Highlights

• 2003-2004 Chairman

Patricia (Pat) has shown dedication to our profession over the years as a member, subject matter expert, instructor, leader and spokesperson.

Pat currently works at DP World Vancouver as the Manager, Human Resources and has 20 years of experience in payroll and human resources.

Pat joined the CPA in 1990, and first volunteered in 1992. She served on the Membership Committee and later the Education Committee. Pat was the Chair for the 1998 National Conference in Vancouver. She served on our Board of Directors since 1999, and became an officer of the Executive Committee in 2002.

She is a graduate of Capilano College and earning her Payroll Manager (PM) designation ignited her passion for CPA training and education. Pat teaches the payroll courses at Douglas College in Vancouver. She also facilitates professional development seminars for the CPA and was the Chair of the Certification Re-Development Task Force.

From the May/June 2004 DIALOGUE article:
"The re-development of the certification has been a passion of mine for many years. In order to make sure we cover all aspects of the re-design we have utilized our membership survey, which addressed the current and future requirements of the individual employees as well as the expectations of member employers."

"I am very proud of the CPA and feel we contribute greatly to other associations. We are also able to share ideas, so we have all learned and profited from our mutually beneficial relationships. We are all striving for the same goals with respect to professionalism, recognition, education, and working with our respective government bodies. When it comes to payroll, we all face similar challenges, so it is nice to know that we are not alone in the world. "

Awards

• Fellow of the CPA 2011
• Diana Ferguson Award 2009
• Board of Directors Award 2006
• Honorary Member Award 2005
• Board of Directors Award 1998