The CICA, together with the CA institutes/ordre, represents approximately 68,000 Chartered Accountants (CAs) and 8,000 students in Canada and Bermuda. The CICA conducts research into current business issues and sets accounting, auditing and assurance standards for business, not-for-profit organizations and government. It issues guidance on control and governance, publishes professional literature, develops continuing education programs and represents the CA profession nationally and internationally.

This award celebrates the many achievements of Canada's top CFOs and recognizes the key role CFOs play in shaping the future of Canadian business.