CICA (Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants)

The Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA) was a professional organization in Canada representing chartered accountants. It focused on setting accounting standards, promoting best practices, and providing education and professional development for accountants. In 2013, CICA merged with the Society of Management Accountants of Canada and the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada to form CPA Canada (Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada). This merger created a unified body to oversee the accounting profession in Canada, enhancing the quality and integrity of financial reporting and ensuring that accountants meet high professional standards.