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The IASB has issued a revised Conceptual Framework for Financial Reporting to replace the Conceptual Framework issued in 2010.  The revised Conceptual Framework is effective immediately for the IASB, and from January 1, 2020 for entities, with early application permitted.

The IASB issued an Exposure Draft proposing amendments to IAS 8 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors. Canadian stakeholders are encouraged to submit comments to the IASB by July 27, 2018.

The Group discussed topics such as cryptocurrency, cloud computing, leases, and when to apply the clarifications for modifications or exchanges of financial liabilities. Read about the views expressed on these topics for helpful tips.

The 2016-2021 AcSB Strategic Plan has a new look to align with the Board’s new brand and image. Initially released in April 2016, the goals and objectives remain the same. Stay tuned for more info on the Plan’s current status and what’s to come in 2018-2019.

The IASB has issued final amendments to four IFRS^® Standards as part of its Annual Improvements project. The amendments are effective from January 1, 2019, with early application permitted.

The Group discussed topics such as disclosing the effects of adopting IFRS 9 and IFRS 15 in interim financial statements, determining lease terms and classifying financial assets. Read about the views expressed on these topics for helpful tips.

The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued narrow-scope amendments to IFRS 9 Financial Instruments clarifying the accounting for financial assets with prepayment features that may result in negative compensation. The amendments are effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2019 with earlier application permitted. The IASB has also amended the Basis for Conclusions for IFRS 9 to confirm the accounting for modifications or exchanges of financial liabilities measured at amortized cost that do not result in derecognition.

The International Accounting Standards Board has issued narrow-scope amendments to IAS 28 Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures, clarifying that an entity applies IFRS 9 Financial Instruments (including its impairment requirements) to long-term interests in an associate or joint venture to which the equity method is not applied.

PotashCorp is one of six companies featured in a case study report published by the IFRS Foundation with before and after examples of how companies from different parts of the world have improved communication in their IFRS financial statements.

Lesley Thomson, Vice President and Deputy Chief Actuary, Sun Life Financial, has been appointed a member of the IASB's Transition Resource Group.  The Group provides a public forum for stakeholders to share and discuss with the IASB, questions about the implementation of new IFRS 17.