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Call for Applications: Standardsco Chair and Board of Directors

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Standardsco, a newly established federal not-for-profit corporation, will be formed in response to the recommendations of the Independent Review Committee on Standard Setting in Canada. The Standardsco Search Committee is currently seeking qualified individuals to join our Inaugural Board of Directors, including the pivotal role of Chair. In partnership with the leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson, the Standardsco Search Committee encourages interested candidates to apply promptly.

Virtual Roundtable Discussions – IPSASB Exposure Drafts – Tangible Natural Resources and Climate-related Disclosures

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Register for our virtual roundtables on IPSASB’s recent Exposure Drafts on Tangible Natural Resources and Climate-related Disclosures on November 27 and December 2, 2024. Share your feedback and help shape the future of public sector accounting and reporting in Canada.

 
 
Feedback Statement – Criteria for Modification, CSDS 1 and CSDS 2

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The CSSB's Feedback Statement summarizes the responses received from its extensive public consultation on Canada’s first-ever sustainability disclosure standards. Read about who responded and what they said. Stay tuned for a separate report based on Indigenous participation and feedback related to Indigenous matters.

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May 4, 2022

Meeting Summary

AASOC Meeting Minutes – September 28, 2021

The Council met on September 28, 2021, to discuss the activities of the AASB and related matters. Read the full report for more information.

May 4, 2022

Meeting Summary

AASOC Meeting Minutes – June 28-29, 2021

The Council met on June 28-29, 2021, to discuss the activities of the AASB and related matters. Read the full report for more information.

May 4, 2022

Meeting Summary

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April 29, 2022

News

AcSB 2022-2027 Strategic Plan Feedback Statement

Learn how the AcSB developed and approved its 2022-2027 Strategic Plan – including conclusions reached on the significant comments received during our consultation process.

April 26, 2022

Resource, Webinar

On-Demand Webinar – Fraud in an Audit of Financial Statements

The AASB joined CPAB in a webinar discussion on the auditor’s responsibilities related to fraud in an audit and considerations for the Canadian environment, and the IAASB’s proposed changes to ISA 240. Watch in English or French to hear about our views on this important topic! 

April 26, 2022

News

Update: AASB approves revised CAS 600, Special Considerations - Audits of Group Financial Statements

At the March 7-8, 2022, Board meeting, the AASB approved CAS 600, Special Considerations – Audits of Group Financial Statements (Including the Work of Component Auditors), subject to the PIOB’s due process approval. The PIOB has now confirmed due process for ISA 600 (revised) and the IAASB has released ISA 600 (revised). CAS 600 will become effective for audits of group financial statements for periods beginning on or after December 15, 2023. CAS 600 is anticipated to be issued in the Handbook in August 2022.

April 21, 2022

News

PSAB’s 2022-2027 Strategic Plan

The Board released its 2022-2027 Strategic Plan after extensive consultation with stakeholders. Read this document for the key strategic objectives that will guide PSAB over the next five years.

April 21, 2022

Meeting Summary

PSAB Decision Summary – March 30-31, 2022

The Board discussed the Government Not-for-Profit Strategy, 2022-2027 Draft Strategic Plan, Conceptual Framework, PSAB project consultation and other matters. Read the Decision Summary for full details.

April 21, 2022

News, Resource, Other

PSAB’s 2022 – 2027 Strategic Plan Feedback Statement

The Board released its Feedback Statement for the Draft 2022-2027 Strategic Plan Consultation Paper, which provides an overview of key feedback received by stakeholders and how PSAB responded.

April 19, 2022

News

2021-2022 PSAB Annual Reporting – Laying the Groundwork

PSAB worked on multiple key projects and strategies in 2021-2022, while meeting the needs of stakeholders and responding effectively to challenges. Read about the Board’s 2021-2022 activities and accomplishments in this year’s Annual Report.