Internationally-trained individuals and occupational regulatory bodies have frequently reported that many immigrants arrive in Ontario without fully understanding the registration requirements or process they must complete in order to work in their occupation. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario and the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities have, therefore, worked in partnership on a project to produce this Career Path outlining licensure and certification requirements for chartered accountancy and public accounting, for use by prospective immigrants and newcomers to Ontario.

The Occupational Fact Sheet provides detailed, step-by-step information on the assessment process, the experience and examination requirements, the costs involved, and a summary of labour market conditions. It also includes the relevant mailing address, phone and fax numbers, and e-mail and Web site address.

The Institute's annual report prepared for the Fairness Commissioner as required under The Fair Access to Regulated Professions Act, contains information on the Institute's registration practices.