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Upcoming opportunity to connect with Grant Thornton – Information Session on April 9th

Invite from Grant Thornton

Join Grant Thornton for an engaging information session at UBC Vancouver on Tuesday, April 9th, starting at 5:00 PM. This event will offer a fantastic opportunity to network with our team during Spring Recruit and gain insights into how we set students up for success.

We’ll cover various topics including: who we are, what positions we’re currently hiring for, and what kind of support we offer to both co-op students and new grads pursuing their CPA designation. Plus, there will be delicious pizza! If you are interested in attending, please register here, and we’ll email you all of the necessary details to attend. 

Date: Tuesday, April 9th, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (PT)
Location: UBC Vancouver
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/87pGtt7wZr

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – (K)onference in April

Invite from KPMG

Your firsthand look into a career with KPMG

You are invited to attend our first ever KPMG (K)onference! Join us for a week of events (in person and virtual) to learn who we are beyond Audit, Tax, and Advisory. Registered students can select the sessions of their interest to attend and learn more about various areas of the firm while building their KPMG network.

Each event will feature speakers from KPMG who will present on topics, facilitate discussions, and be available to answer your questions. 

 (K)onference Schedule & Details

Date and TimeSession
Tuesday, April 2nd from 1:00 PM – 2:05 PM PSTIntro to CPA – Tax

Hear from our panelists as they reveal the career trajectories within Tax and interact directly with KPMG reps currently working in this service line.

Please note that space is limited, and priority will be given to those who are interested in Tax as their service line.

*In-person event*
Tuesday, April 2nd from 2:15 PM – 3:20 PM PSTIntro to CPA – Audit

Hear from our panelists as they reveal the career trajectories within Audit and interact directly with KPMG reps currently working in this service line.

Please note that space is limited, and priority will be given to those who are interested in Audit as their service line.

*In-person event*
Wednesday, April 3rd from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PSTRoaming the Globe with KPMG: A Deep Dive in Global Opportunities

Learn more about the global opportunities that KPMG has to offer through different KPMG representatives.

*Virtual event*
Thursday, April 3rd from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PSTTech-Talk: The Future of Audit & Professional Services in the AI Era

Explore the evolving landscape of professional services and auditing, driven by technology and AI disruptions.

*Virtual event*
Thursday, April 4th from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PSTInclusion, Diversity and Equity at KPMG

Discover the vital role of ID&E at KPMG, its profound influence on our practices, and its meaningful implications.

*Virtual event*
Thursday, April 4th from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PMIntro to Advisory

Hear from our panelists as they reveal the career trajectories within advisory (Deal Advisory and Risk Consulting) and interact directly with KPMG reps currently working in this service line.

*Virtual event*
Friday, April 5th from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PSTShaping the Future: ESG at KPMG

Gain insights from our panelists as they delve into ESG topics and their significance in shaping our society and future.

*Virtual event*
Registration Deadline for in person events: Monday, March 25th at noon PST.
Please note that capacity is limited for in person events, and preference will be given to students interested in Tax or Audit and who will be applying to summer internship, co-op and full-time positions starting as early as Fall 2024 through to Fall 2025.

Registration Deadline for virtual events: Friday, April 1st at 11:59 PM PST.


Please register for KPMG (K)onference through this link: https://forms.office.com/e/Y832etBCSN

If you have any questions, please reach out to the GVA campus recruitment team at gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca

Best Regards, 

GVA Campus Recruiting

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Now Accepting Applications for the CPABC Bill Johnson DAP Student Achievement Award (1 x $2100) – Applications Due April 30th

Applications are now being accepted for this year’s CPABC Bill Johnson DAP Student Achievement Award and are due April 30th, 2024.  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 2023 Winter Session courses
  • Have completed a minimum of 9 credits by the end of this Winter Term 2, including BUSI 353 and BUSI 450, with a minimum overall average of 75% by the end of the 2023 Winter Session (April 2024)

To apply, please submit the following documents by April 30th:

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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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – (K)offee Break on March 15th

Invite from KPMG

You are invited to KPMG (K)offee Break!

This event will provide you with a chance to interact with representatives from our audit, tax, and diverse advisory groups, complemented by a selection of tasty pastries and beverages.

Prepare to delve deeper into the world of KPMG, acquiring crucial knowledge about the various services we provide and our vibrant work environment!

Get ready to learn more in-depth about KPMG by gaining valuable insights into the different service lines offered at the firm and our dynamic culture.

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, March 15th, 2024
  • Timeslots: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM PST
  • Location: Vancouver Office, 12th Floor
  • Address: 777 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1X8

Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/e/Y6YL6GQFEt

Registration Deadline: Monday, March 11th, 2024, at noon

Please note that capacity is limited, and preference will be given to students going through Spring Recruit and who will be applying to summer internship, co-op and full-time positions starting as early as Fall 2024 through to Fall 2025. If you have already graduated within the past year (1 year) you may register, however all other candidates should be visiting our Experienced Professionals career page and applying for those opportunities.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the GVA campus recruitment team at gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca.

Best Regards,
The GVA Campus Recruitment Team

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2023 T2202s now available

2022 tax receipts for DAP tuition are now available for download on the here
 
Please be reminded that as per CRA policies, we are required to obtain your Social Insurance Number (SIN) to issue your T2202. If you have not previously given your SIN, you will see an option to do so from the page linked above.

If you are no longer enrolled in DAP, please make sure to only select the direct link given above to access the T2202 page, as this is the only link open to all former and current students. 

Your 2023 T2202 will include eligible course tuition amounts from the following terms:

  • 2022 Winter Term 2 (January to April 2023)
  • 2023 Summer Term 1 (May to June 2023)
  • 2023 Summer Term 2 (July to August 2023)
  • 2023 Winter Term 1 (September to December 2023)
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2024 UBC TACS Clinic and International Student Priority Registration

International students can access priority registration here: https://tacs-clinic-eligibility.netlify.app/
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Reminder – “Say Cheese” Night 2 Location Announced! Join us on Thursday, February 15th, 4 pm

Join us for a free professional headshot session, network with fellow DAP students, and learn about how to prepare for CPA Spring Recruit and future employment opportunities.

Date: 

  • Thursday, February 15th
  • Birmingham Room, Main Level, Henry Angus Building, UBC  

Time:   

  • 4:00 – 6:00 pm

What’s included:

  • Free professional LinkedIn headshot
  • Free pizza, while it lasts!

Attire:

  • The headshots will be taken from waist-up, so professional attire on the top is recommended. Jeans are okay.

RSVP:

  • We are not accepting RSVPs at this time, both events are drop-in only.

Do you have a live-online class on Monday or Thursday night?

  • Don’t worry, we booked ANGU 350 from 6:30PM – 9:30PM for any students who wish to use the space for hybrid learning
  • Please remember to bring headphones as you’ll be sharing the space with other students
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Jack Talk: Empowering Your Mental Health Journey KPMG Winter Semester Reading Week Event  

Invite from KPMG

Hello !

We would like to invite your students to the Jack Talk event that we are hosting this month:

Our ask: We would greatly appreciate it if you could kindly forward and share the information below with your students before the registration deadline: Thursday, February 15th.

Jack Talk: Empowering Your Mental Health Journey – Tuesday, February 20th 2024

KPMG Canada and Jack.org are collaborating to host the Jack Talk event during your reading week on Tuesday, February 20th. In this session, discover the power of personal stories and mental health education to inspire, engage, and equip YOU to look out for yourself and your peers.

Denis Trottier, KPMG in Canada’s Chief Mental Health Officer, will also share how we can support you on your transformation from student to professional. So, if you’re interested in discovering valuable tips to empower your mental wellness, please join KPMG and Jack.org for this event!

This Jack Talk will be delivered in English, however bilingual resources will be shared with all students who register.

Audience: All students interested in participating in a Jack Talk 

Date: Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

Time: 3 to 4:15 PM EST

Where: Teams (Virtual Platform)

When to register by: Thursday, February 15th at 11:59PM (Your Local Time)

How to register: Registration Formhttps://bit.ly/jacktalkregistration

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Reminder – Join us at an upcoming UBC Sauder ESG-panel event, featuring executives from Vancity Investment Management, CPABC, and TELUS – Thursday, February 8th, 5 pm

A few spaces are still available for next week’s UBC Sauder CBS Speaker Series: Feeling the Heat, is 2024 the Defining Year of ESG? Free for #UBCDAP students! Thurs, Feb 8 5PM – 7PM at UBC Robson Square. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gsbVa8nB

Do you have a class online Thursday night, but want to attend the panel? The panel will wrap up at 6:30PM, so feel free to find a quiet space at Robson Square and log-on to your virtual class. Robson Square will close just after 9:30PM.

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“Say Cheese” Night 2 Location Announced! Join us on Thursday, February 15th, 4 pm

Join us for a free professional headshot session, network with fellow DAP students, and learn about how to prepare for CPA Spring Recruit and future employment opportunities.

Date: 

  • Thursday, February 15th
  • Birmingham Room, Main Level, Henry Angus Building, UBC  

Time:   

  • 4:00 – 6:00 pm

What’s included:

  • Free professional LinkedIn headshot
  • Free pizza, while it lasts!

Attire:

  • The headshots will be taken from waist-up, so professional attire on the top is recommended. Jeans are okay.

RSVP:

  • We are not accepting RSVPs at this time, both events are drop-in only.

Do you have a live-online class on Monday or Thursday night?

  • Don’t worry, we booked ANGU 350 from 6:30PM – 9:30PM for any students who wish to use the space for hybrid learning
  • Please remember to bring headphones as you’ll be sharing the space with other students

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