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Now Accepting Applications for the CPABC Bill Johnson DAP Student Achievement Award (1 x $2100) – Applications Due May 23, 2025

Applications are now being accepted for this year’s CPABC Bill Johnson DAP Student Achievement Award and are due May 23, 2025.  Please see below and Finances & Scholarships page for more information and application instructions.

A $2,100 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. The award is made on the recommendation of the Sauder School of Business in consultation with the Diploma in Accounting Program.

To be eligible for consideration of this award, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be enrolled in 2024 Winter Session courses
  • Have completed a minimum of 9 credits by the end of Winter Term 2 (April 2025), including completion of BUSI 353 and BUSI 450 with a minimum grade of 75% in each

To apply, please submit the following documents by May 23rd:

The completed application package may be sent by e-mail to dap@sauder.ubc.ca.

The application form, resume and reference letters may all be submitted directly by the applicant together in one email.

All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply!

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Academic Careers General

Upcoming CPABC Events in April 2025

Featured Event: CPABC Career Week

Virtual: April 1 & 2 | Vancouver: April 3

Ready to make meaningful connections with employers and find your next career opportunity? Join us now for Career Week! Dive into sessions on the CPA program, explore various accounting roles, participate in hands-on workshops, and attend our vibrant career expo. Don’t miss this chance to boost your career! Register now!

CPAEF: $3,000 award opportunity

You could be eligible for an award of up to $3,000 to support your accounting education! Don’t miss out—apply by May 15 for financial assistance from the CPA Education Foundation (CPAEF).

April Events
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Apr 105:00pm – 6:00pmCPA Information SessionOnlineIn one hour, all aspects of the CPA program 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.  
Apr 145:00pm – 6:00pmThe CPA Way as a CandidateOnlineAre you planning to pursue the CPA designation and curious about the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)? If yes, join the conversation and listen to a recent candidate’s real-life experience. The conversation will include how they entered the program, where they are currently working, and their journey in the CPA program. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions about becoming a CPA. Featured PEP candidate: Cameron Mann from KPMG.  
Apr 2212:00pm – 1:00pmCPA Information SessionOnlineIn one hour, all aspects of the CPA program 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.  
Apr 295:00pm – 6:00pmCPABC Q&A WebinarOnlineJoin 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 CPA Information Session.
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Academic Careers Events

Upcoming DAP Student Club event – CPA Career Fair on April 7th

Expand Your Network at the Ultimate Accounting Recruitment Event!

Students from universities across the Greater Vancouver Area are invited to this exclusive opportunity to connect with top accounting firms and make a lasting impression on recruiters.

  • Date: April 7, 2025
  • Time: 2:00 PM – 6 PM
  • Location: Pan Pacific Hotel (Oceanview Hall)

Meet Recruiters from Leading Accounting Firms:

EY • PwC • Deloitte • KPMG • Doanne Grant Thornton • MNP • BDO • Baker Tilly • Invictus • Lohn Caulder • Smythe • Treewalk • Ribyre Chang Haylock • RSM • Clearline • Crowe MacKay • Manning Elliott • Walsh King • D&H • Rolfe Benson • DMCL • GBCO • Davidson & Company • CPABC

Don’t miss out and secure your spot before spaces fill up!

Take the next step in your accounting career—register now!

REGISTER NOW
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Deloitte’s Bloom Scholarship Program is NOW live!

Invite from KPMG

Deloitte’s Bloom Scholarship Program is NOW live, with the launch of the Indigenous Student Scholarship, Black Student Scholarship and Scholarship for Students with Disabilities and Neurodiverse. The program will provide undergraduate students with a one-time $5,000 scholarship and an opportunity to complete a paid work term at one of our Canadian offices. The Bloom Student Scholarships are being offered to candidates across the country, who meet the following criteria:

  • You are eligible to work in Canada 
  • You self-identify as Black; or
  • You self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis); or 
  • You self-identify as a person with a disability, as defined by the Government of Canada (any impairment, including physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication, or sensory impairment—or a functional limitation—whether permanent, temporary, or episodic in nature, or evident or not, that, in interaction with a barrier, hinders a person’s full and equal participation in society). Neurodiversity recognizes the many individuals with neurological conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and dyslexia (Government of Canada).
  • You are enrolled in a post-secondary education in Canada (full-time or part-time) 
  • You are currently completing a diploma, undergraduate, or graduate program and graduating in 2026 and beyond 
  • You are interested in completing a work term at Deloitte in Fall 2025, Winter 2026 or Summer 2026.

We note students do not need to be part of a formal co-operative education program or work-study program.

Applications will close onApril 13, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

  • Find our Bloom scholarship opportunities here.

*Virtual Info Session*

We will also be hosting a virtual info session on April 9, 2025, for students to attend to discuss the Bloom scholarship program, learn about our recruitment process, our scholarship opportunities and hear from past scholarship recipients!

The sign-up link for the info session is here.

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Kindly direct any questions to studentscholarship@deloitte.ca.

Best regards,

Deloitte Canada’s Bloom Scholarship Program Team.

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Academic

Winter Term 2 final exam schedule with locations now available

The Winter Term 2 final exam schedule has now been updated to include the classroom locations and you can find the updated schedule on UBC’s Exams page. 

Your final exam schedule on  Workday Student should now also be updated with these details. 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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Academic International Students

PGWP Workshops and Immigration Q&A Session: Travelling Outside Canada

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 traveling after completing your studies. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session with International Student Advisors from International Student Advising.

PGWP Session 1

Wednesday, March 19th, 12:00 – 13:00
Registration Link: https://ubc.zoom.us/meeting/register/AdWtXLPcRMm-PPRZFNVkqQ

PGWP Session 2

Monday, Apr 14th, 12:00 – 13:00
Registration Link: https://ubc.zoom.us/meeting/register/gM76rx8ZRB-tRi7JmA4zOQ

PGWP Session 3

Tuesday, Apr 29th, 14:00 – 15:00
Registration Link: https://ubc.zoom.us/meeting/register/xu_hhJTaSPy3KURuUttZVw

PGWP Session 4

Thursday, May 8th, 12:00 – 13:00
Registration Link: https://ubc.zoom.us/meeting/register/H69X7z_jSGa5Rrup3MEIwg

PGWP Session 5

Wednesday, May 14th, 13:00 – 14:00
Registration Link: https://ubc.zoom.us/meeting/register/ktLAvuTtRD-nmF3RnXCbdg

Immigration Q&A Session: Travelling Outside Canada

Planning to travel during the summer term? 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.

Q&A Session: Travelling Outside Canada

Wednesday, Apr 16th, 12:00 – 13:00
Registration Link: https://ubc.zoom.us/j/61965096452?pwd=dgqYr4bOwc5s6Y5BQfrwdsTcf0haYz.1.

Please note that these sessions are hosted by International Student Advising Office.

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Academic Events

You’re Invited to KPMG’s Talent Tre(K)

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You’re Invited to KPMG Talent Tre(K)!

Are you a student planning to apply for a role in our Spring Recruitment cycle and want to learn more about the diverse career paths within KPMG? Join us at KPMG’s Talent Tre(K) to embark on a journey that could lead to your dream career!

At this unique networking event, we will have the following booths to help you learn more about KPMG during your recruiting process:

  • Audit– Learn about KPMG’s leading audit practice and our different industry groups.
  • Tax – Learn about the tax services KPMG offers and how our tax practice helps clients navigate through today’s ever-changing business landscape.
  • Deal Advisory – Hear how KPMG’s deal advisory team of specialists combine a global mindset and local experience with deep sector knowledge and analytic tools to help companies navigate the complex process of mergers and acquisitions.
  • Management Consulting – Hear how KPMG’s management consulting team works with clients to develop and implement solutions in various areas of business transformation.
  • Risk Services – Learn more about how KPMG’s risk services practice transforms risk into enduring competitive advantages while navigating complex business issues.
  • Come as You Are (People Networks & ID&E) – KPMG has over 30 active People Networks. Come as you are and learn about KPMG’s culture and how we celebrate diversity.
  • Learn for a Lifetime (CPA Education) – Hear from KPMG’s CFE committee on how KPMG supports you along your CPA journey as you learn for a lifetime.
  • Make your Mark (Internship to Full-time) – Hear from former interns on how they landed a full-time offer with us and their experiences so far. 
  • Do Work That Matters – Learn about our impact team, sustainability committee and ESG practice group.
  • Thrive With Us (Global Opportunities and Advantages) – Hear from current KPMG employees on our global, secondment and roaming opportunities.

Date: Monday, March 31st, 2025

Time Slots Available:

  • 12:00PM – 2:00PM PST
  • 2:30PM – 4:30PM PST
  • 5:00PM – 7:00PM PST

Location: In-person at the KPMG Vancouver Office

The deadline to sign up is Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 5:00PM PST. Capacity is limited and preference will be given to students who will be applying in the current spring recruiting season.

REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.office.com/e/JjmxkfzuVR

Please share this with your students and student networks. If you have any questions, please reach out to gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca.

Thank you,

GVA Campus Recruiting Team

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Academic General

2025 Summer Session (May to August 2025) update – Information on the schedule, registration date and tuition increase 

The 2025 Summer Session (2025S) schedule is now available.

2025 Summer Session Schedules

Please be advised that there will be a tuition increase to $843.72 per course starting the 2025 Summer Session.

Before registration begins on March 12th, 9:30am PT, please be sure to also review the instructions for course registration.

Registering for Courses

Important:  if you are planning to apply for a Canadian student loan, please ensure you review the “Deferred payment of tuition fees for Canadian student loan applicants” section on this page (under “How to register – by payment type”) for additional instructions.

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Academic General

Academic Progress Report (APR) in Workday Student: Updates in Progress

Dear Students,

The Academic Progress Report (APR) outlines the requirements for your program of study. This tool is now live on your Workday Student account and contains the degree requirements for your Diploma in Accounting program.

Please note that we are currently working on updating the APR requirements in Workday Student. Until further notice from the DAP Office, we recommend avoiding reliance on the APR. Instead, please refer to our Graduation Checklist to help track your degree progress.

Rest assured, we are actively working to resolve any inconsistencies and will provide the most up-to-date information to support you.

Thank you for your understanding!

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MNP Recruitment Information Session on March 11

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MNP Recruitment Information Session

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | HA 491

A career isn’t just a way to earn a living – it’s a springboard for growth, a reflection of your values, and an opportunity for your talents to shine through. No matter what you want to achieve, there are endless opportunities to find your calling and build your future at MNP.

Join us at the MNP Information Session in UBC’s Lecture Hall room HA 491 to learn about MNP and our 2025 Spring recruitment cycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about what your amazing career at MNP can look like, and to meet and network with our team members!

Registration Details:

  • Pre-registration on COOL is recommended to secure your spot.
  • Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.
  • Arrive 15-20 minutes before the event for check-in.
  • Walk-in check-in will begin 5-10 minutes before the session, subject to availability.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and take a step toward achieving your career goals!

REGISTER NOW
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