When you're facing a changing global economy, it's important to have someone next to you who will help navigate through the evolving accounting standards and changing regulatory environment. We can guide you through the uncertainties of change and risk.

The pressures and responsibilities of financial reporting and corporate governance for both private and public companies in Canada has reached unprecedented levels with new standards becoming more complex. This includes the introduction of internationally accepted standards of accounting which are intended to improve the comparability and transparency of financial information for both shareholders and regulators. For Canadian companies, new standards mean enhanced access to international capital, funding, and investment opportunities.

The accountants of Collins Barrow have the expertise needed to navigate these evolving financial priorities. Our approach, process and diligence are second to none. Whether it is dealing with the introduction of International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") or providing counsel for CEOs, CFOs, senior executives and business owners, we maintain independence and endeavor to add value to every service we provide.

With Collins Barrow, you can take comfort in the fact that we never lose sight of the drivers of your business, the associated risks, and the potential effects on financial statement accounts. We are the trusted advisors of choice.

Leading with Vision

For decades, the accountants and advisors at Collins Barrow have specialized in providing audit and assurance services to leading corporations and the nation's entrepeneurs.

Today, Collins Barrow serves as auditors of companies from coast to coast, from publicly listed to privately held. Our audit services help address the challenges of managing risk and makes available meaningful financial information for CEOs, CFOs, Shareholders, Business Owners and other interested parties. We keep you up to date with relevant financial reporting and related legislative and technical changes throughout the annual cycle but more importantly, we provide the most relevant financial advice intended to maximize the potential of your business.

We have well established and rigorous policies and quality control systems that meet professional standards and applicable laws and regulations resulting in an efficient and meaningful audit. Our commitment to independence and the adherence to a risk-based approach allows for the early disclosure of business and control concerns and makes it possible to focus our efforts on those areas of greatest risk. Our partners and managers are actively involved in the planning and execution of each audit and review engagement. Accessibility at all levels along with face-to-face time with senior professionals gives clients the direct access to the people most familiar with Management's objectives and their business. In the end, Collins Barrow clients benefit from the high quality financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.

With offices across the country, our knowledgeable audit professionals work with companies of all sizes addressing a wide range of financial issues. Our extensive investment into continuous training, education and specialized tools, technology and processes keep our Partners and staff abreast of regulatory changes and contributes to our success. Objective and timely advice enhances our reputation as the auditors of choice across the country.

Auditors are responsible for providing assurance. It's what we do and we take this role very seriously. That's why Management, Shareholders, Audit Committees and Boards of Directors select the professionals at Collins Barrow for their audit and assurance needs.