Audits - Update 2026 (Live Webinar)
Overview
Participants will receive a concise update on recently approved and proposed changes to the CPA Canada Handbook – Assurance that affect audit engagements. Participants will also examine current AASB/IAASB projects and practice inspection themes to identify impacts on planning, execution, and reporting.
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Applicable for
- Practitioners performing audits of small and medium-sized private entities.
- Practitioners serving not-for-profit organizations.
- Audit managers and seniors responsible for engagement planning and file quality.
Learning Objectives
- Describe how revisions to Canadian Auditing Standards may affect upcoming audit engagements.
- Anticipate pending changes and assess their implications for audit planning and procedures.
- Summarize recent practice inspection findings and apply practical steps to address them.
- Locate tools and resources that support efficient, compliant audits.
Content
- Recently revised standards relevant to audits.
- Current exposure drafts and projects in progress.
- Practice matters and inspection highlights, including observations related to CAS and quality management.
- AASB and IAASB active projects and implementation considerations.
Course Dates & Registration
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PATRICIA DAHM, CPA, has been a CPA since 1985. She has a diverse background in public practice that included being a practice reviewer and Associate Partner with Deloitte. Presently, she has a small practice where she provides consulting services to various public accounting firms regarding practice management, monitoring, and technical assistance for assurance, quality management implementation, ASPE, ASNFPO and IFRS issues. Patricia also has a passion for sharing her experiences with those wanting to enter the profession and has taught various fourth-level accounting and assurance degree courses at SAIT. PATRICIA DAHM, CPA, has been a CPA since 1985. She has a diverse background in public practice that included being a practice reviewer and Associate Partner with Deloitte. Presently, she has a small practice where she provides consulting services to various public accounting firms regarding practice management, monitoring, and technical assistance for assurance, quality management implementation, ASPE, ASNFPO and IFRS issues. Patricia also has a passion for sharing her experiences with those wanting to enter the profession and has taught various fourth-level accounting and assurance degree courses at SAIT. PATRICIA DAHM, CPA, has been a CPA since 1985. She has a diverse background in public practice that included being a practice reviewer and Associate Partner with Deloitte. Presently, she has a small practice where she provides consulting services to various public accounting firms regarding practice management, monitoring, and technical assistance for assurance, quality management implementation, ASPE, ASNFPO and IFRS issues. Patricia also has a passion for sharing her experiences with those wanting to enter the profession and has taught various fourth-level accounting and assurance degree courses at SAIT..webp?language=en-CA)
ROBIN DIEHL, CPA, CA, CBV is a business valuator and a business analyst. Robin has vast experience presenting internal and external courses, including courses for undergraduates, professional designations and private firms. She has helped author various accounting courses and composed professional examination questions. Her areas of focus include financial accounting, financial reporting and assurance topics. ROBIN DIEHL, CPA, CA, CBV is a business valuator and a business analyst. Robin has vast experience presenting internal and external courses, including courses for undergraduates, professional designations and private firms. She has helped author various accounting courses and composed professional examination questions. Her areas of focus include financial accounting, financial reporting and assurance topics.Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns.
In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.
Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.
Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department.
- 3.5
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 5
- Credits
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
Audits - Update 2026 (Live Webinar)
- 3.5
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 5
- Credits
Overview
Participants will receive a concise update on recently approved and proposed changes to the CPA Canada Handbook – Assurance that affect audit engagements. Participants will also examine current AASB/IAASB projects and practice inspection themes to identify impacts on planning, execution, and reporting.
|
|
Applicable for
- Practitioners performing audits of small and medium-sized private entities.
- Practitioners serving not-for-profit organizations.
- Audit managers and seniors responsible for engagement planning and file quality.
Learning Objectives
- Describe how revisions to Canadian Auditing Standards may affect upcoming audit engagements.
- Anticipate pending changes and assess their implications for audit planning and procedures.
- Summarize recent practice inspection findings and apply practical steps to address them.
- Locate tools and resources that support efficient, compliant audits.
Content
- Recently revised standards relevant to audits.
- Current exposure drafts and projects in progress.
- Practice matters and inspection highlights, including observations related to CAS and quality management.
- AASB and IAASB active projects and implementation considerations.
Course Dates & Registration
PATRICIA DAHM, CPA, has been a CPA since 1985. She has a diverse background in public practice that included being a practice reviewer and Associate Partner with Deloitte. Presently, she has a small practice where she provides consulting services to various public accounting firms regarding practice management, monitoring, and technical assistance for assurance, quality management implementation, ASPE, ASNFPO and IFRS issues. Patricia also has a passion for sharing her experiences with those wanting to enter the profession and has taught various fourth-level accounting and assurance degree courses at SAIT. PATRICIA DAHM, CPA, has been a CPA since 1985. She has a diverse background in public practice that included being a practice reviewer and Associate Partner with Deloitte. Presently, she has a small practice where she provides consulting services to various public accounting firms regarding practice management, monitoring, and technical assistance for assurance, quality management implementation, ASPE, ASNFPO and IFRS issues. Patricia also has a passion for sharing her experiences with those wanting to enter the profession and has taught various fourth-level accounting and assurance degree courses at SAIT. PATRICIA DAHM, CPA, has been a CPA since 1985. She has a diverse background in public practice that included being a practice reviewer and Associate Partner with Deloitte. Presently, she has a small practice where she provides consulting services to various public accounting firms regarding practice management, monitoring, and technical assistance for assurance, quality management implementation, ASPE, ASNFPO and IFRS issues. Patricia also has a passion for sharing her experiences with those wanting to enter the profession and has taught various fourth-level accounting and assurance degree courses at SAIT. ROBIN DIEHL, CPA, CA, CBV is a business valuator and a business analyst. Robin has vast experience presenting internal and external courses, including courses for undergraduates, professional designations and private firms. She has helped author various accounting courses and composed professional examination questions. Her areas of focus include financial accounting, financial reporting and assurance topics. ROBIN DIEHL, CPA, CA, CBV is a business valuator and a business analyst. Robin has vast experience presenting internal and external courses, including courses for undergraduates, professional designations and private firms. She has helped author various accounting courses and composed professional examination questions. Her areas of focus include financial accounting, financial reporting and assurance topics.Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns.
In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.
Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.
Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department.
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.