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Check out these upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in September!
| Date | Time | Event | Format | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 | 12:00 – 12:30pm | Practical Experience Requirements (PER) Q & A Session | Online | Got 30 minutes? Join this short session with CPABC staff answering rapid-fire pre-submitted and live questions from the audience about the Practical Experience Requirements (PER). No formal overview of the CPA program will be given during the session. Attendees are asked watch a pre-recorded overview of the CPA program before attending the session. |
| Sep 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | CPA Public Practice Recruit Information Session | Online | In one hour, learn about Public Practice Recruit for current and graduated post-secondary students. If you’re interested in pursuing employment opportunities with public practice firms in BC, attend this session to learn how students are recruited in the spring (March to June) and fall (July to October) in 2023, for full-time, summer, and co-op positions starting in 2024. |
| Sep 20 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | CPABC Network Series featuring Treewalk | Online | Treewalk is one of the fastest growing accounting firms in Canada with headquarters in Vancouver, BC. This company of 51-200 employees offers growth and autonomy in your accounting/finance career path, competitive compensation, CPA mentorship, options to work remotely, and much more. In this interactive event, we will hear from Treewalk guest speakers on how to start and grow your accounting career path with them, financial supports towards the CPA program, mentorship and work culture. Event includes open networking and Q&A. |
| Sep 20 | 5:00pm – 5:45pm | Conversation with a CPA | Online | Are you curious about what CPAs actually do? If yes, join this short 45-minute conversation and listen to a real-life CPA and learn about what accountants do and where they work. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions about a career in accounting. Featured CPA: David Quon, MBA, CPA, CMA, CFO, Mainland Machinery Ltd. |
| Sep 25 | 12:00 pm to 1:00pm | Post-Secondary CPABC Information Session | Online | Are you a post-secondary student interested in becoming a CPA after you graduate? This session will cover the CPA program in detail and include an open Q&A with CPABC’s Senior Student Recruitment Officer. This session will be tailored to post-secondary students interested in becoming a CPA, and is open to students from any university or college program. |
Online: September 5-6, 2023
Vancouver: September 7, 2023
Kelowna: September 11, 2023
A rewarding CPA career can take you on any route you can imagine. Register to discover exciting opportunities in accounting and finance at CPABC Career Week – an all-in-one hybrid event featuring workshops, panels, speed networking, career expos, and more!
Questions? Email careers@bccpa.ca.
| Date | Time | Event | Format | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | CPA Public Practice Recruit Information Session | Online | In one hour, learn about Public Practice Recruit for current and graduated post-secondary students. If you’re interested in pursuing employment opportunities with public practice firms in BC, attend this session to learn how students are recruited in the spring (March to June) and fall (July to October) in 2023, for full-time, summer, and co-op positions starting in 2024. |
| Aug 21 | 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. |
| Aug 24 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | CPABC Network Series featuring Pattison Food Group | Online | With a robust team of 100 staff in the accounting and finance department, Pattison Food Group is the parent company of Save-On-Foods, Pricesmart Foods, Urban Fare and many other brands. In this interactive panel and networking event, we will hear from Pattison Food Group guest speakers on how to start and grow your accounting career path with the company, financial supports towards the CPA program, mentorship and work culture. |
| Aug 29 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm | CPABC Accounting Night in Canada | Online | Learn how to transfer your international education and work experience (accounting/finance) to get the CPA designation. This free information session will explain the admission requirements and the structure of the CPA program, and how you can access financial assistance, free mentorship and career counselling services from BC settlement agencies ISSofBC, MOSAIC and S.U.C.C.E.S.S. to help you attain your goals in becoming a CPA. |
| Aug 30 | 5:00pm – 5:45pm | Conversation with a CPA | Online | Are you curious about what CPAs actually do? If yes, join this short 45-minute conversation and listen to a real-life CPA and learn about what accountants do and where they work. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions about a career in accounting. Featured CPA: Jenna Byfield, CPA, MPAcc, Financial Controller, Northern Lights Estate Winery Ltd. |
DMCL Chartered Professional Accountants will be hosting 30-minute coffee chats throughout July. See the link below for more information and to sign-up for a spot!
| Date | Time | Event | Format | Description |
| May 11 | 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? Join this short 30-minute session with CPABC staff answering rapid-fire pre-submitted and live questions about the Practical Experience Requirements (PER). |
| May 17 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | The Value of CPA – Finding Value in Your Career Choice | Online | Want to align your values with work? Hear from our three CPA panelists on how they found meaningful work that aligns with their core values, beliefs and morals. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask your own questions and network with our CPA panelists and other aspiring CPAs. |
| May 18 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm | Post-Secondary CPABC Information Session | Online | Are you a post-secondary student interested in becoming a CPA after you graduate? This session will cover the CPA program in detail and include an open Q&A with CPABC’s Senior Student Recruitment Officer. This session will be tailored to post-secondary students interested in becoming a CPA, and is open to students from any university or college program. |
| May 25 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | CPABC Network Series featuring TELUS | Online | Learn about the various accounting and finance related employment opportunities available at TELUS and what makes them a great employer! In this interactive panel and networking event, we will hear from TELUS guest speakers on how to start and grow your accounting career path at TELUS, financial supports towards the CPA program, mentorship and work culture within TELUS. |
| May 30 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | Career Management and Job Search Strategies | Online | Your career is your responsibility. How do you position and execute your next career growth move and advance in the profession? Join us as speaker guest speaker, Lennox Parkins, MBA, PMP, FCPA, FCMA, shares his expertise. |
MNP’s Head Start Conference will allow students to learn more about MNP’s recruitment process and opportunities, and to get more insight into who we are as a firm. There will also be an opportunity for students to network and connect with regions in breakout rooms!
Please see below for a brief overview of the Agenda:
1:00-1:05 PM: Introduction
1:05-1:50 PM: Guest Speakers
1:50-2:30 PM: Networking
| Date | Time | Event | Format | Description |
| April 4 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | CPABC How to Series ‘job seekers what to say in negotiations’ | Online | What are the actual words to say as a job seeker in your interview or performance review to shine a light on all your accomplishments and what you bring to the organization? How do you say this in a receptive manner to work in your favor in negotiations with potential or current employers to increase your package, benefit and/or salary? This event includes open questions and answers from audience, and all audience members will learn the tools and techniques to help them navigate through their own negotiations, and how to eloquently “say it in the right way”. |
| April 12 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm | Conversation with a CPA | Online | Join this short 45-minute conversation and listen to a real-life CPA and learn about what accountants do and where they work. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions about a career in accounting. |
| April 13 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | CPABC Q&A Webinar | Online | Still have questions about the CPA PEP after attending one of the weekly info sessions? Join us and ask away! 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. |
| April 18 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Online CPABC Accounting Night in Canada | Online | Learn how to transfer your international education and work experience (accounting/finance) to get the CPA designation. Presented by Sheila Cheung, BA, RISIA, Student Recruitment Officer, this free information session will explain the admission requirements and the structure of the CPA program, permit requirements when enrolled in the CPA program, and how to start your pathway in becoming a CPA. Many internationals enrolled in the CPA program may have long term goals to obtain permanent resident status in Canada. Special guest speaker, Sanam Kashfi, RCIC, will present on the immigration services available through Kashfi Immigration. This webinar includes live Q&A from the audience. |
| April 25-26 & May 5 | Multi-day event | CPABC Career Week | Hybrid (virtual on Hopin and in person at Vancouver Convention Centre East) | A rewarding CPA career can take you on any route you can imagine. Discover diverse career opportunities at CPABC’s hybrid Career Week. Register to participate in workshops, info sessions, speed networking, and more! |
