News and Announcements
Welcome to your go-to spot for updates and news from CPB Canada. In a fast-paced profession like bookkeeping, staying informed helps you stay ahead.
Here, you’ll find announcements, industry updates, and useful insights for bookkeeping professionals across Canada. It’s all about keeping you connected and supported in your career.
Check back often for updates and resources to help you stay in the loop and grow with the community.

BC Budget 2026: PST Changes and the Impact on Small Businesses
BC’s 2026 budget expands the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) to include professional services such as bookkeeping, raising a range of concerns. Learn about CPB Canada’s response and recommendations.

Congratulations to the Newest Certified Professional Bookkeepers!
We are thrilled to announce and congratulate the nineteen new professionals who have recently earned the Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) Designation in February! This accomplishment

Leading Across Generations: Seeing People, Not Labels
Navigating the dynamics of a modern accounting or bookkeeping practice often feels like balancing conflicting communication styles and expectations. With up to five generations now

Out of the Bookkeepers’ Vault
Streamline Your Accounting Practice with Automation from Sage Tax season often means drowning in paperwork and wrestling with manual data entry. For many firms, processing

Six Essential Year-End Tax Planning Tips to Elevate Your Client Services
As the year winds down, the pressure to deliver impactful, proactive tax advice intensifies. For your clients, primarily self-employed individuals and small business owners, the line

Update on the Tax Treatment of Trailing Commissions
The Canada Revenue Agency recognizes the importance of providing taxpayers with the information they need to meet their tax obligations. As part of these efforts,




