Important Update 2025/2026

Important Updates 

The list below contains important updates for the upcoming 2025/2026 calendar year. Please read carefully and note any important action items and/or deadlines. 

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2025/26 Administrative Fees 

The CPAWSB PEP Fees for the 2025/26 academic year have been updated. Please refer to the fee schedule on our website to view the updated fees. 
  

PEP Exam Administration 

Starting in March 2025, candidates will no longer be provided with a printed copy of their multiple choice questions (MCQs) for the core and elective exams. MCQs will be available through the exam software only rather than printed in the exam booklet. A printed copy of the case questions as well as rough notes will still be provided in the exam booklet.

CPA Canada’s exam regulations are an important piece in ensuring the security and integrity of all CPA exams. Edits are continually made to review and revise these exam regulations based on new and evolving technology. Please ensure you are up to date on current exam regulations prior to each exam sitting.

Mental Wellness 

Mental health support for learners can be found through the member assistance programs offered by CPA BC, CPA AB, CPA SK, and CPA MB. For more information, visit our website on Mental Wellness. We encourage candidates to take advantage of this free resource as needed during the course of their studies.
 

Harmonized Education Policies (HEP)  

The national HEP is updated annually and outlines the policies that govern CPA PEP, including program admission requirements, exam eligibility, and more. 
 

Expectations for Academic Integrity and Learner Conduct

Understanding and adhering to policies related to academic integrity and behaviour, including the CPAWSB Learner Conduct Guide, is crucial for CPA PEP candidates. Your dedication to upholding these standards aligns with the core principles of the CPA profession and our commitment to the public.
 

Practical Experience  

Practical Experience is administered by the provincial CPA bodies. Please ensure you are staying up to date on the general practical experience requirements. 
 

Schedule

The CPA PEP schedules reflect the registration, module, workshop, and exam schedules for modules that will be offered in 2025/26. Visit CPA Canada website for information regarding the 2025 Capstone 1 and Capstone 2 cases, and the CFE Day 1 cases. 
 

Annual Re-enrollment

All candidates are required to re-enroll annually with the School and pay dues to remain in good standing with your provincial regulatory body and CPAWSB. Candidates must complete the annual re-enrollment process by Monday, March 31, 2025. Dues payment can be postponed until Saturday, May 31st; those who fail to make payment will be suspended from the CPA certification program in June 2025. Learn about annual re-enrollment, including how to pay annual dues, applying for a program leave, and the consequences of failing to complete annual re-enrollment or pay dues on time.
 
Annual re-enrollment must be completed before registering for any modules or exams (including the CFE) in the 2025/26 academic year.  

Annual re-enrollment for the 2025/26 academic year opens Monday, December 16, 2024. Review this blog post for information on how to find/print your invoice in My CPA Portal.
 

Study Permit Requirement and Residency Status

To maintain status as an active learner, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid study permit while registered with CPAWSB. If you hold a study permit, you must submit a study permit renewal application to the Canadian government prior to the expiry of your current permit. IRCC has been updating their policies on a regular basis, please keep informed of these changes and how they may affect your application before your expiry.
 
To request documentation to support your study permit application, please submit a request for a status letter on My CPA Portal, identifying the request as for a study permit. 
 
If your residency status has changed and you are now a permanent resident or a Canadian citizen, please provide your documentation to [email protected], and we will update your account. 
 

Keeping Employment and Contact Information Current

When completing annual re-enrollment, ensure that your first and last name listed in My CPA Portal matches your legal name. A legal name is essential to confirm your membership, allow you to write the CFE, and attend examinations. Also, ensure your home address, phone number(s), and email address(es) are current so that CPAWSB can communicate key program updates to you.  
 
If you recently moved or are planning to move to another province or territory, contact [email protected] for assistance in updating your governance or residency status. 
If your employment situation changes, you must: 
 

• Update your employment information in My CPA Portal within two weeks. When updating employment information, remember to review the settings about sharing registration and module/examination information with employers.  
• Update your profile in the Practical Experience Reporting Tool (PERT) and submit experience reports. For further information, refer to the PERT access guide or contact your provincial bodies directly.  

Visit our website for additional information about updating personal information.