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Cybersecurity Editorial

Are your passwords for sale on the dark web?

Over 24 billion usernames and passwords – by some estimates, that’s the amount of sensitive personal data for sale in cybercriminal marketplaces like the dark web.

By Leah Giesbrecht Jun 5, 2025

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How to enjoy a work-free vacation (without working 24/7 before and after)

Earlier in my career, vacations seemed to add to (rather than alleviate) stress. I could feel my anxiety rising leading up to any vacation. My list always felt too long and my time was short.

By Ann Gomez Jun 3, 2025

CPA Profession Profile

In finance, government, and community, this CPA is driving progress

“When I first started volunteering, I was hearing concerns about liability, funding, burnout, and organizational longevity,” says Justin Brogan, CPA, who began serving as a director with Nelson Pride in 2023.

By Leah Giesbrecht May 29, 2025

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May/June 2025

Cover story: Meet CPABC’s newest FCPAs and award winners! In this issue, we celebrate the 23 members whose exceptional leadership, volunteerism, and career accomplishments garnered recognition in 2024.

Plus: An update on CPABC’s Indigenous Engagement Strategy; what it’s like to be neurodivergent in a predominantly neurotypical professional world; tax rules to consider when flipping residential property; strategies for breaking through barriers; and more!

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In finance, government, and community, this CPA is driving progress

CPA Tannie Lam focuses on the transformative

CPA volunteer elevates education, funds, and support for rare genetic condition

How these two BC CPAs landed their dream jobs to match their passion and drive

Big White’s CFO tackles tough challenges with CPA confidence

This CPA weighs in on how to inspire and empower teams

Success Stories

A CPA designation makes any career change plausible

From the armed forces to AI: Big changes bring big rewards in this CPA’s career

Harnessing CPA Expertise Fuels Business Success

Backstage pass: What’s it like to be a CPA working in entertainment?

How Indigenous financing is building the future

Bringing the pieces together

Bringing your whole self to work: A chat about living and working authentically

From a PhD in chemistry in Brazil to a CPA in Canada

How a CPA is restoring Chinatown’s vibrancy in Vancouver

Carlos Yam leverages his private sector experience as new CFO of Vancouver Art Gallery

CFE preparation secrets revealed

Leaving their signature: How FCPAs have contributed to the profession

Giving back and saving lives

In cities of all sizes, CPAs are driving innovation

We asked this CPA about how they balance personal interests and career goals successfully

From the boardroom to the classroom, CPAs are changing the world for the better

CFE roll call

Beyond spreadsheets: The value a CPA can bring to your business

Upping the game: from CPA student to senior vice president

Driven by the bass: Justin Davis, CPA rising

Making his mark on the profession

Immense impact: Debra Neufeld, CPA Rising

Investigative researcher: Ashleigh McTavish-Wisden, CPA Rising

Celebrating Excellence

Asian Heritage Month honours previous generations, and holds bright light up to the future

Unicorn leader: Michael Pickup, FCPA, FCA

Staying ahead in tech - Catching up with CPAs at Accelerate Okanagan

CPA Rising: How this CPA used his designation to start two small businesses

Never waste your time: How one CPA candidate secured a life and career he loves

Planning 100 years ahead: This CPA is essential to her coastal town

Owning her seat at the table: Gopi Chande, FCPA, FCA

Leaning into curiosity leads to career leaps: CPA Rising, Jocelyn Li

CFE success stories!

Set your goal: CPA Rising, Hannah Griffin

Meet the CPA who started a plant-based burger business

Ed Pereira at the forefront of CPA careers in cybersecurity

CPA Rising: Jonathan Wong

Local passion, global reach: CPA software developer enables data-driven profits

‘My heritage has deeply influenced my career’

‘Be authentic in your own skin, do not look to fit into a mould’

CPA Rising: Adam Karim

The best ways to use your CPA skills as a volunteer

“It’s my way of saying thank you”: CPA volunteer makes a difference to the community of Penticton

The program that led an Indigenous trailblazer to her dream career

No cookie cutter approach to gender parity: Every woman has her own unique challenges

CPA Rising: Nelson Soh

A local entrepreneur and the credential that transformed his career path

We asked 3 BC-based foodies about their path to success

How Julien Francois helps publishers adapt and thrive in the digital world

Breaking down barriers: Meet the CPA who's presenting CPABC's first financial literacy session in Chinese

Jeff Wasyliw helps lead Alida in delivering actionable customer insight

Maintaining resilience in tough economic times is vital

CPA-led BC produce company disrupts industry across Canada

Why it’s important to encourage positive mental health in the workplace

Demystifying debt: CPA FinLit volunteer helps young people understand how to leverage debt to their

Bringing calm resolve to turbulent times

WELL Health leverages technology to transform healthcare

Small steps have a big impact: Volunteer helps high school students improve financial literacy

Helping kids get financially smart for life: Volunteer stokes passion for real-world skills

Meet the LUSH employee whose career has taken her all over the world

How KPMG’s “1,000 Acts of Kindness” has inspired employees and lifted communities

The journey to the C-suite: Nick Bozikis, CFO at Article

Safety and people: How Quails’ Gate approached its reopening strategy

Traction Guest’s solution to minimizing traditional physical touchpoints at workplaces

Modo provides vehicles for frontline workers throughout COVID-19

Thinkific helps lead the evolution of virtual learning during COVID-19

Leading community cheer: How Steamworks pivoted its business to support COVID-19 relief

Supporting BC healthcare: How HME Mobility helped hospitals create capacity during COVID-19