International Alliances
The accounting profession is experiencing growth worldwide, reflecting the demand for accredited professional accountants who have expertise in international accounting standards. CGA Canada and its international partners, believe that the profession is best served by partnerships which promote global standards, and enhance the value of accountants in the workplace and by qualifications which provide opportunity for talented people to develop skills required by employers.
CGA Canada currently has Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) with the following international accounting bodies:
- ACCA
- CPA Australia
- CPA Ireland
- OEC de France
ACCA
The Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) between CGA Canada and ACCA brings together two international accounting associations with similar values and approaches that reflects the continuing globalization of the profession. The agreement provides a mechanism for members to become designated by the other association. It also formalizes the relationship between two internationally active professional accounting bodies.
Information for CGAs
CGA members can gain membership with ACCA by completing a short Overview to UK Tax and Law course offered by ACCA, and remaining a CGA member in good standing.
CGAs can find detailed information and application forms for joining ACCA on the following page:
Information for CGAs
Information for ACCAs
ACCA members can gain membership with CGA by completing a short Overview to Canadian Tax and Law course offered by CGA-PD Net and by remaining an ACCA member in good standing. Furthermore, ACCAs admitted to membership after July 31, 1998, must have a degree from a post-secondary institution recognized by CGA.
IMPORTANT: You must be a full, designated member of ACCA in order to join CGA via the MRA. ACCA student or affiliate members cannot apply via the MRA. However, ACCA student and affiliate members can apply directly to the CGA Program of Professional Studies and may be eligible for transfer credit - please contact questions@cga-alberta.org for more information.
ACCAs can find detailed information and application forms for joining CGA on the following page:
Information for ACCAs
If you have any further questions, please contact us at MemberService@cga-alberta.org
CPA Australia
CGA Canada and CPA Australia entered into a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) to further develop the relationship between the two bodies and establish guidelines on how qualified members can gain reciprocal membership. Members of each body are eligible to join the other body and, upon completion of additional studies, will advance to CGA or CPA status.
Information for CGAs
CGA members can find detailed information and application forms for joining CPA Australia on the following page:
Information for CGAs
Information for CPAs (Australia)
CPA Australia members can find detailed information and application forms for joining CGA on the following page:
Information for CPAs (Australia)
IMPORTANT: Although someone working in Canada can hold the CPA (Australia) designation, they CANNOT refer to it in a manner that may lead the Public to believe they are a CPA (United States). Specifically, do not put the "CPA" letters after your name within the Canadian business environment. This is per the Regulated Accounting Profession Act of Alberta.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at MemberService@cga-alberta.org
CPA Ireland
CGA Canada and CPA Ireland have entered into a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). The MRA establishes a strategic partnership between the two leading accounting organizations and gives members the opportunity to qualify for a second designation. Under the agreement, members in good standing of either body will be considered for membership by the other body.
Information for CGAs
CGA members can find detailed information and application forms for joining CPA Ireland on the following page:
Information for CGAs
Information for CPAs (Ireland)
CPA Ireland members can find detailed information and application forms for joining CGA on the following page:
Information for CPAs (Ireland)
IMPORTANT: Although someone working in Canada can hold the CPA (Ireland) designation, they CANNOT refer to it in a manner that may lead the Public to believe they are a CPA (United States). Specifically, do not put the "CPA" letters after your name within the Canadian business environment. This is per the Regulated Accounting Profession Act of Alberta.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at MemberService@cga-alberta.org
OEC de France
The CGA Canada and Ordre des Experts-Comptables de France Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) strengthens the already excellent relationship between the two bodies. It provides a route for qualified members of either body to become a member of the other body. The agreement also provides a platform for greater collaboration. Perhaps most important of all, is that in today's environment, strategic alliances are integral to ensure continued global recognition.
Information for CGAs
CGA members can find detailed information and application forms for joining OEC de France on the following page:
Information for CGAs
Information for OECs
OEC de France members can find detailed information and application forms for joining CGA on the following page:
Information for OECs
If you have any further questions, please contact us at MemberService@cga-alberta.org
