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Volunteer Opportunity – IFRS® Accounting Standards Discussion Group

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Want to help shape the future of global accounting standards? Join the AcSB’s IFRS® Accounting Standards Discussion Group to connect with financial reporting experts, stay ahead of emerging issues, share your expertise, and help inform standard setting in Canada and beyond. Apply by October 30, 2026.

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

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How should not-for-profit organizations report their relationships with controlled and related entities? Join the AcSB for a virtual roundtable discussion on its Consultation Paper, Improvements to Section 4450, Reporting Controlled and Related Entities by Not-for-Profit Organizations. Gain insight into the proposed changes, discuss potential impacts on not-for-profit organizations, and share your perspective directly with the Board. Participate in the French session on October 28, 2026, or the English session on October 29, 2026.

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

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Don't miss the opportunity to shape Canadian auditing standards. The AASB is seeking feedback on proposed revisions to CAS 330, The Auditor’s Responses to Assessed Risks, CAS 500, Audit Evidence, and CAS 520, Analytical Procedures. This is your opportunity to share your perspective and ensure it is reflected in the final standards. Submit your comments by November 2, 2026.

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September 27, 2017

International Activity

IASB® Exposure Draft – Definition of Material (Proposed amendments to IAS 1 and IAS 8)

The IASB has issued an Exposure Draft proposing amendments to IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements and IAS 8 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors. Canadian stakeholders are encouraged to submit their comments to the IASB by January 15, 2018.

September 26, 2017

News

New! Honourary Member – Public Sector Accounting Discussion Group

To recognize his leadership in establishing the Group in 2013, PSAB has invited recently retired PSAB Chair Rod Monette to be the first honourary Group member. This honourary membership will be reserved for each immediate past-Chair of PSAB.

September 18, 2017

International Activity

IASB® Exposure Draft – Accounting Policies and Accounting Estimates (Proposed amendments to IAS 8)

The IASB has issued an Exposure Draft proposing amendments to IAS 8 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors. Canadian stakeholders are encouraged to submit their comments to the IASB by January 15, 2018.

August 23, 2017

News

Public Sector Accounting Discussion Group – New Mandate

At its June meeting, PSAB approved an updated mandate that would allow the Group to discuss emerging issues and other public sector financial reporting issues, in addition to issues of application of the PSA Handbook. The Group is currently accepting submissions for its November 17, 2017 meeting.

August 15, 2017

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IFRS Discussion Group – Did you know?

The Group’s database has over 15 topics on IFRS 9, IFRS 15 and IFRS 16. Read and listen to recently added topics like modifications or exchanges of financial liabilities, seller’s right to variable consideration in an asset sale, and easements.

July 26, 2017

News

Webinar – Explore AASB’s New Auditor Reporting Standard

Tune in to this free webinar on October 3, 2017 (English) to explore the AASB’s new auditor reporting standard. Hear about the factors the AASB considered when approving the standard, its key features, and how implementation is being supported.

July 19, 2017

News

IFRS Discussion Group – Report on May 30, 2017 Meeting

Read the report for details about the Group’s discussions.

June 26, 2017

International Activity

IASB Exposure Draft – Property, Plant and Equipment—Proceeds before Intended Use (Proposed amendments to IAS 16)

The IASB has issued an Exposure Draft proposing amendments to IAS 16 Property, Plant and Equipment. Canadian stakeholders are encouraged to submit their comments to the IASB by October 19, 2017.

May 23, 2017

International Activity

Final Standard – Insurance Contracts

The IASB has issued IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts, which replaces interim standard IFRS 4 and applies to all types of insurance contracts. IFRS 17 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2021 with earlier application permitted for companies that also apply IFRS 9 and IFRS 15.

May 19, 2017

News

AASB Operating Plan – 2017-2018

The Operating Plan sets out the AASB’s objectives and planned activities along with other initiatives to be undertaken in 2017-2018.