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Become a CPA

Join one of the most respected, in-demand and globally recognized designations: the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

If you’re looking for a career that offers stability, growth, flexibility, high salaries and advancement, a CPA designation is for you.

Choose your life stage or status below to learn more about becoming a CPA.

Ready to register as a CPA Ontario student? Before you do, make sure to review our registration categories.

Why CPA

Explore what it is to be a CPA. Understand what CPAs do, the benefits of becoming a CPA and how to become a CPA.

If you’re a student or already living and working in Ontario, at any stage of your life you can start aspiring and planning to become a CPA.

Educated outside of Canada? You can create an exceptional career by becoming a CPA.

If you are an accountant and a member of a professional body outside of Canada, you can fast track your career.

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