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Profession oversight 

The CIA and its members have a fundamental duty to act in the public interest for the financial security of all Canadians.

The Institute does so by bringing together the education, guidance, rules and awareness that the profession needs to be accountable, trustworthy and reliable.

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Duty to the public interest

Statement on the duty that the CIA holds to the public

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Our philosophy

We are committed to ensuring actuaries are highly skilled and well-informed professionals

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Actuarial Profession Oversight Board

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The CIA is supported by the Actuarial Profession Oversight Board (APOB), an independent body that ensures the CIA’s professionalism and standard-setting activities and related processes are appropriate and responsive to the public interest.

Learn how the APOB oversees the profession

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Actuarial Standards Board (ASB)

Directs and manages the CIA’s actuarial standard-setting process in Canada.

Discover how standards are set
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Professionalism and Credential Monitoring Board (PCMB)

Determines the CIA’s continuing professional development standards and monitors compliance.

Explore the PCMB and CPD standards
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Professional Conduct Board (PCB)

Oversees the CIA’s disciplinary process.

Gain insights into the disciplinary procedure
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Tribunal Panel

Members of the CIA who are appointed to a disciplinary or appeal tribunal.

Understand the Tribunal Panel’s role