Tools & Resources

Need Guidance? CPA New Brunswick Regulatory Team Is Here to Help

Have a question about accounting, assurance, or professional conduct matters? CPA New Brunswick's Regulatory Team offers a confidential advisory service to help members navigate professional matters with greater confidence.

Reminder: It’s time for businesses and other entities to report unclaimed property

Under New Brunswick’s Unclaimed Property Act, businesses and other entities have a legal obligation to review their books for money or monetary property that is waiting to be reunited with its rightful owners.

Do you know someone providing services that may only be performed by a CPA?

If you believe an individual or organization may be providing services described above and is not a member of CPA New Brunswick, please contact us!

CPA Canada Dues and Membership Changes

Your current CPA Canada membership will continue until April 1, 2026. After that date, membership with CPA Canada will become voluntary.

First Nations Financial Statement and Audit Research Lead Report

The First Nations Financial Management Board identifies systemic challenges causing late audited statements and outlines solutions focused on capacity-building, streamlined regulations, and stronger financial governance.

Are your business clients ready to report unclaimed property?

It’s time for your clients to review their books to see if they’re holding any unclaimed money or other monetary property that belongs to someone else!

CRA Roundtable 2025: Responses Now Available

Earlier this year, CPA New Brunswick invited members to submit questions for the 2025 CRA Roundtable, in collaboration with CPA Canada and the other provincial CPA bodies.

Upcoming AcSB Events

The AcSB is hosting some upcoming events regarding the Goodwill and Intangibles Exposure Draft and Detailed Review of ASPE Consultation Paper.

AcSB’s Future Work Plan Consultation – Part IV Pension Plans Survey

Share your thoughts on potential topics for the AcSB’s future work plan affecting pension plans and benefit plans that apply standards in Part IV of the CPA Canada Handbook – Accounting.

Detailed Review of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises

The AcSB’s objective for the Detailed Review of ASPE project is to simplify the application of ASPE while maintaining the decision-usefulness of the financial statements for entities of all sizes and complexities.

Are your business clients complying with New Brunswick’s Unclaimed Property Act?

It’s time for your clients to review their books to see if they’re holding any unclaimed money or other monetary property that belongs to someone else!

Are your passwords for sale on the dark web?

Over 24 billion usernames and passwords – by some estimates, that’s the amount of sensitive personal data for sale in cybercriminal marketplaces like the dark web. Does that include your passwords?

Managing the Now While Shaping the Next: Balancing Operational Tasks and Strategic Initiatives

Meeting daily operational demands is already a full-time job, making it tough to focus on strategic initiatives. So how can CPAs balance both? We asked strategic planning expert Mia Maki, FCPA, FCMA, for insights.

AI for accounting and financial reporting

With a number of new artificial intelligence (AI) tools available on the market, accounting and bookkeeping are old professions with newfound powers.

Facing down some key AI challenges

Getting a handle on the most common barriers involved in implementing AI can help you decide whether—and how—to implement it.

Information about the new representative authorization process for T1 accounts

Here you will find information about the plan to convert business accounts to online-only and the new process for representatives to gain access to an individual’s personal tax account.

7 steps to create a website that works for your business

With a little preparation and effort you can have a site that works like a tireless salesperson for your company 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Need to know: CRA announced penalty relief for taxpayers

The delayed implementation of the increase to the capital gains inclusion rate to January 1, 2026, has resulted in several relief announcements by Canada Revenue Agency, adding to the uncertainty for many taxpayers and tax professionals this year.

Are your clients ready to report?

Many of your business clients may be holders of unclaimed property. Under New Brunswick’s Unclaimed Property Act, holders of unclaimed property must review their books to search for monetary property that belongs to someone else.

Short on CPD Hours in Professional Ethics? We’ve Got You Covered!

We understand that finding time to complete ethics courses can be challenging, which is why we’re offering 10 on-demand ethics courses available for immediate purchase!

A 5-step recruitment plan for small businesses

Successful recruitment depends on how well you prepare and publicize your job ad, as well as how well you screen applicants. That way, when you get to the interview, you are meeting the best candidates that most closely fit what you’re looking for.

Audit & Assurance Alert CAS 600: Revised standard coming into effect

This Audit & Assurance Alert is being issued to raise awareness about the revised Canadian Auditing Standard (CAS) 600, Special Considerations – Audits of Group Financial Statements (Including the Work of Component Auditors).

Save more with TD Insurance

There are countless things you can do around your home to cut back on your energy use, but here are a few of our recommended suggestions you might want to consider for maintaining an energy efficient home.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2024

The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities.

Are your clients holding unclaimed property?

Virtually all businesses are holding unclaimed money and other monetary property that rightfully belongs to someone else. It’s time to remind your clients to review their books to see if they’re holding any unclaimed monetary property.

Canadian Public company reporting update November 2024

Need help understanding recent changes to Canadian financial reporting requirements? Join us for this one-hour webinar to stay current on today's financial reporting hot topics.

How to write a job description

A well-written job description is the foundation required to build a solid job posting. It allows you to find the right candidate—one whose expectations have been met rather than one who quickly becomes disillusioned with the job.

The purchase and sale of an accounting practice

Read about the various phases of the transaction process: pricing and valuation, structuring the deal, purchasing a practice, and selling a practice, in this CPA Canada publication.

Know the details of CRA's 2024 digital improvements

As the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) works to create a more digital tax system, practitioners will see new and enhanced services in My Account and My Business Account, a new digital application process for the Disability Tax Credit, and more.

Hire and Retain the Best Employees: A guide for entrepreneurs

Get key insights into how to develop and enhance your HR policies and processes to recruit top talent and retain skilled employees for your business.