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Upcoming CPABC Events in May 2026

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Last Call! CPAEF Award Applications close May 15

The CPA Education Foundation (CPAEF) is offering awards up to $3,000 for post-secondary students to support their journey towards becoming a CPA. Don’t miss your chance and submit your application by May 15.

Apply today!

Upcoming Events:
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May 712:00pm – 1:00pmOnline CPA Information SessionOnlineIn one hour, all aspects of the current CPA Professional Education Program and the redesigned CPA Professional Program launching in 2027 will be covered in detail, including admission requirements, prerequisites, examinations and program structure. The presentation will conclude with an open question and answer period with a CPABC staff member.
May 1212:00pm 12:30pmPractical Experience Requirements (PER) Q&A SessionOnlineAre you planning to pursue the CPA designation and wondering about Practical Experience Requirements? Attend our free question and answer session with CPABC staff who can answer your questions.
May 215:00pm – 6:00pmOnline CPA Information SessionOnlineIn one hour, all aspects of the current CPA Professional Education Program and the redesigned CPA Professional Program launching in 2027 will be covered in detail, including admission requirements, prerequisites, examinations and program structure. The presentation will conclude with an open question and answer period with a CPABC staff member.
May 275:30pm – 7:00pmCPABC Accounting Night in CanadaOnlineDo you have international education and want to continue your accounting career in Canada? Not sure if your credentials will count toward earning your CPA designation? CPABC Accounting Night in Canada is a free online information session designed for individuals with international education and work experience in accounting and finance. Learn about the admission requirements for the CPA program, the career benefits of becoming a CPA, British Columbia’s economic outlook, and the employment resources available to support your journey.
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Heads up: COOL is changing this summer!    

UBC Sauder is moving from COOL to a new career management system this summer.  

Have files you want to keep? 

Download your resumes and cover letters from COOL before June 30, 2026. Your files won’t be transferred to the new system.  

We’ll share more details soon to support your transition. 

Download your files from COOL 
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Apply Now: $2100 Scholarship for Continuing DAP Students – Deadline: May 31

We are now accepting applications for the following 2025 Winter Session awards:

General Eligibility Requirements:
  • Be enrolled in 2025 Winter Session courses
  • Be a diploma-seeking DAP student
  • Have completed a minimum of 9 credits by the end of Winter Term 2 (April 2026), including completion of BUSI 353 and BUSI 450 with a minimum grade of 75% in each
5008 CPABC Bill Johnson DAP Student Achievement Award
One award of $2,100 available
This award has been made available through an endowment established by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) and the Sauder School of Business to honour Bill Johnson, FCPA, FCGA, for his more than 35 years of service in support of accounting education and the accounting profession. The award is offered to a student enrolled in the Diploma in Accounting Program (DAP) who has achieved high academic standing in intermediate financial accounting courses,and has demonstrated both academic excellence throughout the Diploma and leadership through community service – each accomplishment is given equal weighting in selection.
Application period: April 1 to May 31, 2026
The application criteria and application instructions for both of these scholarships can be found on myUBCDAP under Finances & Scholarships . All qualified students are encouraged to apply!
Go to myUBCDAP Finances & Scholarships
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SEHUB: Grow a Plant – From March 9 to 19, 2026

Add a little green to your week! Drop by the SEHUB to plant your own mini-green companion and take a mindful break before the end-of-term rush. Whether you’re looking to reset, de-stress, or simply bring a little more green into your space, this is a low-pressure, drop-in event open to all UBC Sauder students.

Details:

  • Where: SEHUB (HA 338)
  • When: March 9 – March 19 | Monday – Thursday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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From Your Inbox: External Review of the UBC Sauder School of Business

This message was originally sent to DAP students by email on March 6, 2026. We’re sharing it here for easy reference.

Dear DAP Students,

The UBC Sauder School of Business will undergo an external academic review in November 2026 as part of UBC’s regular quality assurance process.

A team of external reviewers will visit UBC Sauder from November 2–4, 2026, and will meet with members of the community, including students. The review will examine the quality of our academic programs, teaching, research, and student experience, as well as the School’s leadership and overall direction. The goal is to ensure Sauder continues to provide a strong learning environment and to identify opportunities for future improvement.

Please see the attached memorandum from the Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic for additional details. Best regards,

Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic
The University of British Columbia
Distributed to students by the Office of Student Academic Services

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RSM Canada: Pathways Experience, Scholarships & Career Opportunities

Invite from RSM

RSM Canada invites DAP students to explore upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, and advance their careers in accounting, business, and technology.

RSM Pathways Experience (Virtual)

Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM PT
Eligibility:

  • Enrolled in an accredited degree or diploma program
  • Two or more years away from graduation
  • Pursuing accounting, business, IT, or related fields (e.g., information systems, computer science, analytics, supply chain)

Why attend?
Learn more about RSM, explore career pathways, and connect with professionals. The flexible format allows you to join sessions that fit your schedule.

Register here! Deadline to apply: Friday, February 27.   

Power Your Education Canada Scholarships

We have some exciting news for business and technology students! RSM is excited to continue our scholarship program and we are now accepting applications.

In total, the firm’s Foundation will provide $37,500(CAD) in scholarships to five well-deserving students for the 2026/2027 academic year.

Power Your Education Canada scholarships:

  • Five scholarships of $7,500 CAD each
  • Open to students one to three years from graduation
  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business or technology
  • Minimum GPA of 3.3
  • Must be a legal resident of Canada (excluding Quebec)

Applications, which include uploading a video demonstrating which of our 5 C’s comes most naturally to you and short statement, are due Saturday, Feb 28.

Current Career Opportunities

See RSM’s current opportunities here!

Submit your application as soon as possible. All opportunities are currently live and will be removed by 11:59pm on March 22. Opportunities may be updated within this time frame.

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This Week at SEHUB: SEHUB New Year Reset: Goal-Setting

Come celebrate the New Year at SEHUB! 

Start the term on a positive note by writing a letter to your future self, share your New Year’s resolutions, grab a snack, spin the wheel for prizes, and connect with others.

Where: SEHUB (HA 338)
When: January 19 – 22 | Monday–Thursday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Drop by to reflect, reset, and engage with other students as the term begins.

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2026 Summer Session: Schedule, Tuition Update & Course Registration

2026 Summer Schedule & Tuition Update

The 2026 Summer Session (2026S) schedule is now available. Students should note that tuition fees are $859.57 per 3-credit course starting this session.
View the 2026 Summer Session Schedule

Registering for Courses

Before registration begins on March 4, 2026, please review the instructions for course registration.

Important: If you are planning to apply for a Canadian student loan, make sure to review the “Deferred payment of tuition fees for Canadian student loan applicants” section on the registration page (under “How to register – by payment type”) for additional instructions.
Course Registration Instructions

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From Your Inbox: Add Drop Deadline for Term 2 Courses – January 16

This message was originally sent to DAP students by email on January 13, 2026. We’re sharing it here for easy reference.

Dear DAP Students, 

This is a reminder that Friday, January 16, 2026 (11:59 PM PT) is the last day to add Term 2 courses or drop Term 2 courses without a W standing (and receive a full refund of your fees paid). 

You can withdraw from Term 2 courses with a W standing from January 17 to March 6, 2026. A withdrawal notation will appear on your transcript. Tuition refunds depend on the withdrawal date – full details on withdrawal and partial refund deadlines can be found here: Registering for Courses – myUBCDAP.  To make changes to your Winter Term 2 schedule, please login to the myUBCDAP dashboard and click on the Registration tab (myUBCDAP Login). 

Please note that UBC student fees follow a different refund and re-assessment schedule – for full details, please see Refunds and Opting Out of Student Fees | UBC Academic Calendar.   

Please also be reminded that Term 2 final exams will be held from April 14-25, 2026. Do not make travel arrangements until your final exam dates have been confirmed. Travel arrangements are NOT a legitimate reason to be excused from a final exam; petitions for academic concession based on this reason will be denied. 

For any questions, contact the DAP team at askdap@sauder.ubc.ca. 

Office of Student Academic Services 
UBC Sauder School of Business       

 University of British Columbia | Vancouver Campus | Musqueam Traditional Territory       
165-2053 Main Mall | Vancouver, BC | Canada V6T 1Z2 | phone 604.822.8333        
askdap@sauder.ubc.ca| http://myubcdap.sauder.ubc.ca
@UBCSauderSchool | facebook.com/SauderSchooll  

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CaseLab – Case Study Workshop Opportunity on Saturday, February 7

CaseLab is a workshop and mock case competition to help students gain confidence and skills to use in a case competition or for case interviews. This event and case competition is intended for students who have either never competed in a case competition before, or have competed in a handful of case competitions.

Although the mock case competition portion is only open to BCom students at this time, any student is eligible to sign up for the workshops to develop their case knowledge.

Refreshments will be provided in the morning.

Workshop Schedule:

  • Check-In and Light Refreshments (9:00am – 9:30am)
  • Workshop #1 (9:30am – 10:45am) – Intro to Casing
  • Workshop #2A (10:55am – 12:10pm) – Strategy Ideation, Design, and Implementation
  • Workshop #2B (10:55am – 12:10pm) – Implementing ideas and communicating impact

Register here by Sunday, February 1 at 11:59PM.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Madeleine Kennedy at madeleine.kennedy@sauder.ubc.ca.

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