CPA Canada was named Organization of the Year, Nonprofit, at the Annual Conference on Financial Education in New Orleans on Wednesday night.
Now in their eighth year, the Excellence in Financial Literacy Education (EIFLE) awards are presented by the U.S.-based Institute for Financial Literacy and acknowledge innovation, dedication and the commitment of individuals and organizations that support financial literacy education worldwide. In total, 16 awards were presented.
“We are truly honoured to be recognized with the EIFLE award,” says Cairine Wilson, vice-president, member services, CPA Canada. “It is especially encouraging to be among so many other award-winning organizations and individuals all working toward a common goal of advancing financial literacy.”
CPA Canada produces practical publications and maintains a website dedicated to financial literacy (www.financialdecisionsmatter.com). It also oversees a major outreach initiative involving professional accountants delivering financially-focused seminars.
Community Connect provides free, unbiased, straight-forward information sessions. There are no commissions, fees or referrals.
“CPA Canada would not be as effective in helping Canadians without the assistance of the many professional accountants who volunteer their time to help others gain more financial confidence,” says Wilson. “We want people to become better money managers by gaining the knowledge required to make the best financial decisions based on their circumstances.”