The member posted defamatory comments against another Chartered Professional Accountant on social media. During the investigation, the member declined an interview and did not provide meaningful response to the investigator’s questions.
The Investigation Committee determined the member contravened the CPABC Code of Professional Conduct as follows:
104.1&.2 Requirement to co-operate
201.1 Maintenance of the good reputation of the profession
The Committee recommended that a Statement of Complaint not be issued on condition the member accept a reprimand.