Participants will explore ethical responsibilities and decision-making for CPAs working in Canadian government and non-profit environments, with a focus on stewardship, accountability, and applying the CPA Code of Professional Conduct in complex, real-world scenarios. The course emphasizes navigating legal and institutional constraints, documenting professional judgment, and responding effectively to ethical pressures in hierarchical and publicly accountable settings.

• CPAs working in government, crown corporations, publicly funded organizations, or non-profits, and those who wish to better understand public-sector ethical responsibilities and governance constraints. 

• Explain the ethical responsibilities of CPAs working in government, Crown corporations, and publicly funded organizations. 
• Identify the legal, policy, and institutional constraints that shape ethical decision-making in the public sector. 
• Apply the CPA Code of Professional Conduct to common ethical dilemmas in government and non-profit contexts. 
• Distinguish between political direction, managerial pressure, and professional responsibility. 
• Use a structured decision-making framework to analyze issues, document professional judgment, and determine appropriate actions. 

• The ethical environment of Canadian public service: public interest, stewardship, and accountability. 
• Legal and policy frameworks affecting decision making, including statutory authority, procurement, and oversight mechanisms. 
• Ethical risks in public sector activities such as procurement, grants, emergency spending, and reporting. 
• Application of structured ethical decision-making frameworks under real world pressures. 
• Professional courage, accountability, and strategies for raising concerns within hierarchical organizations.

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.