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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (2015-2016)

OVERVIEW

Council of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) at its 333rd meeting held from May 14-16, 2014 approved the setting up of the British Columbia Chapter of ICAI in Vancouver. The Chapter was inaugurated by Mr. K .Raghu, President of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India ( ICAI) on Sunday , November 23rd 2014 . The ICAI chapters abroad in different countries are formed for the purpose of networking amongst Indian members and conducting Continuing Professional development (CPD) programs and also to maintain a connect with the parent Institute i.e. ICAI and /or recognizing their support for professional networking and spreading professionalcamaraderie . Chapter in Vancouver provide a platform to share and disseminate knowledge amongst its members; project the image of ICAI in Canada; and most importantly created a sense of belonging to the Institute. It will help to generate goodwill between the accounting fraternities of India and Canada. About ICAI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is a statutory body established for the regulation of the profession of Chartered Accountants in India. During its nearly six decades of existence, ICAI has achieved recognition as a premier accounting body not only in India, but also globally, for its contribution in the fields of education, professional development, maintenance of high accounting, auditing and ethical standards. ICAI is now the second largest accounting body in the world. ICAI has reciprocity in place and have entered into MOUs with institutes across the world including the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants. In February 2011, the ICAI signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the CICA on reciprocal membership arrangements from Canada and India. This has increased opportunities for members of ICAI to obtain reciprocal credentials in Canada and help them progress in their professional careers. About the Chapters in Canada :

The First Chapter of ICAI in Canada in Toronto was established in 2006. It has reputable recognition with some of the leading financial services and professional accounting firms as its sponsors. To name a few, the sponsors in Toronto includes Scotia bank, TD Bank ,SBI, Collins Barrow, Grant Thornton, RBC, ICICI Bank and each of the big four accounting firms namely KPMG, Deloitte, PwC , E&Y and CPA , Ontario etc. The Chapter has made significant strides in promoting members’ networking and career opportunities. British Columbia Chapter of ICAI is second in Canada and is working with close coordination with Toronto Chapter.



Key Initiative taken by British Columbia Chapter of ICAI during 2014-15:

Key Initiatives taken by the Chapter for the Members

5th November 2015 : Seminar on “Doing Business in India” – Specific reference to recent reforms in Companies Act and Taxation to make India business friendly for foreign players - Speaker - Vijay Gupta , Chairman British Columbia Chapter of ICAI Seminar on Risk Management for businesses in evolving international markets – Speaker Gregory Harder – Team Lead : National Bank of Canada

10th September 2015 : Seminar on GST / PST. Speaker - Ms. Katherine Xilinas Partner Ernst & Young.

22nd August 2015 : Address by Vijay Gupta , Chairman to the members on Professional Opportunities Abroad for CAs “ at Workshop on Economic & Commercial Laws at Hotel Mount View, Sector 10, Chandigarh.

7th , 8th and 9th August, 2015 : Address by Vijay Gupta , Chairman on “Professionalism as a Tool For Growth in Globalization” on 8th August 2015 at International Conference on the theme “Accountancy Profession: Spearheading Excellence” at Indore . 9th August 2015 : Special Canada Chapter Desk for benefit of Members at Indore

8th July 2015 : Seminar on FRS, Effective Communication & Forensic Accounting at Surrey Speaker - Central Council members Mr. Charanjot Singh Nanda

13th June 2015 : Address By Vijay Gupta - Chairman , Deepak Arora -Vice Chairman, Ganesh Sharma – Director and GauravKapadia , Secretary to the Members through Google Hangout during the special workshop under the theme “Serve India….Serve from India” at the event Conclave on Emerging Global Professional Opportunities for CAs held at Hotel Crowne Plaza, Rohini, New Delhi (through Google Hangout)

19th May 2015 : Seminar on "Cyber Security". Speakers - Mr. TejinderBasi, Partner and Director of Operations for Enterprise Risk Services practice of Deloitte Canada in BC and Mr. Glen Bruce,Director in Deloitte’s Enterprise Risk Services

24th April 2015 : Address by Vijay Gupta , Chairman to the members at ICAI Global Exhibition on Services” under the theme “ICAI Conclave on Indian CA – Marching Towards Global Frontiers; Accelerating Growth” at PragatiMaidan, New Delhi (through Google Hangout)

24th March, 2015 : Seminar on "Income tax updates - Changes over previous year" . Speaker- Mr. YogeshBhathella, Senior Manager, Taxation, KPMG - Vancouver

6th March , 2015 : A Special Holi – Milan Party and Cultural Night attended by Members and Business communities – Formal information to Industry and members for creation of “Job Board” for benefit of ICAI members and new ICAI immigrants .

18th February , 2015: Seminar on "Transfer Pricing". Speaker - Mr. Matthew Sambrook, Transfer Pricing Practice Partner from E & Y, Vancouver

January 29 – 31 : Address by Vijay Gupta , Chairman at International Conference -Accountancy Profession: Building Global Competitiveness; Accelerating Growth’ at Bangalore Palace, Bengaluru being 1st Global Accountants Meet being organized by ICAI

23rd November 2014 : The Chapter was inaugurated by Mr. K .Raghu , President of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India ( ICAI)

We would like to offer you the opportunity to support and contribute to the Chapter by being one of our sponsors for the chapter events.



BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIP

The members of the British Columbia Chapter are part of the fast growing professionals, in the South Asian Community in BC. Our members are integrated within the Canadian mainstream and hold positions in federal, provincial or local governments, industry and professional practice or are in business or in self-employment. By becoming an Event / Session Sponsor, you can:

Promote your Brand:Access to Members of ICAI in BC. Position your Company as an employer of choice, and/or promote your products, services to this key target audience, and increase your corporate and brand visibility within the large and growing South Asian Community. Niche:Opportunity for your Company/Organization to display a subject matter/technical niche amongst your envoys to the British Columbia Chapter members. Network: Prepare for the future by communicating with successful business leaders from the Indo-Canadian business community and the next generation of business leaders amongst the BC Chapter members.

Community: Showcase your Company as a strong community supporter.

The Appendix A offers description of the sponsorship options & advertisement rates to becoming a sponsor. We trust we can count on your support which will enable the British Columbia Chapter to expand further to serve its members and sponsors more efficiently and effectively. Thanks for your continued support and patronage. Your partnership truly matters!

Yours Sincerely,

Vijay Kumar Gupta Chairman, British Columbia Chapter of ICAI Serving the Member of ICAI in BC



APPENDIX A – SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS

Platinum - $4000

3 Speaking Opportunity for the Sponsors Organization Personnel (1 hour presentation at chapters’ PD event with 10 min. marketing segment)

Prominent display of sponsor’s name and logo at the annual show case Event

Full cover page courtesy advertisement in the annual magazine

Listing as a platinum sponsor on the Chapter’s Website & hyperlink to the sponsor’s Website Corporate table of 8 for sponsor’s guests

Acknowledgement of platinum sponsor’s name during the Events

Acknowledgement as platinum sponsor with sponsor’s logo in the magazine Gold - $3,000

2 Speaking Opportunities for the Sponsors Organization Personnel (1 hour presentation at Chapters’ PD event with 10min. marketing segment)

Display of sponsor’s name and logo at the Event . Full page courtesy advertisement in the annual magazine

Listing as a gold sponsor on the Chapter’s Website & hyperlink to the sponsor’s Website

6 Complimentary passes to the event for the sponsor’s guests

Acknowledgement of gold sponsor’s name during the Event

Acknowledgement as gold sponsor with sponsor’s logo in the magazine Silver - $2000

1 Speaking Opportunity for the Sponsors Organization Personnel (1 hour presentation at one of Chapters PD eventwith 10min. marketing segment )

Display of sponsor’s name and logo at the Event . Half page courtesy advertisement in the annual magazine

Listing as a Silver sponsor on the Chapter’s Website &hyperlink to the sponsor’s Website

4 Complimentary passes to the event for the sponsor’s guests

Acknowledgement of silver sponsor’s name during the Event

Acknowledgement as silver sponsor with sponsor’s logo in the magazine Bronze - $1,000

Half page courtesy advertisement in the annual magazine

Display of sponsor’s name and logo at the Event

4 Complimentary passes to the event for the sponsor’s guests Acknowledgement of bronze sponsor’s name during the Event, Acknowledgement as bronze sponsor with your logo in the magazine



Advertisement in Annual Magazine: Full page advertisement in Chapter Annual Magazine and 2 compliment passes at annual event - $1,000 Half page advertisement in Chapter Annual Magazine with 2 compliment passes at annual event - $500

Corporate Table- $500 Corporate table of 8 for sponsor’s guestsand acknowledgement of sponsor’s name during the Event

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