The CIA
Who we are
The Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) is the qualifying and governing body of the actuarial profession in Canada. We develop and uphold rigorous standards, share our risk management expertise and advance actuarial science to improve lives in Canada and around the world. Our more than 6,000 members apply their knowledge of math, statistics, data analytics and business in providing services and advice of the highest quality to help Canadian people and organizations face the future with confidence.
Our philosophy
Financial security for all Canadians.
As the qualifying and governing body of the actuarial profession in Canada, we develop and uphold rigorous standards, share our risk management expertise and advance actuarial science for the financial well-being of society.
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- We care about principles. Professionalism defines us. We are trustworthy and accountable, and we uphold strict ethical principles.
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- We care about people. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment. We put the public interest ahead of our own.
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- We care about the future. Foresight is our strength. We anticipate risk to evolve with our changing environment.
1. In carrying out its activities and programs, the Institute holds the duty of the profession to the public above the needs of the profession and its members.
2. The purposes and guiding principles of the Institute are:
- to advance and foster the development of actuarial science;
- to promote the public’s understanding and recognition of the actuarial profession, and the application of actuarial science to human affairs, increasing its value to the public at large;
- to provide a system of professional accreditation of actuaries;
- to establish and maintain initial and continuing educational systems that support high levels of competence and an actuarial qualification that is locally relevant and internationally recognized;
- to nurture entry into the profession by those well-suited and reflecting the diversity of the population of Canada, thereby assuring a continuing supply of qualified professionals;
- to establish, promote, uphold and enforce high standards of professional practice and professional conduct by members, in the public interest;
- to provide means for the exchange and dissemination of professional knowledge, research and principles of sound actuarial practice;
- to provide discussion forums and independent and objective public comment on the actuarial aspects of public, social, economic and financial questions, including proposed legislation and regulation;
- to serve the needs of all members, safeguarding and promoting the value of their actuarial credentials, while recognizing the diversity of the profession; and
- to represent the Canadian actuarial profession within Canada and globally.
What we do
We empower actuaries and the people and organizations we work with to better model the future, build trust, maintain integrity, stay relevant, manage risk and serve the public good. We help our members and those they advise to move forward confidently in a world defined by change.
We promote the advancement of actuarial science through research.
We provide for the education and qualification of members and prospective members.
We ensure that the actuarial services our members provide meet our high professional standards.
We self-regulate and enforce rules of professional conduct.
We advocate for the profession with governments and decision makers in the development of public policy.
Our team
Board
The CIA Board leads on strategic oversight and fiduciary responsibility for the Institute.
Meet our Board
Councils
Six volunteer councils lead on key areas of work for the CIA.
Discover our councils’ initiatives
Our members and volunteers
A membership of professionals
Our members are Canada’s actuaries. They protect the public interest and adhere to rigorous standards, share their risk management expertise and produce high-quality research to enhance the value and scope of actuarial science in Canada and around the world. Their professionalism and powerful skills are what keep our organization at the forefront of actuarial research, practice and policy-making.
By the strength of volunteers
Our history is rooted in the strength of volunteers. They founded and continue to grow the Institute through efforts in research, standards development and education. Over 800 CIA volunteers share their time, knowledge and objectivity to help ensure the financial security of all Canadians.
Read about the immense value and contribution of our volunteers in the Institute’s 2024 Strength in Numbers: The CIA’s Report on Volunteerism.
Our strength as an organization is thanks to the dedication and professionalism of our volunteers.
CIA Legacy Awards
See the Legacy Tree featuring members who have forever impacted the Institute.
Learn more about the CIA legacy tree
President’s Award
Celebrate the individuals making significant impacts on actuarial practice in Canada.
See 2023’s award recipients
