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Accountants are funnier than morticians, author says

Donald Roper is not your typical accountant, as his self-inspired satirical tale about a nerdy number-cruncher shows

Conerned looking young woman sitting in kitchen looking over finances

Canadians concerned about the future of their finances, study says

The CPA Canada 2018 Finance Study reveals we have mixed feelings about our funds. And more education is needed for better money management.

Canadians need to be educated on cannabis in the workplace, new study says

Research is limited on the impact marijuana use has on productivity and safety at work. Now, organizations need to revisit their employment policies.

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On the radar: Sustainable finance

Canada wants to shift capital to support climate change and sustainable development. As a signatory of the Paris Agreement on climate change, Canada is committed to a global pact toward more sustainability for the global economy.

The NFP board's role in risk

January 23, 2019

This webinar is designed to help directors better understand and oversee risk, including embedded vulnerabilities and compounding effects from multiple risks.

NFP forum 2019

February 6, 2019

Are you ready to break the mould? Come to Canada’s leading event for not-for-profit leaders and learn how to accelerate your organization’s impact.

CPA News

Evolution of public sector pension plans

December 3, 2018

Public sector pension plans have evolved substantially in the past decade. New features and arrangements have been introduced to address plan sustainability. Participate in the discussion on how these plans should be accounted for.

Call for consultants: Reporting by NFPOs

November 30, 2018

Are you experienced in not-for-profit reporting matters? CPA Canada is looking to partner with consultants to develop guidance for members and other stakeholders in the not-for-profit sector.

Accounting for non-traditional pension plans

November 29, 2018

Many public sector pension plans involve employers sharing risks with their employees and/or other employers. Learn how potential accounting guidance reflecting the risk assumed by employers could have a significant impact on their financial positions.