Celebrating Canadian Actuarial Leadership On The Global Stage

(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- September 2 marks International Actuaries Day, a moment to recognize the vital contributions actuaries make to society both locally and globally. The Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) is spotlighting how Canadian actuaries are shaping the future through international collaboration, innovation and leadership.

Positioning actuaries on the global scale

The CIA's International Affairs Council (IAC) plays a pivotal role in elevating Canada's voice in global actuarial conversations. From climate change and financial regulation to artificial intelligence and sustainability, the IAC ensures Canadian actuaries are part of shaping international standards and advancing the profession worldwide.

To further explore the Council's work, Jason Vary, FCIA, Chair, and Hélène Baril, FCIA, Vice-Chair, shared their perspectives on how the IAC strengthens the CIA's global presence, fosters international partnerships, and ensures Canadian actuaries have a voice in shaping the future of the profession on the CIA's website .

Highlights from the CIA's global engagement

• Leadership at the International Actuarial Association: Canadian actuaries continue to lead globally, with Mike Lombardi, FCIA, serving as the 2025 president-elect, following in the footsteps of prior IAA and CIA Presidents, Rob Brown, FCIA, and Micheline Dionne, FCIA.
• Influence on global standards: Canadian experts contributed significantly to the development of IFRS 17, the international insurance accounting standard.
• Strategic partnerships: The CIA collaborates with organizations like the OECD, IASB, and networks such as the International Association of Black Actuaries, promoting inclusivity and knowledge-sharing.
  

Canadian actuaries shaping the future

Canadian actuaries are contributing to a wide range of global challenges, bringing their expertise to issues like climate resilience and financial sustainability:

• Actuaries and Climate Change
  Discover how actuaries are helping organizations and communities prepare for the future by addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time.
• Actuaries and Canada's Financial Future
  Learn how actuarial expertise supports long-term planning, sustainability and economic stability; not just in Canada, but around the world.

Follow the CIA on social media and visit the CIA website to explore how Canadian actuaries are shaping a better future at home and around the world.

Media contact

Josée Gonthier
Manager, Language Services and Public Affairs
Canadian Institute of Actuaries
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613-236-8196 ext. 106
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The Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) is the qualifying and governing body of the actuarial profession in Canada. We develop and uphold rigorous standards, share our risk management expertise, and advance actuarial science to improve lives in Canada and around the world. Our more than 6,800 members apply their knowledge of math, statistics, data analytics, and business in providing services and advice of the highest quality to help Canadian people and organizations face the future with confidence.

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