Full Program
This year's program is packed with opportunities to educate yourself in the critical aspects of our professional practice.
Times are local to Montreal, QC (Eastern Standard Time). Update the schedule to reflect your local time zone by clicking 'Change Time Zone' at the bottom of this page.
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Get to Know Our Session Tracks
STRATEGY SUITE
For those building the business behind the books.
This track focuses on the strategic decisions that shape a bookkeeping firm’s future. Sessions explore growth, pricing, systems, leadership, and sustainability, helping owners and aspiring leaders make intentional choices that support profitability, capacity, and long‑term success.
IN THE BOOKS
For bookkeepers focused on technical excellence and professional judgment.
This track is dedicated to the day‑to‑day work of bookkeeping. Sessions cover clean files, manual foundations, payroll, write‑ups, complex transactions, and evolving best practices — all designed to strengthen accuracy, confidence, and pride in the work.
PEOPLE FIRST
For professionals who lead, support clients, and work with others.
Bookkeeping is people work. This track focuses on the human side of the profession, including coaching judgment, hiring and retention, leadership, communication, ethics, and personal development. Sessions support healthier teams, stronger client relationships, and sustainable careers.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026
| Additional Fees Apply | |
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With Conference Registration |
$199 |
Pre-Conference Workshop Only |
$249 |
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| Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | ||
| Registration Open | ||
| Opening Reception on Tradeshow Floor | ||
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| 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | ||||
| Breakfast & Sponsored Plenary | ||||
| 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM | ||||
| Registration Open | ||||
| 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | ||||
| Break & Transition Time | ||||
| 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM | ||||
| Payroll Issues and Compliance Updates 2026 | Steven Van Alstine, The National Payroll Institute | In the Books | ||
| Automate With Intention: A Guide to Deciding Where It Fits in Your Firm | Courtney Ewan Hancock, CCE Consulting | The Strategy Suite | ||
| Train to Retain: Building Profitable, Happy Bookkeeping Teams | Siobhan Harrop-Scott, Harrop Scott & Associates Ltd. | People First | ||
| Sponsored Session - Xero |
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| 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM | ||||
| Break & Transition Time | ||||
| 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | ||||
| Payroll at a Crossroads: What Bookkeepers Need to Know Now | Steven Van Alstine, The National Payroll Institute | The Strategy Suite | ||
| Designing a Client Experience That Supports Advisory Relationships | Cheryl Baldwin, balncd Inc. | The Strategy Suite | ||
| Sponsored Session - Intuit |
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| Sponsored Session - Financial Cents |
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| 12:45 PM - 3:00 PM | ||||
| Lunch, AGM & Closing Keynote | ||||













