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Description
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This audio learning session explores how political and economic unrest, particularly trade conflicts and tariffs, can significantly impact financial statements prepared under Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE). This course provides CPAs a practical framework for identifying and addressing risks of material misstatement, applying professional judgment, and ensuring accurate recognition, measurement, and disclosure. Through real-world examples, participants will gain the tools to assess financial statement implications in uncertain environments and enhance their audit and review engagements.
Lessons Covered:
- Introduction
- Background
- Potential Impacts
- Revenue
- Let's Talk About Asset Impairment
- Estimate Examples
- Subsequent Event Disclosure
- Other Financial Statement Considerations
- Conclusion
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Key Takeaways
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand how trade conflicts and regulatory changes affect financial reporting under ASPE.
- Identify key areas of impact including going concern, asset impairment, revenue recognition, and subsequent events.
- Apply professional judgment in recognition, measurement, and disclosure decisions.
- Learn how to assess and disclose material measurement uncertainty and economic dependence.
- Strengthen audit and review procedures in situations of increased risk and uncertainty.
Who Will Benefit
This course will benefit CPAs involved in preparing, auditing or reviewing financial statements under ASPE.
How to Access the Course
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Speaker(s)

Jane M. Bowen, FCPA, FCA, has been involved in professional development and education for Members and students for many years. She currently lectures in financial accounting and audit at UOIT in Oshawa. She authors or mentors courses in this professional development program, and has contributed to CPA Canada publications: Guide to Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (GASPE); and Guide to International Financial Reporting Standards in Canada. Jane is currently the Chair of the CPA Canada Competency Map and often authors publications issued by CPA Canada’s Research Guidance and Support Group., addressing the implementation of new accounting and assurance standards.