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New Learning Hub Launches on April 3

Based on member feedback, CPA Manitoba evaluated ways to enhance the member experience while taking PD seminars. We are proud to unveil Learning Hub, a centralized destination to access and complete the PD seminars you are registered for.

Member Registration Renewal Reminder

The 2024-2025 member registration renewal notice was issued electronically to all CPA Manitoba members on March 1. Registration renewal, which includes CPD reporting, completing CPD and character declarations, and payment of fees, is due by April 1.

Calling All Future CPA Manitoba Board Members

The profession is at an important inflection point and we need strategic leaders who can be part of the influential decision-making that happens around our board table. CPA Manitoba is accepting nominations for our Board of Directors until May 27.

2024 Member Recognition Gala - Tickets Now on Sale

Join us for a special evening celebrating the Member Recognition Program award recipients and new Fellows at the 2024 Member Recognition Gala taking place on May 16 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Tickets are on sale until April 24.

Registration is Now Open for the 2024 CPA Prairie Connection Conference

CPA Manitoba and CPA Saskatchewan are excited to partner and host the 2024 CPA Prairie Connection Conference on May 28 & 29! Join us in person at TCU Place Saskatoon, virtually through PheedLoop, or at our Winnipeg or Brandon viewing parties.

CPA Manitoba Member Recognition Gala

2024-2025 CPA Manitoba Member Registration Renewal Notice

The 2024-2025 member registration renewal notice will be issued electronically to all CPA Manitoba members on March 1, 2024. We encourage you to review your contact information in the member portal to ensure it is correct.

Thank You to Our Income Tax Clinic Volunteers

On April 10-12, CPA Manitoba hosted three very successful volunteer income tax clinics at the University of Manitoba through the Graduate Students' Association and CRA's Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).

Maxine Kashton, CPA, CMA

Meet Maxine Kashton, CPA, CMA and learn more about her role as the CEO of Manitoba Women’s Enterprise Centre, an organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs through advising, mentorship, networking and financing.

2024 CPA Prairie Connection Conference

The 2024 CPA Prairie Connection Conference will take place on May 28 & 29 at TCU Place in Saskatoon for in-person attendees and on PheedLoop for virtual attendees! Join us for two days of learning and connection. Registration launches in March!

2024 Member Registration Renewal Status

Thank you to all members who have completed their member registration renewal! The deadline to renew your CPA Manitoba membership was April 1, 2024 and to date, 95% of members have fully completed the renewal.

Join the CPA Manitoba Foundation Board

The CPA Manitoba Foundation Board has upcoming board vacancies, and we invite you to join us on this exciting journey! Become a valued member of our tight-knit community where dedicated members are passionate about making a positive impact.

Celebrate the 2024 Award Recipients on May 16

Congratulations to the 15 Member Recognition Program award recipients and new Fellows who will be celebrated at the Member Recognition Gala taking place on May 16 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

2024 CPA Prairie Connection Conference Early Bird Pricing Ends May 1

The 2024 CPA Prairie Connection Conference will take place on May 28 & 29 at TCU Place in Saskatoon for in-person attendees and on PheedLoop for virtual attendees! Register now for Early Bird Pricing!

2024 Notice of Annual General Meetings

This communication provides notice for the upcoming Annual General Meetings for CPA Manitoba and the CPA Manitoba Foundation. The Annual General Meetings will be held on Wednesday, June 26, followed by a free ethics webinar.

2024 CPA Manitoba Member Information Session

Join us in person or virtually on February 28 for a free information session with Pamela Steer, FCPA, FCA, CFA, President and CEO of CPA Canada. Registration is open until February 26.

2024 Events to Mark on Your Calendar

CPA Manitoba is excited to announce the dates of our 2024 events. Mark your calendars and join us for events focused on learning, celebrating and connecting. We hope to see you there!

CPD Reporting Requirements

As a reminder, the deadline for reporting both the minimum annual and three-year rolling cycle requirements is April 1, 2024. This three-year cycle covers the period of January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023.

Lace up Your Skates for the Foundation

Join us in the thrill of the Eric Mitchell Hockey Tournament, hosted by the CPA Manitoba Foundation on March 8 and 9. Register as an individual or team and support this vital fundraiser.

CPA Manitoba Signs Winnipeg's Indigenous Accord

CPA Manitoba was honoured to participate in the Winnipeg Indigenous Accord signing on November 27, 2023, marking an essential milestone in our commitment to reconciliation.

CPA Manitoba Foundation 50/50 Draw is Now Live

The CPA Manitoba Foundation is hosting a 50/50 draw, where the grand prize grows with every ticket sold! The grand prize draw will take place on February 26, 2024.

CPD Reporting Requirements

As the calendar turns to December, it is a good time to reflect on CPD requirements. We encourage members to update their member profiles for any 2023 hours completed to date and to plan CPD activities for the remainder of the year accordingly.

2023 CPA Profession Compensation Study

In 2023, CPA Canada conducted a study to learn more about compensation for Canadian CPAs. A highlight from the study was that CPAs who have been in the profession for three years or more saw their median income grow 12 per cent to $143K in 2022.

Call for Tax Return Preparation Volunteers

CPA Manitoba is looking for volunteers to prepare tax returns for students and/or individuals with a modest income and simple tax situation through the Canada Revenue Agency Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).

Customize Your December Learning Plan

Make the most of your December learning goals with the CPA Manitoba Professional Development Program. Choose from over 30 live virtual options in December or hundreds of on-demand seminars. Be sure to register for on-demand seminars by December 20.

Focus on Practice Inspection Report

CPA Manitoba contributes to the protection of the public by promoting the highest standards of integrity and expertise to our members. Practice inspection assesses practitioners’ adherence to professional standards.

2023 CPD Reporting Requirements for Members

It is that time of year, where as a member, you should be checking to see if you will meet the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements for the year and the three-year rolling cycle ending December 31, 2023.

We Need Your Member Recognition Program Nominations!

Do you know of a member who has exceptional career achievements, dedication to volunteerism and service to the profession? Nominate them for one of the Member Recognition Program awards by November 30.

Call for Member EDI Advisory Group Volunteers

At CPA Manitoba, we are committed to creating a profession dedicated to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). To further our commitment, we are looking for individuals to join our Member EDI Advisory Group.

CPA Canada's New Economic Dashboard

Stay on top of economic trends and track key indicators for the economy, the labour market, debt and inflation, social components as well as sustainability with CPA Canada's new Economic Dashboard created by Chief Economist, David-Alexandre Brassard.