Certified General Accountants of Ontario
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Certified General Accountants of Ontario (CGA Ontario) is the professional association of certified general accountant
s in the province of Ontario
, Canada
. It is the largest affiliate organization of CGAs in the world, responsible for the accreditation, regulation and professional development of more than 20,000 CGAs in fields such as business and industry, government, the public sector, and professional practice. CGA Ontario also administers and delivers the CGA program of professional studies to more than 8,000 students, granting exclusive rights to the CGA designation in Ontario.
, Ontario. It is an affiliate of the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada
(CGA Canada), the national accountancy body of CGAs in Canada, which comprises more than 10 provincial, territorial and international organizations. These organizations work collaboratively with CGA Canada
as a federation
.
CGA Ontario is one of two authorized designated bodies in the province of Ontario that may grant public accounting licences to its members. The Association was authorized by the Public Accountants Council for the Province of Ontario in June 2010.
The complete academic program consists of 19 courses, two business cases, and professional qualification exams: Foundation Studies, Advanced Studies, and PACE qualification.
The online learning environment is based on the Blackboard Learning System
. As a recognized leader in the delivery of online learning, CGA Ontario administers the online learning environment on behalf of several CGA affiliate organizations program in addition to administering the program to students enrolled in the province of Ontario.
(formed in 1913) with the proposal to form a branch in Toronto. By virtue of its size and rising industrial and commercial importance, Toronto had the greatest number of CGA aspirants outside Montreal, where CGA Canada
was based at the time (its head office is now located in Vancouver).
The Toronto Branch of CGA Canada
was formed in 1921 and comprised 35 members. Its head office was located in the Traders Bank of Canada Building, at 67 Yonge Street in Toronto. In 1932, Ivy Thomas, a member of CGA Ontario, became the first female CGA and one of the first female professional accountants in the history of Canada.
In 1952, CGA Canada
amended its national bylaws to refer to provincial “associations” rather than branches, and Toronto Branch was officially renamed CGA Ontario. In 1957, CGA Ontario was incorporated by a provincial charter, and a number of provincial branches became “chapters” of CGA Ontario. In 1973, CGA Ontario became the first association of accountants in Canada to implement a mandatory program of continuing professional development.
In 2010, CGA Ontario announced professional development partnerships with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) and the Richard Ivey School of Business. The partnership with HRPA provides members of both associations with access to each others' professional development opportunities. Partnering with the Ivey School of Business, CGA Ontario created the CGA Ontario/Ivey Strategic Leadership Program.
In June 2010, CGA Ontario was granted authorized designated body status by the Public Accountants Council for the Province of Ontario, enabling it to license CGAs in the province of Ontario to practise public accounting.
Today, CGA Ontario is the largest CGA affiliate organization in the world, and is a recognized leader in the delivery of distance learning and professional development.
The campaign features semi-transparent numbers overlaying images of today’s business environment, and the tagline, We see more than numbers, emphasizes the credibility and vision that CGAs bring to organizations and clientele.”
Certified General Accountant
Certified General Accountant is the designation of professionals who are jointly members of the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada and a provincial or territorial CGA association, or a CGA association overseas...
s in the province of Ontario
Ontario
Ontario is a province of Canada, located in east-central Canada. It is Canada's most populous province and second largest in total area. It is home to the nation's most populous city, Toronto, and the nation's capital, Ottawa....
, Canada
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
. It is the largest affiliate organization of CGAs in the world, responsible for the accreditation, regulation and professional development of more than 20,000 CGAs in fields such as business and industry, government, the public sector, and professional practice. CGA Ontario also administers and delivers the CGA program of professional studies to more than 8,000 students, granting exclusive rights to the CGA designation in Ontario.
About CGA Ontario
CGA Ontario is headquartered in TorontoToronto
Toronto is the provincial capital of Ontario and the largest city in Canada. It is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. A relatively modern city, Toronto's history dates back to the late-18th century, when its land was first purchased by the British monarchy from...
, Ontario. It is an affiliate of the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada
Certified General Accountants Association of Canada
The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada is the umbrella organization for Certified General Accountants. CGA-Canada represents 73,000 members and students living and working in Canada, and more than 80 countries around the world...
(CGA Canada), the national accountancy body of CGAs in Canada, which comprises more than 10 provincial, territorial and international organizations. These organizations work collaboratively with CGA Canada
Certified General Accountants Association of Canada
The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada is the umbrella organization for Certified General Accountants. CGA-Canada represents 73,000 members and students living and working in Canada, and more than 80 countries around the world...
as a federation
Federation
A federation , also known as a federal state, is a type of sovereign state characterized by a union of partially self-governing states or regions united by a central government...
.
CGA Ontario is one of two authorized designated bodies in the province of Ontario that may grant public accounting licences to its members. The Association was authorized by the Public Accountants Council for the Province of Ontario in June 2010.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Certified General Accountants of Ontario is to ensure its members merit the confidence and trust of all who rely upon their professional knowledge, skills, judgment and integrity, while advocating the use of their professional expertise in the public interest.CGA Program Of Professional Studies
The CGA program of professional studies is a multi-year process of accreditation through which individuals are granted the certified general accountant (CGA) designation. Recognized for its commitment to quality, integrity and thorough skills development, the program meets the highest of standards in leading-edge financial management competencies, integrated computer technologies and independent learning.Competency-based Learning
The CGA program is a competency-based curriculum that requires candidates to perform tasks and roles to standards expected in the work environment. The knowledge, skills and professional values required of a CGA are based on the CGA Competency Framework, a list of 130 competencies required of a newly certified CGA, under three general areas: professionalism, leadership and professional knowledge.The complete academic program consists of 19 courses, two business cases, and professional qualification exams: Foundation Studies, Advanced Studies, and PACE qualification.
Online Delivery
The CGA program of professional studies is designed to provide the greatest degree of flexibility while ensuring the highest academic standards. Students complete their studies using an online learning environment that integrates text materials, study guides, video and audio tools, discussion forums, group case study and project work, web research and email. It enables candidates to work full-time while studying on a part-time basis, and to continue studies without disruption in the event of travel or relocation.The online learning environment is based on the Blackboard Learning System
Blackboard Learning System
The Blackboard Learning System is a virtual learning environment and course management system developed by Blackboard Inc. Features include course management, a customizable open architecture, and a scalable design that allows for integration with student information systems and authentication...
. As a recognized leader in the delivery of online learning, CGA Ontario administers the online learning environment on behalf of several CGA affiliate organizations program in addition to administering the program to students enrolled in the province of Ontario.
Governance
CGA Ontario is a self-governing body, governed by the provisions of the Certified General Accountants of Ontario Act, 2010, the CGA Ontario By-Law, and the CGA Ontario Code of Ethical Principles and Rules of Conduct. Elections to CGA Ontario’s board of directors are held on an annual basis via an online voting system during the month of May. Terms are staggered and newly elected directors assume office in June. Administration of the Association is conducted from the office of the chief executive officer. The Association’s 18 chapters are administered by an elected board of directors and chapter chair.History
CGA Ontario traces its history to 1916, when CGAs living in Ontario approached CGA CanadaCertified General Accountants Association of Canada
The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada is the umbrella organization for Certified General Accountants. CGA-Canada represents 73,000 members and students living and working in Canada, and more than 80 countries around the world...
(formed in 1913) with the proposal to form a branch in Toronto. By virtue of its size and rising industrial and commercial importance, Toronto had the greatest number of CGA aspirants outside Montreal, where CGA Canada
Certified General Accountants Association of Canada
The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada is the umbrella organization for Certified General Accountants. CGA-Canada represents 73,000 members and students living and working in Canada, and more than 80 countries around the world...
was based at the time (its head office is now located in Vancouver).
The Toronto Branch of CGA Canada
Certified General Accountants Association of Canada
The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada is the umbrella organization for Certified General Accountants. CGA-Canada represents 73,000 members and students living and working in Canada, and more than 80 countries around the world...
was formed in 1921 and comprised 35 members. Its head office was located in the Traders Bank of Canada Building, at 67 Yonge Street in Toronto. In 1932, Ivy Thomas, a member of CGA Ontario, became the first female CGA and one of the first female professional accountants in the history of Canada.
In 1952, CGA Canada
Certified General Accountants Association of Canada
The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada is the umbrella organization for Certified General Accountants. CGA-Canada represents 73,000 members and students living and working in Canada, and more than 80 countries around the world...
amended its national bylaws to refer to provincial “associations” rather than branches, and Toronto Branch was officially renamed CGA Ontario. In 1957, CGA Ontario was incorporated by a provincial charter, and a number of provincial branches became “chapters” of CGA Ontario. In 1973, CGA Ontario became the first association of accountants in Canada to implement a mandatory program of continuing professional development.
In 2010, CGA Ontario announced professional development partnerships with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) and the Richard Ivey School of Business. The partnership with HRPA provides members of both associations with access to each others' professional development opportunities. Partnering with the Ivey School of Business, CGA Ontario created the CGA Ontario/Ivey Strategic Leadership Program.
In June 2010, CGA Ontario was granted authorized designated body status by the Public Accountants Council for the Province of Ontario, enabling it to license CGAs in the province of Ontario to practise public accounting.
Today, CGA Ontario is the largest CGA affiliate organization in the world, and is a recognized leader in the delivery of distance learning and professional development.
Advertising
We see more than numbers is the first national advertising campaign in the history of the CGA designation. It was conceived by Grip Limited, a communications agency based in Toronto, whose clients have included Honda, Cadbury Adams, Glaxo Smith Kline, and lululemon athletica.The campaign features semi-transparent numbers overlaying images of today’s business environment, and the tagline, We see more than numbers, emphasizes the credibility and vision that CGAs bring to organizations and clientele.”
Business and Finance
- Ann Godbehere – Member, Board of Directors, UBS
- Stephen Letwin - President and Chief Executive Officer, IamgoldIAMGOLDIamgold Corporation is a Toronto based international gold producer. The company is engaged in the exploration, development, and production of mineral resource properties throughout the world.-Operations:...
- Sergio MarchionneSergio MarchionneSergio Marchionne is an international manager best known for his turnaround of the Italian automotive group Fiat and, more recently, for managing the US automotive group Chrysler from bankruptcy to profitability...
– Chief Executive Officer, Fiat S.p.A and Fiat Group Automobiles - Ray Patrick - President, Mary KayMary KayMary Kay, Inc. is a privately held company that sells skin care and cosmetics products. Mary Kay World Headquarters is located in Addison, Texas, United States, a Dallas suburb. Mary Kay Ash founded Mary Kay Inc. on Friday, September 13, 1963...
Canada - K. Rai SahiK. Rai SahiK. Rai Sahi is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Morguard Corporation, one of Canada's largest integrated real estate companies, and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ClubLink Enterprises Limited, Canada’s largest owner and operator of member golf clubs...
– President and CEO, ClubLinkClublinkClubLink Enterprises Limited is Canada's largest owner and operator of golf courses. It is based in Aurora, Ontario, and trades on the TSX under the symbol "CLK". It was founded in 1993 by entrepreneur Bruce Simmonds...
Corporation
Politics
- Bruce CrozierBruce CrozierBruce Crozier was a politician in Ontario, Canada. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, representing the riding of Essex for the Ontario Liberal Party.-Background:...
– Member of Provincial Parliament, Essex County - Bryan HayesBryan HayesBryan Hayes is a Canadian politician. He was elected to the Canadian House of Commons for the federal Conservative Party of Canada in the 2011 election, representing the Sault Ste. Marie riding.-Background:...
– Member of Parliament, Sault Ste. Marie - Yasmin RatansiYasmin RatansiYasmin Ratansi is a Canadian politician, who represented the riding of Don Valley East in the Canadian House of Commons. She is a member of the Liberal Party. Ratansi is an Ismaili Muslim, and was the first Muslim woman elected to the Canadian House of Commons.-Before politics:Born in Dar es...
– Former Member of Parliament, Don Valley East - Carl ZehrCarl ZehrCarl Zehr is the mayor of Kitchener, Ontario. He has held the position since 1997, after serving as a city councillor from 1985 to 1994, and is the longest serving mayor in the history of Kitchener. He is a member of the Large Urban Mayors' Caucus of Ontario and served as its chair in 1999...
– Mayor of Kitchener, Ontario
Public Sector
- Deepak ChopraDeepak Chopra (Canada Post)Deepak Chopra is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Canada Post Corporation, known more simply as Canada Post , the Canadian crown corporation which functions as the country's primary postal operator...
– President and Chief Executive Officer, Canada PostCanada PostCanada Post Corporation, known more simply as Canada Post , is the Canadian crown corporation which functions as the country's primary postal operator... - Joseph PennachettiJoseph PennachettiJoseph Pennachetti is City Manager for the City of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. As City Manager, Pennachetti oversees the delivery of more than 40 major services to a population of 2.7 million people in the fifth largest city in North America....
– City Manager, City of Toronto