Being a member
As a CIA member, you are part of the premier community of actuarial professionals across Canada. The Institute places the public interest ahead of its own, ensures that processes are transparent and has volunteerism at the root of all the work it performs.
Holding an FCIA or ACIA designation comes with an obligation to adhere to the Rules of Professional Conduct and Standards of Practice at all times.
Your experience and expertise can help move the Institute forward. By volunteering, you will be helping the CIA while improving your collaboration and communications skills and building a robust peer network – all vitally important aspects of a successful career.
You are encouraged to be an ambassador of the profession by sharing the exciting and innovative work you perform with other members of the Institute and with key stakeholders. This will contribute to making the actuarial profession better understood, approachable and relevant.
Benefits of membership
Step into leadership roles within the Institute and help guide the direction of the actuarial profession. Members have the chance to contribute to committees, mentor the next generation of actuaries and play a role in shaping policies.
Access cutting-edge research, events and content tailored to your career stage and designed to keep you at the forefront of industry trends.
Build meaningful connections with industry leaders, fellow members and experts through diverse events, creating opportunities for collaboration and ideas exchange.
Gain recognition for your contributions and expertise through publications, events and awards, showcasing your impact within the actuarial community.
Be part of an organization that advocates for the actuarial profession, contributing to industry standards, policies and global discussions that shape the future of actuarial science.
Webcast Hub
This exclusive platform is your one-stop destination for all webcast-related content. Attend live sessions and explore our extensive library of on-demand recordings in one place. CIA members enjoy free access to every webcast for one year after the live event, keeping you at the forefront of actuarial knowledge while earning continuing professional development hours.
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A modern discussion forum in a private platform where you can easily connect with other actuarial professionals. Exclusively for CIA members.
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Maintain your membership
Maintaining your membership is a straightforward process, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Keep these important details in mind:
Membership renewal
The membership year runs from April 1 to March 31. Our renewal process is designed to be efficient and user-friendly, allowing you to seamlessly renew and maintain your member access.
CPD compliance
Engaging in continuing professional development (CPD) not only enhances your professional knowledge and skills but also contributes to the vitality of the actuarial community.
Know your CPD requirements and file by the end of February.
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