14 stories by Quinta Iticka found in our online archive

Candy Davis is wearing a short-sleeved shirt and has a tattoo on her upper arm. She is looking off camera with a small smile.
Profiles

Blazing the crypto trail

Candy Davis describes the exciting future for CPAs in the world of cryptocurrency and other digital assets

by Quinta Iticka

“‘The future is now’ represents the undeniable fact that we are living in unprecedented times, technology-wise,” says Candy Davis CPA, CGA, Owner of Davis ...“‘The future is now’ represents the undeniable fact that we are living in unprecedented times, technology-wise,” says Candy Davis CPA, CGA, Owner of Davis Accounting & Tax. Though the phrase may seem paradoxical at first glance, Candy stands by ...

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Features

Unique ways to give back

Opportunities to give back might not be as far off as we think; they can be found in everyday life

by Quinta Iticka

Giving back to the community can be immensely rewarding, not only for the person or organization receiving the service, but also for the person ...Giving back to the community can be immensely rewarding, not only for the person or organization receiving the service, but also for the person providing it.  As an accountant at Paul Teoh Chartered Professional Accountants, a seven-person, Calgary-based accounting ...

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Features

(Extra)ordinary CPAs

Sarah Carver and Vicky Cato demonstrate you don’t have to be a straight-A student to excel as a CPA

by Quinta Iticka

Failure can seem devastating at first, but it isn’t always a bad thing. It can be an opportunity to reassess where things went wrong, ...Failure can seem devastating at first, but it isn’t always a bad thing. It can be an opportunity to reassess where things went wrong, bounce back stronger, and become extraordinary. At 27, Sarah Carver CPA is the Financial Controller ...

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Features

CPAs in Alberta hot spots

Two CPAs discuss how the CPA designation has helped them carve out successful career paths in the Canadian Rockies

by Quinta Iticka

Each year, millions of people travel to Alberta’s tourist destinations to experience their natural beauty. Andrea Terrill CPA and Chris Hughes CPA, CGA don’t ...Each year, millions of people travel to Alberta’s tourist destinations to experience their natural beauty. Andrea Terrill CPA and Chris Hughes CPA, CGA don’t have to make these trips—they live, work, and play in a couple of these hot ...

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Archives

Conquering fear

How CPAs used their fears as fuel to push forward and become successful

by Quinta Iticka

Fear can be a tricky emotion. At times, it can be paralyzing. But when well managed, fear can be an excellent motivator. From the ...Fear can be a tricky emotion. At times, it can be paralyzing. But when well managed, fear can be an excellent motivator. From the fear of public speaking to the fear of networking, fear of failure to the fear ...

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Internationally Trained Professionals

A balancing act

Ayo Abu discusses how she balances her professional and personal lives, and offers tips to internationally trained professionals

by Quinta Iticka

Striking a balance between family and career can be fulfilling. It makes us better parents, better coworkers, and better members of the community. But ...Striking a balance between family and career can be fulfilling. It makes us better parents, better coworkers, and better members of the community. But is work-life balance attainable? Ayo Abu CPA, CGA, Accountant at D.F. Boiler Tube Industries, believes ...

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Internationally Trained Professionals

Settling in Canada

Maryna Bityutsky discusses the importance of setting professional goals to help with the settlement process

by Quinta Iticka

Typically, internationally trained professionals go through an adjustment period—also known as a settlement curve—when they arrive in Canada. The curve is sometimes characterized by ...Typically, internationally trained professionals go through an adjustment period—also known as a settlement curve—when they arrive in Canada. The curve is sometimes characterized by three Fs—fun, fright, and fit. Maryna Bityutsky CPA, CGA, CFO of the Centre for Newcomers ...

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Workforce

CPA: The tool to change careers

Bibitha Thomas demonstrates that the CPA designation is attainable, regardless of someone’s current or previous career path

by Quinta Iticka

Bibitha Thomas CPA has an extensive background in the science field, but when she moved from India to Canada, finding work was initially challenging. ...Bibitha Thomas CPA has an extensive background in the science field, but when she moved from India to Canada, finding work was initially challenging. “I have a master’s degree in chemistry, and I used to work as a research ...

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Priya Kapur CPA, CA is wearing a white fitted suit and walking along the Walterdale Bridge. The Edmonton skyline is behind her.
Profiles

The million-dollar question

Where do you want to take your career? Priya Kapur is leveraging her CPA designation to map out her path at a Big Four

by Quinta Iticka

When a person loves their job, a decade at an organization can feel like 10 days. For Purva (Priya) Kapur CPA, CA, nine years ...When a person loves their job, a decade at an organization can feel like 10 days. For Purva (Priya) Kapur CPA, CA, nine years at KPMG have flown by for three reasons: the global environment, the people, and the ...

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Archives

Effective time management: Why it is important at any stage of life

Three professionals—a recent successful Common Final Examination writer, a mid-career CPA raising a young family, and a retired CPA—provide insights into how they optimize the use of their time

by Quinta Iticka

24 hours. That’s how much time everyone gets in a day regardless of age, gender, or status. Once those hours slip away, it is ...24 hours. That’s how much time everyone gets in a day regardless of age, gender, or status. Once those hours slip away, it is impossible to get them back. And because time is so finite, it is precious and ...

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External Publications

Being your own boss

Lorna Mutegyeki runs a low-waste operation that benefits women across continents

by Quinta Iticka

Lorna Mutegyeki CPA, CGA doesn’t believe in blending in. Through her sustainable fashion label, Msichana Inc., she empowers women to be self-sufficient, to be ...Lorna Mutegyeki CPA, CGA doesn’t believe in blending in. Through her sustainable fashion label, Msichana Inc., she empowers women to be self-sufficient, to be bold, and to bring their uniqueness to their workplaces. The name “Msichana” (pronounced Mis-cha-na) embodies ...

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Internationally Trained Professionals

Breaking down language barriers

Viviana Quintero-Browne compares learning a new language to eating—you take one bite at a time

by Quinta Iticka

It takes patience, courage, and resilience to move to a new country, learn a new language, and pursue a career in that language. Viviana ...It takes patience, courage, and resilience to move to a new country, learn a new language, and pursue a career in that language. Viviana Quintero-Browne CPA, CMA is fluent in Spanish and English. She has enjoyed a long, successful ...

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