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Complete CPABC’s CPA Public Practice Recruit 2024 student feedback survey + Enter draw for $75 gift card

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Post date November 5, 2024
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The CPABC Public Practice Recruit Student Survey 2024 is now open!

This is your opportunity to share your experiences from the CPA Recruit process in Spring and Fall 2024. Your valuable feedback will help improve employers’ recruitment practices, based on candidate experiences.

Complete the survey by November 14, 2024 at 11:59 PM for a chance to win! Students who complete the survey will be entered into a draw to win a $75 gift card.

Important: When submitting your email address, please use your post-secondary email to confirm that you are currently a student at your institution.

CPABC greatly appreciates your feedback and looks forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions, please contact Brendan Chan, Senior Student Recruitment Officer, at bchan@bccpa.ca.

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Careers General

UBC Tax Assistance Clinic (TACS) is hiring! Apply by November 9

Post author By zaltinto
Post date October 31, 2024
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Between midterms and Halloween plans, why not add a skill-building opportunity to your schedule?

The UBC TACS Clinic is hiring! This clinic offers free tax filing services for international students, newcomers, senior citizens, and more, and they’re looking for dedicated volunteers and supervisors to make it a success.

Roles Open:

Volunteers: Assist clients, file basic tax returns, and help create a welcoming experience! (15 hours minimum commitment)
Supervisors: Lead shifts, mentor volunteers, and oversee smooth operations. (20 hours minimum commitment)

Application Deadline: Apply by November 9, 11:59 PM PT.

Button Links Hiring Package Supervisor Application

Questions? Contact internal.ubc.tacs@gmail.com

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Careers Events

RSM Virtual Career Networking Event #GrowForwardatRSM

Post author By zaltinto
Post date October 31, 2024
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Invite from RSM

Hello Students!

This event will help you learn more about our #GrowForwardatRSM culture and tell you about careers in assurance, tax, and consulting here at RSM.

What to expect?

Engage in 1-on-1 chats with recent graduates and RSM professionals
Casual engagement environment – join when works best for you, no need to stay the entire time!
Learn more about our firm and what opportunities best fit your interests and passions

New paths to great careers – Canada-wide virtual networking event: Whatever your passions and interests, RSM can help you explore the right opportunities. Learn about potential careers, gain insights on what life is like at RSM, and discover how we empower our people to make a deeper impact while being their most authentic self. Registration Deadline is Monday, November 4 at 12:00 P.M. EST.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 6
Time: 6 – 9 p.m. ET

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Tags Career exploration, Networking, Recruitment, RSM

Academic General

Winter Term 1 final exam schedule now available

Post author By zaltinto
Post date October 24, 2024
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The Winter Term 1 final exam schedule is now available on UBC’s Exam Schedule page and you’ll also find your personal exam schedule updated on Workday Student.

Please see the instructions on how to view your personal exam schedule on Workday Student here: Viewing your exam schedule | Workday Tutorials.

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Events General

DAP Student Club event – Platinum Perspectives on Tuesday, October 29th, 3pm

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Post date October 22, 2024
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Invite from DAP Student Club

Sauder DAP students, join us at Platinum Perspectives!

Platinum Perspectives is an evening featuring panel discussions with amazing firm representatives from accounting firms in Vancouver. This will be an amazing opportunity to gain insights into the industry, ask your most burning questions, and grow your network.

This informative event will consist of two consecutive panels, followed by an open networking session. You will get the chance to ask questions from the panel, so take the time to think of good questions and come prepared!

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, October 29th, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Location: Birmingham Room, UBC Sauder Building
Light snacks and refreshments provided

Deadline to RSVP: 11:59 PM 28th October, 2024
RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gpX9UjWU

Platinum Perspectives is an exclusive event with only our Platinum Sponsors. Thank you to all our Platinum Sponsors for the tremendous support!

This is a free event, but there are limited spots! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect with industry professionals and peers.

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International Students

PGWP Workshops and Immigration Q&A Session: Travelling Outside Canada during the Holidays for International Students

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Post date October 10, 2024
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The UBC International Student Advising Office is hosting sessions to address your questions and provide clarification on important topics for international students.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Workshops

Get up-to-date information about the recently announced changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Program, eligibility criteria, application process, work eligibility during the transition to a PGWP, and important considerations when travelling after completing your studies. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session with Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIAs) from International Student Advising.

Students can register through the links below. The content of these sessions will be the same:

November 15 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT Click here to register

November 21 at 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM PT Click here to register

November 27 at 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM PT Click here to register

December 3 at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM PT Click here to register

Immigration Q&A Session: Travelling Outside Canada during the Holidays

Planning to travel during the winter break? Join us for an interactive Q&A session where an International Student Advisor will answer all your questions about travelling outside Canada as an international student. We will cover topics such as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)/eTA, re-entry requirements, essential travel documents, and how your travel may impact your study plans. This is your chance to get advice and ensure you’re fully prepared for a smooth return to Canada.

November 26 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT Click here to register

These sessions are hosted by UBC International Student Advising Office.

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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in October

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Post date September 26, 2024
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Upcoming events in October:

Date	Time	Event	Format	Description
Oct 10	12:00pm – 12:30pm	Practical Experience Requirements (PER) Q&A Session	Online	Are 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. Note: No formal overview of the CPA program will be given during this rapid-fire Q&A session. Please be sure to watch this pre-recorded overview of the CPA program before attending the session.
Oct 24	5:00pm – 6:00pm	The CPA Way as a Candidate	Online	Curious how a candidate navigates through the CPA program with working full time and studying part time? If yes, join the conversation and listen to a PEP candidate’s real-life experience with their working life balance tips, job search and much more. The conversation will include how they entered the program, where they are currently working, and their experience thus far in the CPA program. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions to the candidate. Featured candidate: Nidhi Arora, Accounting Technician from the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC).
Oct 29	5:30pm – 6:30pm	CPABC Q&A Webinar	Online	Join us for an online general Q & A session with CPABC Recruitment staff. In this interactive event, you will have the opportunity to ask questions about the admission requirements of the CPA program, how to apply, and any additional questions you may have about the program. This event is suitable for persons who have already attended a CPABC Information Session.

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General

Post-Arrival Workshop – Meet an ISA for International Students

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Post date September 20, 2024
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The International Student Development team at UBC is hosting a virtual Post-Arrival Workshop for international students. This session will address important topics related to your transition to Canada, such as immigration documents, work eligibility, health insurance, and travel outside Canada. An International Student Advisor (ISA) will be there to answer your questions.

Details: