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“Don’t Rush” challenge: actuaries edition
The social media challenge made popular by millions of TikTok and Instagram users around the world takes on a unique spin in “Don’t Rush”: Actuaries Edition.
In memoriam: Claude Castonguay (1929–2020)
Claude Castonguay, actuary and visionary, passed away on December 12 at the age of 91. Castonguay was one of the most prominent members of the Canadian actuarial profession. We remember him here.
Yvon Charest receives President’s Award from the Canadian Institute of Actuaries
During the ceremonies of act20, the annual conference of the CIA, longtime member and volunteer Yvon Charest was presented with the Institute’s prestigious President’s Award. The annual award is conferred by the CIA President to a person who has made significant contributions to the actuarial profession in Canada.
The world needs more CIA
Why should you care about what the CIA does on an international front? Jason Malone, Chair of the International Affairs Council, explains why the world needs more CIA, praising its accomplishments as a good global citizen and sharing its ambition for the future.
The Actuarial Foundation of Canada and you
The Actuarial Foundation of Canada aims to raise $225,000 to offer more programming and activities that promote financial literacy among young Canadians. Learn more about the Foundation’s vision and how you can help.
Teaching an old dog new tricks for better managing change
During the pandemic, the CIA’s President got into the habit of watching the daily press conferences held by B.C. authorities. In this article, he shares his observations regarding the leadership of Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer.
The AFC looks back on a busy year
The Actuarial Foundation of Canada’s (AFC) campaign efforts paid off tremendously, surpassing its objective and collecting more than $175,000 in donations – its highest campaign results to date. Funds raised and the number of individual donors were the highest ever!
CIA Practice Education Course – 20 years in
Many of you will fondly remember the CIA Practice Education Course (PEC) for its gigantic binder full of colourful post-it notes with your carefully organized sections that helped you successfully complete the three-hour, open book exam required prior to 2018.
Celebrating 30 years of ASNA at the 2020 Convention
What’s the one event that brings together more than 600 aspiring actuarial students from across Canada? That offers two days of career-building opportunities with some of Canada’s top employers? And whose emphasis on fun is as important as learning?
CIA Board of Directors: Behind the scenes
We all know the overarching responsibility of the CIA Board is to oversee the strategic direction and governance of the CIA, working with councils and Head Office to help carry out the CIA’s vision of financial security for Canadians