The CIA expands access to Canadian actuarial education through new bilingual offering

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire The CIA expands access to Canadian actuarial education through new bilingual offeringAuthor of the article:OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — To mark International Actuaries Day, the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) is announcing an expansion to its education and qualification system through a new bilingual entry route into the CIA’s pathway to the Associate of the CIA (ACIA) qualification. The expansion includes a new course and exam designed to help individuals with degrees from non-CIA-accredited university programs enter the CIA’s education system.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an Account“A strong profession depends on creating opportunities for talented people to enter it and contribute,” says Alicia Rollo, Executive Director of the CIA. “This expansion is an important step in strengthening the future of the actuarial profession and making our Canadian actuarial designations accessible to more participants.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. 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Please try againThe new offering will support a broad range of learners, including:Graduates of non-CIA-accredited actuarial science programsIndividuals with degrees in other disciplines from Canadian or international universitiesProfessionals seeking a Canadian entry point into the actuarial professionAvailable in both English and French, the offering reflects the CIA’s commitment to accessible, bilingual actuarial education and will help broaden access to Canada’s actuarial qualification system.“Our ability to offer this program in both English and French reflects our bilingualism as a national association,” says Chris Cramer, Director, Education and International Affairs at the CIA. “It allows the CIA to support participants in both official languages, regardless of geographic location.”The new course and accompanying exam are expected to launch by mid-2027 and early 2028, respectively.By expanding access to the education required to pursue CIA designations, the Institute is helping more aspiring actuaries participate in Canada’s actuarial qualification system while maintaining the rigorous standards that support the profession in Canada.Media contactJosée GonthierInterim Director, Corporate Communications and MarketingCanadian Institute of Actuariesmedia@cia-ica.ca613-236-8196 ext. 106Subscribe to our mailing list to stay up to date on CIA news and announcements.The Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) is the qualifying and governing body of the actuarial profession in Canada. 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