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Despite economic challenges, BC facing record labour shortages

Over the past two and a half years, British Columbia’s economy has navigated significant economic challenges relatively well. However, as many businesses return to more normal operations, employers across the province are now facing labour shortages.

By Lori Mathison Dec 1, 2022

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CPABC: B.C. CPA candidate scores top marks in national CFE exam

The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) and the CPA Western School of Business (CPAWSB) congratulate the 752 B.C. Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) candidates who passed the multi-day national Common Final Examination (CFE) written in September 2022.

Nov 25, 2022

Economy & Policy Editorial

Employee benefits inflation projection for 2023

Inflation has always been and continues to be a significant issue for employee benefits plans. Annual inflation in this area has fluctuated significantly each year over the past 20 years but has generally averaged about 6% per year.

By Dan Eisner Nov 23, 2022

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Current Issue CPABC In Focus

Nov/Dec 2022

In this issue: Our cover story gleans insights from CPABC's latest economic report, BC Check-Up: Work. The report explores employment trends in British Columbia, including the gender pay gap and the province's current labour shortage.

Plus: Highlights from the BC Check-Up: Work survey; an update on the Cullen Commission's inquiry into money laundering in BC; a refresher on the rules for self-reporting conduct matters; considerations for claiming the lifetime capital gains exemption on holding company shares; advice for smaller firms implementing the Canadian Standard for Quality Management; and more!

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Meet the CPA who started a plant-based burger business

Ed Pereira at the forefront of CPA careers in cybersecurity

CPA Rising: Jonathan Wong

Celebrating CFE Success!

A perfect start

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

‘My heritage has deeply influenced my career’

CPA Rising: Amanda Collinge Bae

A lifetime of outstanding contribution to his profession: Olin Anton, FCPA, FCA

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

CPA Rising: Adam Karim

A view from the top is nice, but the real fun is in climbing the mountain: A conversation with Mark Anthony Group’s Victor Giacomin, FCPA, FCA

The best ways to use your CPA skills as a volunteer

Why a successful Vancouver businesswoman is staking her future on plant-based cheese

“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

Engineering success by taking risks: Profile on Jimmy Vaiopoulos, CPA, CA

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

CPA Rising: Nelson Soh

Canada’s fastest-growing plant-based food brand is powered by a collective vision

Two Vancouver entrepreneurs launch Canada’s first ‘hard’ kombucha

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

Celebrating CFE success!

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

Celebrating CFE success!

One cool customer: New CPABC chair Karen Horcher, FCPA, FCGA, CFA, has a knack for navigating uncertainty

Leading with heart and an open mind: Livleen Veslemes, change maker

Jeff Wasyliw helps lead Alida in delivering actionable customer insight

"It just clicked" - Why Rhian Quarry made the switch from science to the CPA

Jody Kidd helps lead Copperleaf with her spirit for innovation and progress

Maintaining resilience in tough economic times is vital

CPA-led BC produce company disrupts industry across Canada

Prioritizing mental health at work

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

Mental health in the workplace: What will the new normal look like?

Vancouver CPA shares his time—and his wonder dog—with those in need

Flexibility critical in hard hit service industry

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

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

Staying connected: How a CPA pivoted his commissary kitchen to support local entrepreneurs during COVID-19

What I wish I knew when I was starting my career in accounting?

Disruption period: Championing body positivity and eco-friendly entrepreneurship

Disrupting data management: How Aquatic Informatics is strengthening public health protection

Disrupting data analytics: Visier provides HR insights to businesses

Employer Spotlight: Interfor

Global impact: Svante is disrupting the world’s CO2 marketplace

A career dedicated to building Vancouver: A conversation with John McLaughlin

Disrupting biotech: Interviewing Zymeworks’ Neil Klompas

Power disruption: Neurio revolutionizes home energy market

Semios: Solving agriculture’s challenges with smart tech and sustainability

How Thinkific disrupts online learning

Loving the journey: Profile on Olga Gregoire, CPA, CGA, Controller, Energetic Services

Championing women’s health: In conversation with Gina Singh

The journey to innovation: Modo’s story on disrupting the traditional vehicle ownership model

Article uses tech and data mindset to disrupt furniture retail industry

MineSense: Unearthing smarter mining practices with tech

Construction industry disruptor builds housing solutions

A CPA designation was key to Matthew Anderson launching A&K Robotics

Beyond the numbers: What today’s CPAs actually do

5 common mistakes entrepreneurs make, and how to avoid them

Leading the way in her profession and community – An interview with Kate Furber

Aspiring entrepreneurs, these are the 3 questions you need to ask yourself