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September 1, 2026

Resource

Audit Insights: Testing Journal Entries in Audits of Less Complex Entities

Explore our three-part “Audit Insights” series on testing journal entries in audits of less complex entities. Learn why journal entry testing is needed, how to determine the completeness of the population of journal entries, and how to effectively perform journal entry testing.

August 31, 2026

Document for Comment

AcSB Consultation Paper – Improvements to Section 4450, Reporting Controlled and Related Entities by Not-for-Profit Organizations

The AcSB is seeking feedback on its Consultation Paper, “Improvements to Section 4450, Reporting Controlled and Related Entities by Not-for-Profit Organizations,” including our proposals to: identify and assess relationships with related and controlled entities; enhance definitions of control and significant influence; and strengthen disclosure requirements for users to better understand these relationships. Read more and submit your comments by February 26, 2027.

August 31, 2026

Resource, In Brief

In Brief – AcSB’s Consultation Paper, “Improvements to Section 4450, Reporting Controlled and Related Entities by Not-for-Profit Organizations”

The AcSB wants your views on our proposed improvements to Section 4450, including a new control model to evaluate relationships between NFPOs, changes to the definition of “significant influence,” clarification of relationships with profit-oriented enterprises, and an enhanced disclosure framework. Read our In Brief for an overview of key proposals and more on how you can respond.

August 26, 2026

Document for Comment

AASB Exposure Draft, “Proposed Revisions to the Canadian Auditing Standards for Audit Evidence and Risk Response”

The AASB is seeking feedback on proposed revisions to CAS 330, CAS 500, and CAS 520, based on the IAASB’s proposals. Share your views and help shape Canadian auditing standards by November 2, 2026. 

August 20, 2026

International Activity

IAASB Issues Exposure Drafts on Proposed Standards for Audit Evidence and Risk Response

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board issued its Exposure Drafts proposing revisions to International Standard on Auditing (ISA) 330 (Revised), The Auditor's Responses to Assessed Risks; ISA 500, Audit Evidence; and ISA 520, Analytical Procedures.

The proposed changes aim to strengthen the risk-based audit framework, including how auditors assess and respond to risk, evaluate audit evidence, and apply professional skepticism. They also aim to improve alignment across the audit process and support innovation while remaining principles based. Review the Exposure Drafts and submit your comments to the IAASB by December 15, 2026. 

August 20, 2026

Resource, Article

CSSB Response Letter – ISSB Exposure Draft on Proposed Amendments to SASB Standards and IFRS S2 Guidance

The CSSB submitted its response letter to the ISSB on proposed amendments to the SASB Standards and IFRS S2 Industry-based Guidance, informed by feedback from more than 130 interested and affected parties across Canada. Read the response letter for more details.

August 20, 2026

Article, Resource

Read Our Response Letter: ISSB’s Proposed Amendments to the SASB Standards and IFRS S2 Industry-based Guidance

On March 26, 2026, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) issued the Exposure Draft, “Proposed amendments to the SASB Standards and IFRS S2 Industry-based Guidance.” The CSSB invites Canadian feedback on the proposed amendments to inform our response to the ISSB. Learn how to share your views with the CSSB by June 19, 2026. 

August 20, 2026

Article, Resource

Read Our Response Letter: Indigenous Engagement on Proposed Amendments to the SASB Standards and Consequential Amendments to IFRS S2 Industry-based Guidance

On March 26, 2026, the International Sustainability Standards Board issued the Exposure Draft, “Proposed amendments to the SASB Standards and IFRS S2 Industry-based Guidance.” The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board invites First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples to provide feedback on the proposed amendments, including the Indigenous Rights and Community Relations disclosure metric, to inform our response to the ISSB. Learn how to share your views by June 19, 2026.

August 20, 2026

Resource, Guidance

Section 3041, Agriculture – Productive Biological Assets Managed on a Collective Basis – What You Need to Know

Do you have questions about how to determine when there is a change in the carrying amount of productive biological assets managed on a collective basis? Read our non-authoritative resource, which is intended to support the application of Section 3041.

August 13, 2026

News

Rate-regulated Activities Transition Resource Group – Submit an issue

Did you know that the AcSB created a transition resource group to support the implementation of IFRS 20 Regulatory Assets and Regulatory Liabilities in Canada? We want to hear from you! If you are facing challenges, submit your issue for consideration. The Group discusses Canadian implementation issues that meet its agenda criteria.