Ethics Workshop
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDT
Ethical Tax Planning and Social Justice: Navigating Decisions for Equitable Outcomes
27th Annual Workshop Sponsored by the Centre for Accounting Ethics, University of Waterloo
This year, our workshop, “Ethical Tax Planning and Social Justice: Navigating Decisions for Equitable Outcomes,” promises engaging discussions and insights into the evolving ethical landscape faced by today's accountants. Updates can be found on the Centre for Accounting Ethics, University of Waterloo website.
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8:00 a.m. -
8:30 a.m. EDT
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Breakfast
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8:30 a.m. -
8:45 a.m. EDT
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Welcome
Seda Oz, Centre for Accounting Ethics
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8:45 a.m. -
10:15 a.m. EDT
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Navigating Ethical Challenges in Tax Planning
John Oakey, Vice President of CPA Canada, Taxation
Discussion about the perception of tax planning and the responsibilities we have as CPAs based on our professional code of ethics.
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10:15 a.m. -
10:30 a.m. EDT
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Break
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10:30 a.m. -
12:00 p.m. EDT
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Bridging Ethics and Practice in Accounting
Tisha King, Assistant Professor of Accounting, University of Waterloo
Exploration into how ethical decisions are influenced by societal expectations, specifically addressing the effects of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) on accounting.
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12:00 p.m. EDT
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Closing Remarks
Seda Oz, Centre for Accounting Ethics
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We welcome all CAAA conference participants and will start our workshop with breakfast. Although the workshop is free to conference attendees, we ask you to register on the conference registration form and check off whether you will be requiring lunch so we can keep our food order reasonably accurate. If you have any questions, please contact Seda Oz at seda.oz@uwaterloo.ca or Jenny Rothwell at jrothwell@uwaterloo.ca.
Workshop Speakers
John F. Oakey, CPA, CA, TEP, CC
Vice President, Taxation
Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada)
As Vice-President of Taxation, John leads CPA Canada’s Tax group, which influences the development of an equitable, effective, and efficient tax system in Canada, as well as delivers practical information and fresh perspectives on tax to members and the broader tax community.
A strong proponent of tax education, John also aims to increase CPA Canada’s reputation as the preeminent provider of core tax education in Canada. John serves as a spokesperson for CPA Canada, both domestically and internationally, and acts in the public interest, providing tax-related information and perspective. He leads committees and working groups, consulting with the federal government regarding the development and administration of federal tax policies, while also providing thought leadership and education to CPA members.
Previously, John was Baker Tilly Canada's National Tax director, driving key tax advisory initiatives to support practitioners across its network. An accomplished leader and trusted advisor, John also provided tax training to other professionals through various organizations, including the Canadian Tax Foundation, CPA Nova Scotia and CPA Canada.
John has written and presented numerous articles and papers over his career and has presented at many national conferences, including several Atlantic Tax Conferences. During the pandemic, John wrote many tax related articles pertaining to government relief measures and legislation.
Tisha King PhD FCCA, CPA, CGA
Assistant Professor of Accounting
University of Waterloo
Tisha King PhD FCCA, CPA, CGA is an Assistant Professor at the University of Waterloo. She specializes in behavioural research that largely focuses on ethical judgments and decision making. Professor King's research examines topics including how advances in technology, punishment outcomes, and fairness influence taxpayers' decisions to comply with tax law. She also explores ethical judgments related to social justice issues. In her free time, Tisha enjoys running, biking, and hiking with her family.
Workshop Sponsor