Calgary Audit Trails
HIGHLIGHTS
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE ........................................................................................2
UPCOMING EVENTS .............................................................................................3
Chief Audit Executive Roundtable – June 11, 2015 .............................................. 3
ARPIL 2015
ACADEMIC CORNER .............................................................................................3
Upcoming Local Events – Luncheon & Conference Call ..................................... 3
IIA Canada Training & Events .............................................................................. 4
IIA Global Webinars and Seminars ....................................................................... 5
Las Vegas Seminar
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IIA International Conference Vancouver
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SPEAKERS IN ACTION .........................................................................................10
BECOME AN IIA EXAM AUTHOR!........................................................................11
HOW YOU CAN HELP..........................................................................................13
JOB OPPORTUNITIES..........................................................................................15
IIA MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS................................................................................16
SELECT SWEEPSTAKES ........................................................................................17
SPECIAL OFFERS .................................................................................................18
CIA exam prep courses at a discount! ................................................................. 18
Venngo Membership Perks! ................................................................................ 18
WHO TO CONTACT ............................................................................................19
IIA Chapter Office Bearers for 2015 ................................................................... 19
OUR SPONSORS .................................................................................................20
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Dear members and fellow Internal Audit professionals,
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As we come close to the end of the year we take stock of what we have accomplished by
your Board during 2014-15. Our accomplishments for the year are as follows:
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Our monthly luncheons have been well attended. We have approx. 40-60 members
attending each event. This shows that the topics resonate with our members and is
interesting.
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We have introduced breakfast sessions and have seen that these programs are also
well attended. These breakfast programs are in addition to the luncheon programs
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Volunteers are key since the IIA Chapters are run by these dedicated volunteers who
volunteer their time and effort for Chapter. In the past years we have seen a drop in the number of volunteers
which we have reversed in the current year. Our frequent notices in the newsletter and website have resulted in
additional volunteers. As the old volunteers wish to take a break, we continue to look for new volunteers.
We have held joint programs with the ISACA and IIA encouraging members to mingle at social events and in joint
luncheon events. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with members of other professional associations.
For our student members and for our members who are beginners in the profession we have made the job boards
free. This way employers can place free advertisements on our website.
We have introduced two new member benefits programs so that members could avail of discounted schemes
just by being a member of the local chapter. The chapter also gets sponsored when we have these tie-ups. It’s
a win-win situation for the chapter and its members.
We are introducing the program ‘Become an IIA exam author”, details of which are provided in this newsletter.
It’s a great opportunity to give back to our profession.
For our senior IIA executives we are crystalizing the Chief Audit Executive event to provide fellowship and
networking opportunities to the leaders in our profession. This will be held in the second week of June. We are
currently finalizing the list of CAE’s in Calgary and will be sending the invites soon.
For the past several years we were not breaking even while conducting luncheons and IIA events. Financially,
we are beginning to show surplus since we have sponsorships and increased attendance from our
luncheon/breakfast events.
Finally, we are set to retain the platinum chapter status for the current year. This shows that we are a reasonably
active chapter catering to its local members.
We are planning to have our AGM event and social event in June. Our website will have the details as soon as the
venue/date is confirmed.
Your Board is meeting in June-July to discuss the strategic objectives for 2015-16. If you feel that there is something
that we are missing out or would like your Board to focus, send me an email and let us know or let us invite you to the
strategic objective meeting so that you can contribute to the Chapter Objectives.
Please continue to check out events, news, and important announcements by visiting the IIA, IIA Canada, and the
Calgary Chapter websites. If you have any questions or feedback, please feel free to contact me at rdevadas@kpmg.ca
Stay engaged. Stay connected.
Rajgopal Devadas, CIA
President, IIA Calgary Chapter
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Chief Audit Executive Roundtable – June 11, 2015
In the evening of June 11, the Calgary Chapter of the IIA is organizing a Chief Audit Executive (CAE) Roundtable.
Audit Roundtables are for the senior-most leaders of an organization’s internal audit function. The roundtable
offers a facilitated forum to discuss common IA challenges and concerns. Discussions held throughout the
roundtable allow CAEs to share solutions and best practices, lessons learned, emerging trends and issues facing
their departments.
CAE Roundtables are held with other IIA chapters and are considered a positive experience for those in
attendance. These are easy and informal events meant to provide a forum for discussion with minimal formal
presentation. The agenda will be developed in advance and distributed to participants prior to the date.
As a CAE, if you are interested in finding out more about this Roundtable, please get in touch with Raj Devadas
@ rdevadas@kpmg.ca so that he can contact you directly along with an invitation to the event.
ACADEMIC CORNER
Upcoming Local Events – Luncheon & Conference Call
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Date
May 25, 2015
11:30 AM
To
1:00 PM
May 28, 2015
12:00 Noon
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1:00 PM
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Event Topic
Spot a Lie When You
See One
Speakers
Michael
McCormack
Learn how to assess
if the person you are
dealing with being
truthful & to
improve your ability
to build your case &
lower risk that key
information has
been omitted or
misrepresented.
Location with
Address
MNP office
640, 5h Ave. SW,
15th Floor in
Calgary
CPE
Website Link to Enroll
1.5 CPE
https://chapters.theiia.org/c
algary/Events/Pages/Calgary
-May-2015-Luncheon---Spota-Lie-When-You-SeeOne.aspx
Brought to you by:
Become an IIA Exam
Author
Moderator:
Raj Devadas
Dial in to find out
what it takes to
become one and
what benefits you
can reap from being
an IIA exam author
Host:
Hendry
Tanaja
1-866-444-5764
Participant code:
1474150
N/A
N/A
See Page 11
for more information
IIA Canada Training & Events
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Date
Event Topic
Speakers and Website Link to
Enroll
https://chapters.theiia.org/IIA%2
0Canada/Events/Pages/Seminar--Enterprise-Risk-Management--An-Introduction.aspx
1 Jun 1, 2015
12:00 PM
To
Jun 10, 2015
3:20 PM
Seminar – Enterprise Risk Management – An Introduction
Elearning session conducted virtually
Four afternoons over two weeks: June 1, 3, 8 and 10 from noon –
3:20 pm ET each day.
2 Jun 9, 2015
1:00 PM
To
2:30 PM
Webinar 'The IIA's Internal Audit Capability Model - Technical and
Practical Applications' - Free to Members (1.5 CPE)
Elizabeth MacRae, Cindy KaillySmith and Gurmit Aujla
The session focusses principally on practical real-life examples
where the Internal Audit Capability Model (IA-CM) has been used
to improve the effectiveness and capability of an internal audit
activity – including self-assessment and continuous improvement,
strategic planning, visioning and communication, capacity
development, benchmarking, and within an external Quality
Assessment Review.
https://chapters.theiia.org/IIA%2
0Canada/Events/Pages/WebinarFree-to-Members-'The-IIA'sInternal-Audit-Capability-Model--Technical-and-PracticalApplications'.aspx
3 Jul 14 to 16, 2015
9:00 AM
To
5:00 PM
ACL Course using ACL 9.1-11.0, Calgary, AB (24 CPE)
Michael Kano
Hands-on data analytics training course offered by Sunera,
designed to enable the inexperienced or novice user to advance
their knowledge of ACL to an intermediate level and exposing them
to many of the “best practices” used today. 10% discount for IIA
members.
https://sunera.com/eventregistration/?ee=231
4 Sep 9, 2015
12:00 PM
To
Sep 18, 2015
3:30 PM
ESeminar - Control Self-Assessment, An Introduction
https://chapters.theiia.org/IIA%2
0Canada/Events/Pages/eSeminar
---Control-Self-Assessment,-AnIntroduction.aspx
5 Sep 24, 2015
12:00 PM
To
Sep 24, 2015
4:00 PM
ESeminar - Introduction to Internal Audit
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This course is ideal for auditors beginning the ERM process, as well
as ERM implementation team leaders and members, and auditors
at all levels who are interested in or contemplating implementation
of ERM.
Control self-assessment (CSA) is a technique that allows managers
and work teams directly involved in business units, functions or
processes to participate in assessing the organization's risk
management and control processes. In its various formats, CSA can
cover objectives, risks, controls and processes. Internal auditors can
utilize CSA programs for gathering relevant information about risks
and controls; for focusing audit work on high risk, unusual areas;
and to forge greater collaboration with operating managers and
work teams.
Created specifically to provide an introduction for those new to
internal audit, the seminar will provide background and context on
the role of internal audit, key influences on the practice, and
foundational concepts.
https://chapters.theiia.org/IIA%2
0Canada/Events/Pages/eSeminar
---Introduction-to-InternalAudit.aspx
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Date
Event Topic
6 10/13/2015 7:30
AM
To
10/16/2015 4:30
PM
Toronto Seminar Week - Eaton Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
7 Oct 13, 2015
1:00 PM
To
2:30 PM (ET)
Webinar Free to Members - Board Oversight of Internal Audit How to Maximize IA Value
8 Oct 15, 2015
7:30 AM
To
Oct 16, 2015
12:00 PM
Seminar - Audit Leadership Event - Eaton Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
IIA Canada, in conjunction with the Toronto Chapter, invites you to
Toronto Seminar week where 6-7 leading-edge courses will be
available for registration. Learn from Canadian facilitators who are
leaders in internal audit. Courses currently being selected.
In this economy, organizations have to make certain that their
processes are sound and their teams are ready for potential risks. It
is the job of the internal audit to find these potential “Kinks in the
Armour”, acting as the eyes and ears of upper management, and
providing assurance on the state of governance, risk management
and control. Is there an effective reporting relationship between
your internal audit and the Board? How can you be sure that your
internal audit processes are working as well as they could?
This 1.5 day session is for internal auditors in positions of
leadership, such as Chief Audit Executives and Directors. The
agenda will include presentations on key topics as well as a
roundtable. Please check back frequently for further information
and registration.
Speakers and Website Link to
Enroll
https://chapters.theiia.org/IIA%2
0Canada/Events/Pages/TorontoSeminar-Week.aspx
John Fraser and Carmen Rossiter
https://chapters.theiia.org/IIA%2
0Canada/Events/Pages/Webinarin-partnership-with-TheDirectors-College---BoardOversight-of-Internal-Audit--How-to-Maximize-IA-Value.aspx
https://chapters.theiia.org/IIA%2
0Canada/Events/Pages/AuditLeadership-Event---Toronto.aspx
IIA Global Webinars and Seminars
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Date
1 June 15, 2015
8:00 AM
To
June 18, 2015
5:00 PM
Event Topic
Las Vegas Seminar
Aria Resort & Casino, 3730 Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Earn up to 32 CPEs and develop your internal auditing skills
The following courses are being offered:
June 15–16, 2015
COSO-based Internal Auditing
Enterprise Risk Management: An Introduction
June 15–18, 2015
Auditor-in-charge Tools and Techniques
Beginning Auditor Tools and Techniques
Leadership Skills for Auditors
June 17–18, 2015
Assessing Risk: Ensuring Internal Audit's Value
Operational Auditing: Influencing Positive Change
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Speakers and Website Link to
Enroll
https://chapters.theiia.org/calgar
y/Events/Pages/Las-Vegas-IIASeminar---June-15-18,-2015.aspx
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SPEAKERS IN ACTION
In April and May, IIA Calgary
tried something different and
hosted 2 breakfast sessions,
instead of the usual luncheons.
Response has been good. Here
are a couple of photos from
our 1st breakfast session,
presented by Stan Levitt & Bob
Taylor at the EY Tower.
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BECOME AN IIA EXAM AUTHOR!
For IIA Calgary Chapter members who have one of the following IIA designation qualifications, i.e. CIA, CRMA,
CGAP, CCSA, and CFSA, opportunity abounds to become an IIA Exam Author; writing exam questions that will be
used in the official IIA designation examinations.
What’s in it for me?
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Become a part of exclusive global team of writers, experts in their field of Internal Audit and Risk
Management, leverage your exposures and knowledge in the respective field and networking
opportunities with fellow writers from across the globe!
Receive CPE hours for each question approved (up to 10 CPE credits per year for CIA writers and 5 CPE
credits per year for CRMA writers)!
Receive monetary awards (or)
Receive points that can be used to purchase materials in IIA bookstore!
How to sign up?
Anyone interested to become an exam author should write to examwriter@theiia.org expressing interest. One
of the exam development staff members will contact any interested applicants within 3-5 business days.
Applicants will be required to fill in an application form and if selected will be given further guidance on how to
start becoming an exam author.
Further information can be found in the IIA website below.
https://na.theiia.org/certification/certified/Pages/write-an-exam-question.aspx
Whom to contact?
Any IIA member who meets the requirement, have an interest to become an author, and would like to obtain
more information prior to signing up could contact IIA Calgary Chapter by emailing htanaja@kpmg.ca.
Event Details:
IIA Exam Author Q&A session with IIA Board President and Member
To gauge the current interest and encourage members to actively engage and develop themselves in different
ways within the IIA body, IIA Calgary Chapter is holding a Q&A session for members who are interested to become
an IIA exam author:
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Conference call dial-in
Please use the following number to dial in 1-866-444-5764– Participant code - 1474150
Moderator: Raj Devadas
Host: Hendry Tanaja
Date: May 28th 2015
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Members who cannot attend the con-call session are welcome to submit any inquiries to htanaja@kpmg.ca
About Q&A session
Hendry Tanaja, one of our IIA Calgary Chapter members who also sits in the IIA Board as Chapter Secretary has
recently been accepted as one of the IIA exam authors for CIA and CRMA exams. The feedback from the exam
review committee for question items has been issued and Hendry currently has a 40% approval rate for the
questions sent to IIA.
Any IIA Calgary members who are interested to become an exam author and would like to have some information
are welcome to join the conference call. Hendry will be happy to provide insights and address any inquiries.
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HOW YOU CAN HELP
Call for Speakers
2015 Luncheon/Sunrise and Sunset Events
The IIA Calgary Chapter is looking for speakers for its 2015 Luncheon/Sunrise/Sunset Sessions. Are you
interested in speaking to the Calgary internal audit community on a topic relevant to internal audit? Have a
wealth of information you’re itching to share? If so, read on!
AUDIENCE
Sessions are attended by 25-50 internal auditors of all levels, from junior auditors to Chief Audit Executives.
SESSION FORMAT
The session opens with a breakfast/lunch/drinks and is followed by a 55 minute presentation by the speaker
and a 15 minute Q&A. We provide a podium, microphone, presentation screen and projector.
SUGGESTED TOPICS
We’re open to virtually any topic that relates to internal audit. If you have an interesting perspective to share,
we want to hear it! Popular sessions in the past have focused on such diverse topics as grant and contribution
auditing, strategic direction and public policy, auditing in times of austerity, and building data value through
data governance.
Some topics suggested by attendees of previous sessions include:
• Risk-Based Audit Plan development;
• Lean/Continuous Improvement;
• Risk and Auditing in different industries and
• Project Audit Reviews.
Sales pitches are not permitted. This is first and foremost a learning event for our members.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
At a minimum, be sure to include the following information with your submission:
• Topic of discussion;
• Brief, one or two paragraph description of the presentation;
• Name of the presenter(s);
• Summary of presenter(s) qualifications;
• Any special requirements for the presentation; and
• Your preferred presentation month.
Anyone interested in speaking at IIA events, please send the submission information to Raj Devadas at
rdevadas@kpmg.ca
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With 180,000 members in nearly
190 countries, the IIA provides
dynamic leadership for the global
profession of internal auditing. In
Calgary, our Chapter is 650
members strong.
Volunteers play a key role and the
contributions they make, impact
the day-to-day functions of internal
auditors, as well as shape the future
of the internal audit profession.
Our local chapter is looking for great professionals like
you to join us in making a difference to the growth and
promotion of the Internal Audit profession here in Calgary.
Anyone interested in volunteering for the chapter,
please contact Raj Devadas at rdevadas@kpmg.ca
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Position
Team Lead IT Audit
Internal Auditor
Company
Location
Posted
Enbridge Inc.
Calgary, AB
April 29, 2015
Bridgewater Bank
Calgary, AB
March 12, 2015
Job seekers
For more information on the above job openings in Calgary,
please visit the IIA Website
Employers
To know more about how you can advertise on our website – for FREE,
please read on!
Internal Audit / Finance / Accounting related job postings will now be
posted on our website free of charge as a service to our members. Job
postings will remain on our website until the job posting deadline or up
to two months, whichever is sooner.
Please submit the posting by email in pdf format to
iia.calgary.chapter@gmail.com along with your contact information. For
more information on this great deal, visit our website at:
https://chapters.theiia.org/calgary/Careers/Pages/default.aspx
Thank you for your interest in advertising with the IIA Calgary Chapter.
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IIA MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
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SELECT SWEEPSTAKES
In addition to enjoying exclusive rates from Economical Select, IIA members are eligible to enter for the new
Select Sweepstakes that will launch on April 1, 2015.
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SPECIAL OFFERS
CIA exam prep courses at a discount!
This year at The IIA’s International Conference in Vancouver, we will be offering a series of three CIA exam prep
courses for a discounted price of CAD $240/part. This low price includes instruction from two top CIA instructors
AND The IIA’s CIA Learning System materials. Click here to register!!
Venngo Membership Perks!
Cost of membership is only $25 per year! As part of Venngo Membership Perks, you can get to enjoy discounts
for many items!
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WHO TO CONTACT
IIA Chapter Office Bearers for 2015
Name
Raj Devadas
rdevadas@kpmg.ca
Shawn D’Costa
SDCosta@precisiondrilling.com
Jean-Sébastien Jetté
JS.Jette@snclavalin.com
Bonnie Yan
Bonnie.Yan@altagas.ca
Liezel Pistorius
lpistorius@kpmg.ca
Naomi Yu
naomiyu@kpmg.ca
Kurt Muller
kjmuller@kpmg.ca
Chris Wyman
chris2976@rocketmail.com
Igor Khitrov
IKhitrov@trican.ca
Claire Michel
cmichel@kpmg.ca
Hendry Tanaja
htanaja@kpmg.ca
Junaid Sadiq
jsadiq@deloitte.ca
Ed Chow
echow838@gmail.com
Teresa Kiu
teresa.kiu@gmail.com
Adugnaw Anteneh
adugnaw@accamail.com
Etienne Poulin
epoulin@trican.ca
Anthony Jankowski
ajankowski@deloitte.ca
Richard Arthurs
Richard.Arthurs@AltaLink.ca
Raymond Mingle
Raymond.Mingle@enbridge.com
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Title
President
VP Administration & Operations
VP Programs
VP Communications
Communications Coordinator
Event Coordinator
Event Coordinator
Special Projects
Treasurer
Asst. Treasurer
Secretary
Communication
Facilities/Social
Newsletter Editor
CAP Reporting and Membership
Senior advisory committee/Board
Member
Senior advisory committee/Board
Member
Senior advisory committee/Board
Member
Senior advisory committee/Board
Member
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