Volunteer CFE Invigilators Needed
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
3y ago
Photo by: Blankstock/ iStock/Getty Images Dear member, As you may know, after a comprehensive planning process, the CPA profession recently announced its plan to deliver the September 2020 Common Final Examination (CFE) in-person, in a manner that recognizes physical distancing guidelines and seeks to address public health concerns associated with COVID-19. To ensure that there is enough support to administer the examination, the CPA Western School of Business is seeking volunteer invigilators. You still have time to volunteer for the position and give back to the profession while supporting ..read more
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Nominate a CPA for a Fellowship
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
3y ago
Photo by: Piotrekswat/ iStock/ Getty Images Know a CPA whose service to the profession, career achievements, and/or contributions in the community have brought honour to the profession? Nominate them for a Fellowship by Sept. 21, 2020. Watch: Why is it important to contribute to your community? 2019 Fellowship recipient Sukesh Kumar, FCPA, FCA, FCGA, discusses. CPAs are leaders, volunteers, community workers, and educators. Help CPABC celebrate those who have made a notable contribution to the profession, the business community, and to charitable endeavours – nominate a deserving peer for a ..read more
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Member Recognition Awards 2020
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
4y ago
Know A CPA Who Represents the Best of the Profession? CPAs are leaders, volunteers, community workers, and educators. Help CPABC celebrate those who have made a notable contribution to the profession, the business community, and to charitable endeavours – nominate a deserving peer for a Member Recognition Award by September 21, 2020. Watch: 2019 Early Achievement Award Recipient Doug Allan, CPA, CA, discusses some of the most significant moments in his CPA career. If you know a deserving member who has distinguished themselves early in their career, nominate them for an Early Achievement Awar ..read more
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CPABC Vancouver Technology Forum Continues Bursary Support
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
4y ago
Photo by: solitude72 / iStock/ Getty Images The CPABC Vancouver Technology Forum has made a generous pledge of $5,000 to the CPA Education Foundation of BC (CPAEF) towards bursaries to support CPA students and candidates. For over two decades, the Forum has generously donated its annual Professional Development surplus to the Foundation.  Thanks to the activities of the Forum and the generosity of its members, many dozens of CPA students and candidates have received bursaries which they have used to acquire new computers and hardware to support their educational pursuit. Louis Fourie CP ..read more
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Happy 5th Anniversary CPABC!
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
4y ago
Photo by: CPABC Vancouver Chapter Happy 5th Anniversary CPABC! A message from your Chapter Co-Vice-Chair, Rosanna Yusuf, CPA, CMA. Five years ago, I began my journey volunteering with the CPABC Vancouver Chapter on the Professional Development Committee. The team built a strong foundation that paved the way for the delivery of many successful professional development seminars. The content has consistently been up-to-date and valuable to our members. Having the opportunity to watch all of the chapter committees grow and plan events to engage members on a consistent basis makes me proud to be ..read more
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Special Message from the Chapter Chair: Christine Woodington
CPA British Columbia
by Vancouver Chapter
4y ago
Photo by: CPABC Vancouver Chapter Dear Members, These past few months since March have been an interesting time to be a CPA. We have navigated through deadline extensions, government programs, and helping businesses and close personal contacts navigate through it all.  We have come to understand the essential part we play not just in helping the public, but our employers as well. Some new hobbies have been keeping us busy during quarantine. My social media feed has been filled with push-up challenges, virtual workouts, cookies, donuts, plenty of sourdough, Tiktok, and ninjas s ..read more
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Virtual Online PD – Available Anytime, Anywhere
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
4y ago
In addition to social networking, community outreach, and student/candidate engagement, Chapters have played an important role in local professional development. Under present conditions, it is not possible to host in-person events.  However, there are many opportunities for members to attend Virtual Online PD.   CPABC, CPA Canada and other organizations have developed a wide variety of online courses – both free and for a fee. Visit the CPABC PD site to find a list of upcoming online live as well as on demand courses.  And, if you are interested in COVID-19 related traini ..read more
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A Year Ago…. the Chapter Hosted the Annual Canadians Game at The Nat Bailey Stadium
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
4y ago
What were we doing a year ago? In the summer of 2019, the CPABC Vancouver Chapter hosted a wine tasting event late May, a breakfast networking event at KPMG, co-hosted the regional Canadians Game event, volunteered at the UBC Farm in June and held a breakfast networking event in August. The third annual Night out at the Nat event was the chapter’s official kick-off to the summer season. This sold out event attracted 200 CPA members, students, candidates and guests to mix and mingle in a casual environment and to support the Vancouver Canadians take on the Spokane Indians. This popular network ..read more
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Giving back: volunteer at virtual tax clinics
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
4y ago
Are you looking for a way to give back to your community during this pandemic? Many seniors, new immigrants, and low-income Canadians need to complete income tax returns to qualify for the various tax credits and benefits offered by the government. CRA’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is now helping community organizations offer virtual tax clinics to complete those tax returns whilst maintain physical distancing.  You’ll find details on how to register as a volunteer on the CRA Free Tax Clinics webpage. Before volunteering at a free tax clinic, members who are not already licens ..read more
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Join CPABC’s Virtual Convocation Celebration on May 30
CPA British Columbia
by Tierra Pawluk
4y ago
CPABC will be hosting a live virtual convocation celebration to recognize its Class of 2020 on Saturday, May 30! While not a replacement for convocation, this is an important opportunity to celebrate our graduates’ hard work, dedication, and achievements during this time of social distancing. We invite you to meet online to watch this short live broadcast, which will include comments from special guests and the opportunity to connect and engage. You might even consider organizing an online viewing party! Details Event: CPABC Virtual Convocation Celebration Date: Saturday, May 30, 2020 T ..read more
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