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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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August 4, 2015

Meeting Summary

PSA Discussion Group – Report on May 7, 2015 Meeting

Read the report for details about the discussions at the Group’s most recent meeting.

April 21, 2015

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PSA Discussion Group – Report on January 15, 2015 Meeting

Read the report for details about the discussions at the Group’s most recent meeting.

July 7, 2014

Meeting Summary

PSA Discussion Group – Report on May 6, 2014 Meeting

Read the report for details about the discussions at the Group’s most recent meeting.

March 17, 2014

Meeting Summary

PSA Discussion Group – Report on January 7, 2014 Meeting

Read the report for details about the discussions at the Group’s most recent meeting.

November 5, 2013

Meeting Summary

PSA Discussion Group – Report on September 5, 2013 Meeting

Read the report for details about the discussions at the Group’s most recent meeting.

Meeting Summary

IFRS® Accounting Standards Discussion Group Recording – September 17, 2026

Watch the video recording of our September meeting. Agenda topics included IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements: Management-defined Performance Measures – Public Communications, IFRS 18: Management-defined Performance Measures – Hypothetical Income and Expenses, IAS 28 Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures: Election to Measure Investments in Associates or Joint Ventures at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss, and more. Watch our meeting for a limited time, on demand.

June 8, 2023

Meeting Summary

Now Available! Meeting Report from PSA Discussion Group Meeting – June 8, 2023

At its June meeting, the Group discussed the impacts of rising inflation and economic environment on financial reporting, public sector considerations for the Auditor’s reporting on Going Concern, and more. Read the Meeting Report for full details.

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On-demand Webinar – PSAB’s Exposure Draft, “Intangible Assets, Proposed Section PS 3155”

Watch a recording of our March 18, 2025, webinar to learn more about our Exposure Draft, “Intangible Assets, Proposed Section PS 3155.” Viewing this webinar and successful completion of the quiz may count towards your CPD requirements.

International Activity, News

Global Initiative to Develop Financial Reporting Guidance for Not-for-Profit Organizations (#IFR4NPO) 

AcSB staff are participating in a global initiative to develop non-authoritative financial reporting guidance for not-for-profit organizations (NFPOs) in jurisdictions that, unlike Canada, currently do not have NFPO accounting standards. The first in a series of three Exposure Drafts has recently been issued. Interested Canadians are encouraged to respond by March 31, 2023. Read our article for full details.

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COVID-19 News and Resources

Canada’s standard-setting boards are monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic closely. We are committed to providing information to help our stakeholders stay informed and address the challenges that may come during this time. Bookmark this webpage to stay up to date on our news and resources.