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January-February 2012

		The business of climate change Environmental and sustainability issues are changing the playing field and are creating opportunities for chartered accountants in risks, regulations, reporting and other roles BY JULIE DESJARDINS + ALAN WILLIS Industry approved The CA profession has changed the practical experience requirement for obtaining the CA designation by allowing CA students to article in industry. Why did it make this monumental change and what  does it mean for trainers, students and potential employers? BY ROBERT COLAPINTO

People Three cheers for Hamilton CA Anne Marie Tucker, who loves performing at competitions in her newfound sport News and trends • Ask an expert • Numbers game • Competition, demand still top issues • Going concern • Global village goes broadband Bits and Bites • Going nowhere fast • Sustainable developments • It’s a wonderful life • Mixed messages • Junior fraud squad Value added With difficult economic times come agreements that no longer fit. Here are some tips for a successful renegotiation.

		Taxation A number of serious issues are at stake at the Copenhagen climate change summit BY BRIGITTE ALEPIN + JULIE LAROCQUE + FRANÇOIS THERRIAULT Assurance The changeover to IFRS is a major challenge, but it’s also an opportunity for audit firms to review procedures BY RAFAL KUCZYNSKI Technology Data analysis may not be a silver bullet, but it can accelerate the execution of audits BY TONY RITLOP Taxation Global transfer pricing is a major issue for MNEs, but at times there seems to be more discord than harmony BY SEAN KRUGER

News from the profession Does Decisions Matter matter? Taking stock of the CA profession’s branding initiatives • Public sector update — amendment to the Introduction impacts government organizations • Taxpayers’ ombudsman speaks at CICA conference • New quality control standard for firms effective December 15, 2009 • Skilled workforce mobility subject of Canada/EU roundtable

Standards digest Recently issued pronouncements

From the editor Greening and dealing Netwatch Chameleons poised for success Outlook Who is being served? Work in process Our latest vendor survey on business intelligence and corporate performance management systems.