CPA Canada CPD Requirements
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Source: https://www.cpaontario.ca/members/regulations-guidance/continuing-professional-development
Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.
Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia
Continued Professional Development (CPD) is the process of acquiring and sustaining professional competence, facilitating members in executing their roles effectively. Any new learning or development pertinent to a member's work and growth as a CPA is eligible for CPD, provided it aligns with their professional responsibilities. Notably, members should accurately report the time spent on developing new or existing competencies.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is vital for CPAs, requiring a minimum of 20 hours annually and 120 hours over a three-year period, including 4 hours dedicated to professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute half of this, i.e., 60 hours every rolling three-year period and 10 hours annually. CPD encompasses learning activities essential for maintaining professional competence, which must be relevant to a CPA's responsibilities and growth.
Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.
Chartered Professional Accountants of Québec
In light of the dynamic nature of their profession, chartered professional accountants must consistently enhance their knowledge and skills relevant to their field. Unless exempt, CPAs are obligated to allocate a minimum of 120 hours to continuing education activities within a three-year rolling reference period, which includes 4 hours of structured training in professional ethics, with annual reporting due by September 30th. CPD accreditation isn't mandated by CPA Quebec for providers offering CPD hours to members. Courses featured on CPAHub North are CPD verifiable and contribute towards fulfilling the triennial CPD requirement. It is the professional's responsibility to assess the eligibility of activities towards their CPD requirement.
Chartered Professional Accountants of Manitoba
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.
Chartered Professional Accountants of New Brunswick
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.
Chartered Professional Accountants of Newfoundland & Labrador
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.
Chartered Professional Accountants of Nova Scotia
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.
Chartered Professional Accountants of Prince Edward Island
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.
Chartered Professional Accountants of Saskatchewan
As a CPA, unless exempted, it is mandatory to allocate a minimum of 20 hours annually to continuing education activities. Over a three-year rolling reference period, CPAs must complete 120 hours of such activities, including 4 hours dedicated to structured training in professional ethics. Verifiable CPD hours must constitute at least half of this minimum requirement, equating to 60 CPD hours over each rolling three-year period, with an annual commitment of 10 CPD hours.