Canada is the second largest country in the world. Canada has a multicultural population of over 32 million. There are over 100 nationalities now living in Canada. There are two official languages, English and French.

Canada is a major industrial country, a member of the G8 group and other international organizations. Canada’s major trading partners are in the U.S.A. and the Pacific Rim countries. There are approximately 1,000 CIMA members and students living in Canada.

Entry into Canada

All persons wishing to live and work in Canada must be landed immigrants or hold work permits.

To immigrate to Canada, you should apply to your nearest Canadian High Commission or Embassy. Canada allows approximately 200,000 immigrants into Canada each year. 60% of immigrants come to Ontario. For more info go to: www.cic.gc.ca.

Successful applications will depend on:
1. The quota allocated to your country.
2. Your qualifications and skills.

Employment Agencies

Employment agencies will not consider you until you are a landed immigrant, living in Canada and have a Social Insurance Number. On arrival in Canada, consult the Yellow Pages for the employment agency that you think best serves your needs.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities for employment are currently good in major cities of Ontario and Alberta.

Salaries for CIMA members vary from $ 40,000. to $100,000. Annually, depending on your qualifications and experience. The cost of living in Canada is lower than the UK. Inflation is minimal.

Employers are looking for people with Canadian experience. For this reason, you may find it difficult to get your first job.

We recommend that you seek a temporary or contract position initially to gain Canadian experience. Many employers recruit contract employees for permanent positions after competence has been proven.

CIMA Designation
The CIMA designation is fairly well known in Canada. It is not necessary for members to seek a Canadian accounting designation in order to be recognized.

Employment Interviews
Members should remember that small companies are not familiar with all the accounting designations. They are looking for a competent, qualified accountant who can take charge and is familiar with the company’s computer system.

Resumes (2 pages max.)
Should be in Canadian format
Should list the major companies, preferably multinationals, where you were previously employed.
Do not mention the countries where the companies are located: Canadian employers are not interested.

Student Members
There are no colleges or universities at this moment that offer CIMA courses. You will have to continue studying by correspondence course. There is a permanent exam centre in Toronto. There are no tuition facilities available to CIMA students.

CIMA Canada Branch
See http://www.cimacanada.org

Accommodations
There is no shortage of accommodation. Rates are generally higher in major cities.

Hotel/motel room $ 100.00 - $150.00. Per night
Apartment-one bedroom Furnished $ 800. And up per month
Unfurnished $ 750. and up per month
House, 3 bedrooms Unfurnished $ 1,200 and up per month

Population: 12 million

Climate
ssHot summers + 25 C
ssCold winters - 10 C

Major Cities
ssHamilton (south-west) Population 490,000
ssOttawa (Canada’s capital) “ 1,200,000
ssToronto GTA (Provincial capital) “ 4,500,000
ss(largest city in Canada)

Newspapers
ssToronto Star
ssGlobe and Mail
ssThe Post,

Employment Oppoprtunities

ssTop Industries

ssHamilton:
ssSW Ontario/Cambridge
ssManufacturing Car plants

ssOttawa:
ssFederal Government and related agencies
ssHigh-tech manufacturing, R & D
ss ‘Silcon Valley North’
ssTourism

ssToronto:
ssCanada’s major city for finance and banking
ssFederal Government and Provincial Government
ssMajor industry and commerce centre
ssTourism

Employment Agencies:
ssRobert Half (world’s leading specialist in accounting and financial staffing)
sswww.roberthalf.net


Part Time Controllers:
ssTel: 905-660-9550 Fax: 905-660-1051

Examination Centre:
ssInternational Conference Centre
ss240 Jarvis Street
ssToronto, Ontario M5B 2L1
ssTel: 416-979-5301

CIMA Canada Branch
ss36 Toronto Street
ssToronto, Ontario M5C 2C5
ssTel: 416-266-2462 Fax 416-266-2468
sse-mail: cima.canada@rogers.com
sswww.cimacanada.org

Population: 3,500,000

Climate
ssHot summers + 30 C
ssVery cold winters - 30 C

Major Cities
ssEdmonton (provincial capital) population 650,000
ssCalgary “ 900,000

Newspapers
ssCalgary Herald
ssEdmonton Sun

Employment Oppoprtunities
ssStrong economy
ssAlberta offers a variety of opportunities
ssTop Industries:
· ssOil and gas
· ssForestry and wood products
· ssTelecommunication, research
· ssAgriculture
· ssTourism

Employment
Robert Half (world’s leading specialist in accounting and financial staffing)
www.roberthalf.net

Examination Centre
ssBy arrangement with CIMA London

CIMA Branch
ssnone, Alberta representative only

Population: 7,500,000

Language
ssTo be successful in Quebec, you need to be bilingual in English and French.

Climate
ssHot summers, very cold winters.

Major Cities
ssMontrea:l population 2,000,000
ssQuebec: (provincial capital) population 500,000
ssUNESCOI world heritage site,
ssAlmost 400 years old

Newspapers
ssGazette, Le Devoir

Employment Oppoprtunities
ssGrowing economy
ssTop Industries:
· ssAircraft
·ss Fashion
· ssCulture
· ssHigh tech industries
· ssTourism

Employment Agencies
ss Robert Half (world’s leading specialist in accounting and financial staffing)
sswww.roberthalf.net

Examination Centre
ss By arrangement with CIMA UK

CIMA Branch
ssCIMA representative only

Population: 4,200,000

Climate
ss Hot summers +25 C
ss Mild winters + 5 C

Major Cities
ssVancouver population 2,000,000
ssVictoria (provincial capital) population 300,000

Newspapers
ssVancouver Sun, Province
ssVictoria Times

Employment Oppoprtunities
ssStrong economy
ssTop industries are:
· ssHigh tech sector
· ssThird largest film making industry
· ssForestry
· ssAgriculture (fruits, vegetables, wine)
· ssTourism
· ssMajor west coast ports

Vancouver
Host of 2010 Olympic and Paralympics Winter Games

Employment Agencies
ssRobert Half (world’s leading specialist in accounting and financial staffing)
sswww.roberthalf.net

Examination Centre
ss By arrangement with CIMA UK

CIMA Branch
ssCIMA representative only

For further details, go to www.canada-city.ca

We suggest the following procedure on your arrival.

Advise CIMA UK at www.cimaglobal.com of your new Canadian address.

Advise CIMA Canada at www.cimacanada.org of your Canadian address, telephone and e-mail for future notification of upcoming events.

CIMA and the City of Toronto have joined in a mentoring program to help foreign trained accountants to find meaningful work in their chosen profession. ssFor more information on-line, see www.cimacanada.org.

If you are planning to join a Canadian Accounting Institute, contact them directly for exemption information.
ssCertified General Accountants www.cga-online.org
ssInstitute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario www.icao.on.ca
ssChartered Management Accountants www.cma-canada.org

There is a mutual recognition agreement (MRA) with the Certified Management Accountants.
ssThe requirements for a CIMA member to become a CMA are as follows:
ssEducation - University degree
ssExperience - minimum 2 years residence in Canada
ss2 years experience in a managerial position in Canada
ssExaminations - in Canadian Business Law & Taxes

CIMA examination papers are universal. The exam content is the same wherever in the world you sat your examinations.

CIMA is recognized in Canada but is not as well known as the Canadian CMA.

We do not maintain a data base for employment opportunities

CIMA is not as well know in Canada as the Canadian CMA designation.
ssCMA requires a university degree.
ssCIMA is an international accounting designation with 150,000 members & students in 156 countries.

CIMA - (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) is a leading membership body that offers an international recognized professional qualification in management accountancy. CIMA represents over 150,000 members and students in over 156 countries. CIMA members are accountants in business, financial managers & accountants who work and advise those who work in industry, commerce, not-for profit and public sector organizations.

There are more than 1,000 members in Canada. The CIMA branch was established more than 30 years ago to serve members in Canada. The CIMA designation is now widely known throughout Canada.

The following employ CIMA members:
The Federal Government
Provincial Government and the Public Service
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
Banks and Financial Institutions
Industry and Commerce
Universities & Colleges

Many CIMA members hold senior management positions. CIMA’s international recognition ensures that members quickly find employment in Canada. CIMA is a member of the international federation of accountants (IFAC) and has reciprocal agreements with other IFAC members. International awareness is important to CIMA members who wish to work around the world. 2002 saw a groundbreaking partnership with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, which enable CIMA members living and working in the USA to become International Associate members of this body.

Further information can be obtained from www.cimaglobal.com and www.cimacanada.org

Procedure

CMA member wanting to join CIMA

CMA member should send an e-mail to CIMA Contact @cimaglobal.com
CIMA UK will send an application form and guidelines directly to the applicant.
E mail cima.contact@cimaglobal.com

CIMA member wanting to join CMA

Visit the CMA Canada website for information www.cma.canada.org
Applicant will have to contact the society office in the province in which you reside.

We receive numerous enquiries from CIMA students wishing to study or continue studying in Canada.

If you wish to become a student you must register with CIMA UK. Information regarding CIMA programs, including fees, entry requirements, exams and ssthe syllabus is available on the website www.cimaglobal.com
There are approx 150 CIMA students in Canada. Not all students are actively studying. A web site for Canadian members and students is set up.
ss Visit http://www.cimacanada.org
There are no colleges in Canada offering CIMA courses. Canadian students study by distance-learning. We suggest BPP Professional Education. 72% of ssCIMA May 04 prize winners trained with BPP. Go to www.bpp.com
CIMA examinations are held at the Ryerson University, International Centre, 240 Jarvis St. Toronto, in May 22,23,24, 2007 and November 20,21,22, 2007.
ssTimes 8AM - 5 PM
There are no schemes in Canada where employers support CIMA student studies.
CIMA examination papers are universal. The exam content is the same whether you sit the paper in Canada, England or Sri Lanka.
CIMA is not as well known in Canada as the Canadian CMA designation. CMA requires a university degree. CIMA is an international accounting ssdesignation with 158,000 members & students in 161 countries.