Ray So, CPA, CA, recipient of the 2025 CPAWSB Recognition Award for Facilitator, has spent more than 15 years helping shape the next generation of CPAs. As a facilitator, marker, mentor and educator, he has guided hundreds of candidates through their CPA journey with dedication, empathy and a deep understanding of the challenges they face. Recognized for his outstanding contributions to CPA education, Ray is passionate about helping candidates realize that success is not defined by how quickly you reach your goal, but by the perseverance and determination you show along the way.

Peter Welch, CPA, CA, recipient of the 2025 Kouri Berezan Heinrichs (KBH) Award, has built a career around helping people navigate complex challenges. From advising businesses in public practice to mentoring CPA candidates as a facilitator, he has discovered that accounting is about far more than numbers. Throughout his career, Peter has remained passionate about problem solving, lifelong learning and helping others succeed. 

Yu-Ning Huang, CPA, works at TELUS in the Corporate Real Estate, Environment and Energy division. She began her CPA journey during the pandemic and completed the organization's three-year CPA pre-approved rotational program. As a newcomer to Canada, Huang earned her CPA designation while navigating a new country, a new career and professional studies during the pandemic, demonstrating the perseverance and dedication recognized through the Exemplary New Professional Award.

We've recently been getting more questions at Learner Support about the transition to the new CPA Professional Program.

Building on the support we’ve been providing through Core 1 and Core 2, we’re excited to keep that momentum going into the Assurance module. 

Are you a CPA member, CPAWSB educator, or a recent successful CFE writer with a passion for helping others succeed?