CPABC: 294 B.C. CPA candidates succeed in national exam

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) and the CPA Western School of Business (CPAWSB) congratulate the 294 B.C. CPA candidates who passed the multi-day national Common Final Examination (CFE) written in June 2026. The exam was administered by CPAWSB.

Five B.C. students also made the National Honour Roll for their outstanding results on the CFE. They are: Shannon August, Heidi Kutschmann, Kostan Levirs, Winson Ng, and Herman Zhang.

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“Congratulations to the successful candidates in B.C., and a special acknowledgement to the five Honour Roll students. Your achievements deserve to be celebrated,” said Sandy Stedman, FCPA, chair of CPABC’s board of directors. “You have demonstrated exceptional talent and dedication by passing the CFE. This achievement represents your progress in a rigorous and rewarding educational journey, and the beginning of a career filled with opportunity. On behalf of CPABC, we celebrate your success today and look forward to seeing how you will shape the future in your communities and the profession.”

In order to become designated, students must complete rigorous course work, pass the CFE, and fulfill relevant practical experience requirements. The national CFE ensures all Canadian CPAs meet the same high standards, which are recognized nationally and internationally.

“I am honoured to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the 294 dedicated candidates from B.C. who have expertly navigated the complexities of the June 2026 CFE. Their remarkable results underscore not only their strong technical expertise but also the development of essential professional competencies for their future endeavours,” stated Yuen Ip, MBA, ED.M, ICD.D, CEO of CPAWSB and a CPA in Alberta.

“Passing the CFE is a significant milestone that reflects years of commitment, perseverance, and hard work. On behalf of our team, I extend heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to these individuals as they advance in their professional journeys. Your accomplishments are a testament to your dedication and resilience, and we look forward to witnessing the valuable contributions you will make to the profession and your communities in the years ahead.”

CPAWSB delivers the nationally-developed CPA professional education program in Canada’s western region. Throughout the program, CPA candidates develop the competencies expected of professional accountants, developing technical skills and enabling competencies as they grow in professionalism and leadership.

About CPA British Columbia The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 40,000 CPA members and 6,000 CPA candidates and students. CPABC carries out its primary mission to protect the public by enforcing the highest professional and ethical standards and contributing to the advancement of public policy.