CGA-Canada and CPA Ireland enter strategic partnership 

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA Ireland) and the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada (CGA-Canada) have entered into a mutual recognition agreement (MRA). The MRA establishes a strategic partnership between the two leading accounting organizations and gives members the opportunity to qualify for another designation.

Under the agreement, members in good standing of either body will be considered for membership by the other body. Members wishing to practice public accounting will be required to meet the specific regulatory and legal requirements in each jurisdiction.

Eamonn Siggins, CEO of CPA Ireland, said: “This MRA reinforces the already excellent relationship between our two organizations and provides a platform for greater collaboration. Importantly, it will open up career opportunities for CPA Ireland members wishing to work in Canada or for Canadian companies, and for CGAs looking to gain experience working in Ireland or for Irish companies.”

Anthony Ariganello, President and CEO of CGA-Canada, said: “This partnership will allow us to advance the common interests of our members. CGA-Canada and CPA Ireland share a global perspective on the advancement of the accountancy profession, notably the strengthening of already high professional and educational standards.”

This is CGA-Canada’s third MRA with a premier accounting organization. Details are available at cga.org/canada/alliances.