The Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 in the US (also known as “SOX”), has a comparable program in Canada, in Multi Lateral Instrument MI 52-109 (also known as Bill 198 and “C-SOX”). Quite often there are questions pertaining to the differences between the 2 regulations. Well, let’s cover some top shelf comparisons: Read more »

There has been increased focus on director responsibilities since the Enron accounting scandals in the USA (which resulted in the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002). Read more »

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Canada, recently provided some feedback to the CSA regarding the proposed changes to MI 52-109 announced April 28, 2008. Read more »

In today’s competitive market, all jobs seem to be extremely challenging, particularly with technology that can keep us linked in, but rarely allowing us to escape. Read more »

On June 26, 2008, the SEC announced that non-accelerated filers (public float less than $75,000,000) will be granted an extension on filing the auditor’s attestation report on internal controls over financial reporting for year ends after December 15, 2009. See below for summary extract or click here. Read more »

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