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Becoming a CPA opens doors to boundless career opportunities in public accounting, business, industry, government, not-for-profit, and education. Choose a rewarding career that allows you to live your passion!
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This year, CPABC honoured Olin Anton, FCPA, FCA with the Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his dedication, commitment, and outstanding contribution to the CPA profession and community.

May is Asian Heritage Month. To commemorate it, we spoke with three CPAs of Asian descent to hear how their heritage has influenced them as Canadians and professional accountants.

For Adam Karim, CPA, getting his accounting designation was an important stepping stone to his ultimate goal.

“If you look back at those tough moments in your life, you realize they were often the key turning points to going higher,” says Victor Giacomin, FCPA, FCA, senior vice-president of finance and group treasurer at Mark Anthony Group.

Donating your time and expertise to a not-for-profit organization can have big benefits for both of you.

Livleen Veslemes wasn’t necessarily looking for her next career opportunity. In fact, the award-winning Vancouver businesswoman had purposely stepped away from her previous, extraordinarily successful position – as CEO of biomedical company bioLytical – in 2020 to prioritize her health and family life.

Saying hi to a stranger or making giving back a business priority – there are countless ways we can make a positive difference. Our actions, big or small, can have a substantial impact.

When one thinks of accounting, there are often generalizations that come along with the career path.But accountants actually work in all kinds of roles — operating as a businesses’ most intrinsic function.


A conversation with Neelam Sahota, FCPA, FCGA, CEO of DIVERSEcity, a local registered charity that assists newcomers and diverse communities with settlement, language, and employment services.

Nelson Soh has always been good with numbers and interested in business. So after graduating from UBC with a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, he attained his CPA designation while working for KPMG. Inspired to pursue his passion for helping people improve personally, professionally, and financially, he co-founded FSQ Consulting.






Meet the BC writers who excelled on the September 2021 CFE

Joanne YH Liu, CPA, CGA, PFP, will be presenting "Managing Your Finances in Retirement" on November 10.

Meet the two BC writers who made the May 2021 CFE National Honour Roll

She doesn’t consider herself a natural risk-taker, but Karen Horcher is definitely cool under pressure.



It was while working reception at Madison Pacific Properties Inc., a real estate management and development company in Vancouver, that Rhian Quarry realized she wanted to become a CPA. She had just completed her bachelor’s degree in health sciences and was looking for a new direction when inspiration struck.


If there is one central theme that could be highlighted for the year of 2020, it would undoubtedly be the fragility of health, and the need to preserve it at all costs.

More than ever, people need to make healthy choices in their lives, and Davis Yung, CPA, CMA, is proud to be part of that process.

How KPMG GVA is supporting wellness and destigmatizing illness




If there was one activity that feels most altered by the pandemic it would have to be dining out.

Canadians recently reached a dubious high point – collectively, we have amassed $100 billion in credit card debt.

Geoffrey Dodds, CPA, CA, embraces his role as chair of the CPABC board even as COVID-19 continues to disrupt norms.
















Having been born and raised in British Columbia, it’s no surprise that James Reyes has a love for the great outdoors. Among the wealth of activities one has the benefit of enjoying in this province, James set his sights on fly fishing; a decade-long passion of his that led him to a new career.




The impact of John McLaughlin’s career can be seen throughout Metro Vancouver. For over thirty years, he has played a major role in facilitating Vancouver’s commercial and residential property growth, as well as showcasing Vancouver’s vibrancy to the world.





















Career Resources
Candidates enrolled in the CPA PEP who are progressing through their Practical Experience Requirements, and designated CPAs looking to take on their next challenge have many career resources at their disposal. Attend our CPABC career events and scope out the job board.
Career Opportunities
CPABC members, candidates, and students get exclusive access to the CPABC Careers Site, an online job board with the latest in accounting industry employment opportunities. For a sneak peek at these jobs, consider becoming a CPABC CareerConnect Member.