Public policy and government relations

We contribute to the public policy process through consultations with the federal government and our economic and policy research on current and emerging issues.

At CPA Canada we strive to positively influence public policy and contribute to economic and social development in ways that align with the Canadian ideal of good business, cultivating a healthy and thriving economy through:

sustainable growth
social development

We achieve this through several key activities.

Policy and advocacy

focus on economic policies that support inclusive growth
topics include:
- tax and fiscal policy
- climate change and sustainability
- human capital and immigration
- business growth and innovation
- international trade

Economic and policy research

deliver impartial analysis of current and emerging issues
focus on policy topics for inclusive and sustainable growth

Annual federal budget

provide policy priorities and recommendations to the government
present expert analysis and commentary at the release of the budget

Opinion and events

participate in key policy conferences and public affairs events
offer CPA Canada commentary and share expertise in the media

Highlights

Commodity tax symposium 2019

October 23, 2019

Stay up to date on critical indirect tax issues and network with other indirect tax professionals at Canada’s largest and longest-running indirect tax event.

Public sector conference 2019

October 28, 2019

If you’re a senior financial professional in the public sector or work for a not-for-profit that follows PSAB standards, this annual event in the nation’s capital is the place to be.

Mastering money conference 2019

November 7, 2019

Join CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy Program in Ottawa, our nation’s capital, as we look at the trends changing the economic landscape and how they will affect how Canadians manage their money.