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April 18, 2018
A conversation with author and entrepreneur Julien Smith, keynote speaker at this year’s The ONE conference.
April 3, 2018
The successful unification of our profession is just the beginning. The future is bright for Canadian CPAs.
January 15, 2018
For over 50 years, Canada’s accountants have played a leading role on the world stage. It has helped to boost CPA Canada’s profile abroad — and drive home important global lessons.
Scroll through our visual timeline below for the key milestones, events, and people who have played a part in the rich history of the accounting profession in Canada.
December 19, 2017
Hollywood often doesn’t get the portrayal of accountants right. But, that doesn’t mean we don’t secretly enjoy these characters from TV and film.
December 8, 2017
Sustainability and corporate reporting; the pursuit of knowledge development, advancement, and sharing has existed from the early establishment of the accounting profession — and continues to grow as CPAs champion research and innovation.
October 20, 2017
From Bob Newhart to John Grisham to the inventor of bubble gum (really!), here are some famous folks who once toyed with (and in some cases, even pursued) a career as an accountant
July 17, 2017
As Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary, we take a look back at 10 accountants who changed the face of our profession.
June 29, 2017
Public service rewards CPAs with lofty ideals and a devotion to their country. Learn how the work of Environment Canada’s Sarah Tobun, benefitting regular Canadians, owes a debt to the origins of Canada’s accounting designations.
May 30, 2017
Like legendary accountant George Edwards before her, Lt.-Col Eleanor Haevens carries on the tradition of CPAs who have had a profound impact by serving with or alongside the Canadian military.
March 30, 2017
Canadian women have changed the face of accounting over the last 200 years because of their persistence. Learn more about these women and how their actions opened the door for women entering the profession.