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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WINTER 2017 CPABC PD PROGRAM For detailed course descriptions or a complete schedule of upcoming PD seminars , visit our website at pd . bccpa . ca . To register , call CPABC at 604-872-7222 and ask for the PD department , or email us at pdreg @ bccpa . ca with any questions .
SPRING / SUMMER PROGRAM To see what ’ s being offered in our spring / summer 2017 program , be sure to check our updated listings online at pd . bccpa . ca in late March .
ACCOUNTING & ASSURANCE ASPE : Basic This seminar will provide participants with knowledge and understanding of the commonly used elements of accounting standards for private enterprises ( ASPE ), including the application of measurement standards , information required to be presented in statements for basic operations , and financial statement disclosures for basic statements . Feb 22 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
ASPE : Construction Industry This seminar will explore , in a practical manner , the ASPE in Part II of the CPA Canada Handbook that are applicable to the construction industry . Feb 9 , 9am-12:30pm , Vancouver
ASPE : Real Estate Industry This seminar will explore the ASPE that are applicable to the real estate industry , and make a link to REALpac in a practical manner . It will look at accounting issues encountered by builders , developers , and landlords who have direct or indirect ownership of the real estate . Feb 22 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
IFRS : Revenue Recognition Standards This course will provide participants with an understanding of the new five-step revenue recognition framework under Part I of the CPA Canada Handbook – International Financial Reporting Standards 15 , and will explain how to apply this framework . Feb 20 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
Review Engagements – Applying the New Standard This full-day seminar will provide an in-depth review of the application of the new Canadian standard on review engagements , CSRE 2400 – Engagements to Review Historical Financial Statements , which is effective for periods ending on or after December 14 , 2017 . Jan 25 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
WEALTH MANAGEMENT The Procrastinator ’ s Guide to Retirement We ’ re told that the earlier we start saving the better and that the “ magic of compounding ” will make our dreams come true . But for most people , it ’ s simply not possible . This seminar will explain how to plan and save for retirement beginning later in life , with 10 years or less to go . Feb 24 , 9am-5pm , Victoria Mar 17 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
The Simplest Personal Finance Strategy Ever The truth when it comes to personal finances is simple : People ’ s quest to secure a comfortable retirement often ends up making them poor and others rich . This seminar will explore the concept of ensuring cash flow when it comes to personal finances , rather than trying to build wealth as measured by net worth . Feb 23 , 9am-5pm , Victoria
Enough Bull : How to Retire Well without the Stock Market This seminar will explore a safe , easy-toimplement retirement strategy that doesn ’ t require an extraordinary financial advisor to make it work . Mar 16 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
CORPORATE FINANCE Budgeting & Financial Management : Understanding Budgeting Variance This interactive full-day seminar will enable participants to understand and use financial information , adopt a disciplined approach to managing budgets , and communicate with financial specialists . Feb 1 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
Business Valuations : Beyond the Basics Building on the concepts explored in our Business Valuations : Introduction seminar , this course offers a more detailed insight into some of the more complex issues associated with business valuations . Feb 16 , 9am-5pm , Surrey Feb 23 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
TAXATION Income Tax-Planning Refresher for Corporate Tax This two-day seminar is designed for individuals involved in corporate tax matters who want to increase or refresh their knowledge in the area of corporate taxation . Jan 23-24 , 9am-5pm , Victoria Jan 26-27 , 9am-5pm , Kelowna Mar 16-17 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
PST Essentials This seminar will provide an overview of the BC provincial sales tax ( PST ), including which goods and services are subject to PST , the differences between PST and GST , and the related tax-reporting responsibilities . Feb 16 , 9am-5pm , Vancouver
Visit us at pd . bccpa . ca for a comprehensive list of available titles , and email us at pdreg @ bccpa . ca if you have any questions .
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