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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.

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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.

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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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February 18, 2020

News

February 10, 2020

International Activity

IASB Request for Information – 2019 Comprehensive Review of the IFRS for SMEs Standard

The IASB has published a Request for Information to seek views on whether and how to align the IFRS for SMEs Standard with the full IFRS Standards. Stakeholders are encouraged to respond by July 27, 2020.

February 5, 2020

International Activity

IASB issues Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-Current (Amendments to IAS 1)

The amendments clarify one of the criteria for classifying a liability as non-current – that is, the right to defer settlement for at least 12 months after the reporting date. The AcSB will incorporate the amendments into the CPA Canada Handbook upon completion of its due process activities.

February 5, 2020

News

Submit an Issue – The Public Sector Accounting Discussion Group wants to hear from you!

The Group’s next meeting will be held in Toronto and accessible via livestream on April 24, 2020. Check out our Submit an Issue page to find out how you can submit issues relating to the application of the PSA Handbook. Submissions due by March 6, 2020. And don’t forget to watch our brief video while you’re there!

February 3-4, 2020

Meeting Summary

AASOC Public Meeting Report – February 3-4, 2020

At its public meeting in Toronto, the Council discussed the activities of the AASB and other related matters. The Council also received an update on the activities of its Performance Review Committee, as well as the Independence Standing Committee. Read the full report for more information.

January 31, 2020

News

Video – Public Sector Accounting Discussion Group’s Submit an Issue

Have you ever been puzzled by an accounting issue and you’re looking for insight? You might want to consider submitting an issue to the PSA DG! Watch this short video that walks you through the process to prepare and submit your issue for discussion. 

January 31, 2020

Resource, Guidance

Compilation Engagements – Resources to help you get ready

Learn more about the key features of the new standard on compilation engagements and the resources available to effectively implement this standard and understand the impact of the changes. Go to this page to get the full details.

January 29, 2020

Resource, Guidance

AASB Video – Compilation Engagements: A new standard

The AASB is issuing a new standard on compilation engagements and its impact will be felt by practitioners, entities of compiled financial information and users. Watch this brief video, featuring the Chair of the AASB, to learn all about it.

January 29, 2020

Meeting Summary

AcSB Decision Summary – January 15, 2020

The Board discussed topics such as IFRS® Standards, contributions, pension plans, and its next strategic plan, among others.

January 23-24, 2020

Meeting Summary

AASB Decision Summary – January 23-24, 2020

The Board discussed Agreed-upon Procedures, Quality Management, and its Strategic Plan for 2021-onwards. It also reviewed a second draft of its 2020-2021 Annual Plan. Read the Decision Summary for full details.