CPABC partners with Greater Vancouver Board of Trade for their Company of Young Professional’s Leadership Café

Posted on July 9, 2019 by goCPAbc

On June 24, 2019, the Student Recruitment team held an event together with the GVBOT CYP’s Leadership Café with the theme of “Evolving workplaces and future generations”. This event was complimentary for members of the Company of Young Professionals Program. Approximately 72 people attended the event. The event was held at the KPMG Ignition Centre, Read more about CPABC partners with Greater Vancouver Board of Trade for their Company of Young Professional’s Leadership Café[…]

CPABC Monthly Round-up: July

Posted on July 2, 2019July 9, 2019 by goCPAbc

Join us for exciting events this July and attend a free info session to learn about the designation and how to get certified. Info sessions are available several times a month online, in-person at our office, and at locations around the lower mainland. Attendees will have their questions answered by knowledgeable CPA program representatives. Read more about CPABC Monthly Round-up: July[…]

Changing the game in tech: Profile on Lisa Payne

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by goCPAbc

As the CFO of mining technology company MineSense, Lisa Payne, CPA, CGA, is no stranger to advancing cutting-edge concepts. “Our company develops smart technologies for the mining industry – specifically metallic mines – that enable the mine operator to ‘see’ the quality of the ore with every shovelful of rock as it being extracted from Read more about Changing the game in tech: Profile on Lisa Payne[…]

Celebrating Indigenous Business Education: Graduating Ch’nook Scholars 2019

Posted on June 17, 2019June 17, 2019 by goCPAbc

By Jessica Chan, Senior Student Recruitment Officer, CPABC CPABC is a proud sponsor of the Ch’nook Scholars Program, supporting indigenous students with scholarship and community activities. On Friday Jun 14, 2019, the CPABC Student Recruitment Team attended the Ch’nook 2019 Graduation at UBC First Nations Longhouse, Point Grey Campus. Together they celebrated the graduation of Read more about Celebrating Indigenous Business Education: Graduating Ch’nook Scholars 2019[…]

CPA Campus Ambassador Insights: My Co-op Reflection

Posted on June 13, 2019 by goCPAbc

By Ian Tecson, CPABC Douglas College Campus Ambassador Have an open mind What is probably the most important lesson I learned throughout my co-op is having an open mind. Working in a new environment, with different people, on varying tasks, you’re bound to learn a thing or two. Being open to different opportunities no matter Read more about CPA Campus Ambassador Insights: My Co-op Reflection[…]

CPABC Monthly Round-up: June

Posted on June 3, 2019June 10, 2019 by goCPAbc

Join us for exciting events this June and participate in a variety of networking, panel and speaking engagements. Meet with CPA employers, members and staff at an upcoming event near you. Register now to reserve your spot. Event Name Date Time Location CPABC Network Series ‘BC’s Top Employers Celebration’ June 12, 2019 5:30pm – 7:30pm The Read more about CPABC Monthly Round-up: June[…]

CPABC CareerConnect Employer Showcase 2019

Posted on May 28, 2019 by goCPAbc

CPABC held its annual CareerConnect Employer Showcase on May 14 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. This year’s sold-out event connected more than 600 participants, including CPAs and future CPAs, with employer representatives from close to 50 organizations – representing every sector in which a CPA can work and apply their expertise (see below for the Read more about CPABC CareerConnect Employer Showcase 2019[…]

Focus on leadership: Profile on Joel Holloway

Posted on May 23, 2019 by goCPAbc

Offering shorter build times, reduced environmental impacts, and increased cost efficiency, Metric Modular produces innovative modular buildings, including homes, wilderness lodges, and student housing. The company is helping to address housing needs in the Lower Mainland and, through its forward-thinking practices, is reshaping the construction industry at the same time. We talked to the company’s CFO, Read more about Focus on leadership: Profile on Joel Holloway[…]

CPA Jobs Spotlight for May 17, 2019

Posted on May 17, 2019May 23, 2019 by goCPAbc

Becoming a CPA Candidate/Student and earning a professional accounting credential opens up many career opportunities in a wide range of sectors and industries. CPA Candidates/Students earn their stripes by accumulating experience gained from jobs that develop their core competencies as a CPA while adding breadth and depth in specialized areas of accountancy. Featured below are Read more about CPA Jobs Spotlight for May 17, 2019[…]

Training for the future: DATA ANALYTICS IN ACCOUNTING AT DOUGLAS COLLEGE

Posted on May 8, 2019May 13, 2019 by goCPAbc

“Data is the new oil.” Chances are you heard this quote some time ago. Today, however, to truly find value in the immense volumes of data being generated and captured, effective data analysis must be part of the equation. After all, it’s through analysis that data can provide useful information and support decision making and Read more about Training for the future: DATA ANALYTICS IN ACCOUNTING AT DOUGLAS COLLEGE[…]