batch payment system | |
| Rule D2 |
Clearing Agent Requirements
|
Retail batch payment system |