CPABC in Focus November/ December 2015 | Page 9

NOTES & NEWS Note to Employers: ACAF program gives accounting staff a chance to hone skills More support available In addition to the CPABC Benevolent Fund, CPABC offers a free confidential counselling service through Optum Health Services Canada. All members and students, along with their immediate family members, may access this service. Counselling covers a wide variety of topics, including stress management, relationship issues, and career development. Optum also provides nutritional coaching, financial and legal referrals, work/ life advice, and other useful resources. Visit the Member Benefits section of bccpa.ca for more information. T his September, CPA Canada launched the Advanced Certificate in Accounting and Finance (ACAF) program for those seeking a challenging and