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August 17, 2021

Document for Comment

AcSB Exposure Draft – Initial Application of IFRS 17 and IFRS 9―Comparative Information (Proposed amendment to IFRS 17)

The AcSB issued its Exposure Draft that corresponds to the IASB’s Exposure Draft on this topic. Canadian stakeholders who would like their feedback considered prior to the AcSB finalizing its comment letter are encouraged to submit comments to the AcSB by September 15, 2021.

August 6, 2021

International Activity

IPSASB issues four new Exposure Drafts on how to measure assets and liabilities in the public sector

The IPSASB released four new Exposure Drafts on how to measure assets and liabilities in the public sector. PSAB encourages stakeholders to send comments directly to the IPSASB by October 25, 2021. 

If you would like us to consider your feedback during the development of our response, please reply to our Board by October 11, 2021.

August 5, 2021

International Activity

AcSB Response – Regulatory Assets and Regulatory Liabilities

On July 29, 2021, the AcSB responded to the IASB’s Exposure Draft, issued in January 2021. The AcSB’s letter supports the proposed accounting model for regulatory assets and regulatory liabilities as it will increase the usefulness, understandability, and comparability of an entity’s financial statements. The letter provides suggestions in certain areas to ease application and enhance the relevance of the information provided. Read our letter to find out more!

August 4, 2021

International Activity

IASB Exposure Draft – Initial Application of IFRS 17 and IFRS 9—Comparative Information (Proposed amendment to IFRS 17)

The IASB issued an Exposure Draft proposing an amendment to IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts. The amendment is targeted in nature to improve the usefulness of comparative information presented on initial application of IFRS 17 and IFRS 9 Financial Instruments. Canadian stakeholders are encouraged to submit their comments to the IASB by September 27, 2021.

August 4, 2021

Meeting Summary

AcSB Decision Summary – July 21-22, 2021

The Board discussed Business Combinations under Common Control, Contributions, FASB Agenda Consultation, Insurance, Interest Benchmark (IBOR) Reform, International Financial Reporting for Not-for-Profit Organizations, Rate Regulated Activities, Sustainability, Third Agenda Consultation, and more. Read the Decision Summary for full details, including how stakeholders can provide feedback on these initiatives.

July 30, 2021

International Activity

Update – IASB and AcSB extend comment period on Exposure Draft – Disclosure Requirements in IFRS Standards

The IASB extended the comment period for its Exposure Draft to January 12, 2022. The extended comment period will allow more time for preparers to engage in fieldwork and provide feedback on the practical application of the proposals. The AcSB updated its Exposure Draft that corresponds to the IASB’s Exposure Draft to reflect the extended deadline.

July 29, 2021

International Activity

Canada submits offer to host International Sustainability Standards Board

Private and public institutions across the country have come together to offer Canada as the global headquarters for the new International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). The offer was facilitated by CPA Canada and formally submitted by the Government of Canada to the IFRS Foundation this week, backed by organizations such as pension funds, financial institutions, securities regulators, a leading First Nations organization, accounting firms, insurance companies, and other large Canadian companies, along with the support of the country’s six largest municipalities and a broad cross-sector of Canada’s leading business, academic, and environmental stakeholder organizations. 

July 28, 2021

Document for Comment

Exposure Draft – Employee Benefits, Proposed Section 3251

PSAB issued Exposure Draft – “Employee Benefits, Proposed Section 3251,” which outlines principles for the first of several phases of the revised employee benefits standard. In this first phase, the Board focused on discount rate guidance and deferral provisions. 

We want your feedback to our Exposure Draft – respond by November 25, 2021!

July 28, 2021

Resource, In Brief

In Brief – Exposure Draft, “Employee Benefits, Proposed Section PS 3251”

Read PSAB’s plain and simple overview of our Exposure Draft, “Employee Benefits, Proposed Section PS 3251.” The first phase of this multi-phase standard focuses on discount rate guidance and deferral provisions. Learn more about our key proposals and submit your comments on the Exposure Draft by November 25, 2021! 

July 26, 2021

International Activity

IASB Exposure Draft – Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosures

What do you think about the IASB’s proposal for a reduced disclosure IFRS Standard that would apply on a voluntary basis to subsidiaries that are SMEs and do not have public accountability? The IASB issued an Exposure Draft relating to its Disclosure Initiative—Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosures project. Have your say by January 31, 2022.