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CGAs in Business for Better Business

The Advantages of a Growing Organization

CGA is the fastest-growing accounting designation in Canada.  As CGA grows, so do the benefits and influence of the CGA designation.

A Reputation of Excellence and Integrity

Protecting the public interest and the integrity and value of the CGA brand is top priority for the Association.  The Province of Alberta charges the Association, as a self-regulating body, to establish, promote and enforce professional competency and ethical standards though practice reviews and the complaint review process.

Rigorous Professional Education

Our Program of Professional Studies educates and certifies the best accountants in the country.  CGAs must complete a post-secondary degree before certification.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

CGA Alberta provides market-relevant CPD programming designed to improve skills and advance careers. CPD is delivered in the classroom, at special events, and online.  CGA Alberta participates in PDNet, and online resource designed to serve the information and professional development needs of CGAs. 

Protecting the Rights of Our Members

CGAs in Alberta have full practice rights in Alberta.  We work with other CGA affiliates to promote and protect practice rights nationwide, and to protect our self-regulation. 

Promoting the CGA Brand

CGA advertises to promote brand awareness and brand loyalty amoung employers and user of accounting services.  

Great Career Opportunities

CGA Connect is an online hiring resources where employers, CGAs, and CGA students meet to further careers and make business better. 

Success in Public Practice

The Public Practice Referral Service on CGA Connect brings clients and CGA firms together.

The Approved Employer Online Services

The Approved Employer Program (AEP) creates partnerships between CGA Alberta and companies that provide an effective working and training environment.  AEP supports members and students in the workplace and promotes better business.  Partnerships with leading companies reinforce the desirability of the CGA brand. 

Building the CGA Network

The Association keeps CGAs in touch with each other and the latest CGA news thought publications like the email e-Advocate newsletter and website.  CGA Alberta supports regional chapters, and hosts networking and mentoring events that bring members, students, and businesses together.   

Leadership in Public Policy

Vision 2020 is a flagship public policy project, supported by the CGA Alberta Research and Education Foundation and partnered with the Alberta Chambers of Commerce (ACC), to promote long-term planning in Alberta, especially as it relates to the stewardship of resources revenue and long-term fiscal sustainability.     

Recognizing Excellence

Outstanding students are supported with scholarships provided though the CGA Alberta Research and Education Foundation and other CGA partners.  The Association also honours CGAs who contribute to the profession and the public interest. 

Financial and Service Benefits

Through the Association, members and students enjoy preferred rates on insurance and many consumer-and business-relates products and services. 

In Business For Better Business Brochure

The information above is available in a printed brochure.  If you would like copies please contact the office.   

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