Welcome to the Institute of Internal Auditors Montreal Chapter!

Workplace: A Platform for Members Only!

Working in partnership with the Institut français de l’audit et du contrôle interne (IFACI), The Institute of Internal Auditors – Montréal Chapter (IIAM) provides you with access to Workplace, a platform reserved exclusively for members. In addition to their affiliation with francophone members throughout Canada and Europe, IIAM members can participate in real time in various discussion groups on subjects related to the profession touching on cutting-edge fields like cybersecurity, artificial intelligence or benchmarking. Some of the advantages of Workplace:

• Consult with experts on current topics affecting the profession,
• Build and expand your professional network,
• Participate in IIAM discussion groups:
  • Fraud prevention
  • Risk management
  • Information technology audits
  • Public and parapublic sector
  • Data analysis and continuous audit
•  Access an online knowledge library where you can download dematerialized documents from the IFACI

If you have any questions, please contact info@ivim.com.

Everyone is welcome!

2021 Building Awareness Champion Award décerné à l'IAIM

C'est avec une grande fierté que l'IAI Montréal («IAIM») s'est vu décerner le Prix « 2021 Building Awareness Champion Award », par The IIA, en reconnaissance de sa contribution particulièrement remarquée à la promotion de la profession d'auditeur interne, notamment durant le mois international de sensibilisation à l'audit interne. En mai dernier, un comité composé de bénévoles a en effet travaillé à la diffusion élargie de capsules vidéo sur des sujets actuels, tels que :

• Quelles compétences pour l'auditeur interne de demain?, avec Caroline Vermette, Première vice-présidente, Audit interne de à la Banque Nationale
• Les facteurs ESG, avec François Petillot, conseiller principal, gestion de risques à l'Université de Montréal
• L’Analyse de données pour une meilleure efficience et efficacité, avec Jean-François Willis, Directeur principal, Audit interne - Technologies numériques à la Caisse de dépôt
• Quels sont les risques à surveiller en 2021 ?, avec Mireille Harnois, consultante

Nous remercions nos membres et bénévoles qui contribuent tout au long de l'année à faire rayonner l'IAIM et notre belle profession!

The role of the internal auditor is, more than ever, undergoing a major transformation. Rapid technological advancements, the rise of artificial intelligence, data analytics, and the emergence of new risks are continually redefining our role. In this context, the value of an auditor no longer rests solely on technical expertise, but also on the ability to learn, adapt, and reinvent oneself. Continuous professional development has become essential to remaining relevant, providing an informed perspective to the organization, and effectively contributing to its performance and resilience.

It is these convictions that lead me to believe in the benefits of our profession and that underscore the importance of my involvement in our Chapter. For each of us, this is a unique opportunity to develop our skills, broaden our horizons, and accelerate our professional careers. Every time we participate in a committee, activity, or event, it becomes a valuable source of learning and personal growth.

Beyond technical knowledge, our profession is based above all on human relationships. The exchanges among colleagues, the sharing of experiences, and the wealth of perspectives we encounter through our involvement help build a strong and lasting professional network. These connections often lead to collaborations, opportunities, and friendships that have a positive impact on a career.

“Internal auditing is not just about assessing risks or controls; it is also about building trust, supporting change, and forging connections that enable organizations and professionals to grow together.”

I would also like to thank everyone who dedicates their time and energy to the development of our community, particularly the current members of the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors, as well as those who have completed their terms. Thanks to your commitment, our Chapter remains dynamic, relevant, and forward-looking.

Together, let’s continue to promote a profession that is meaningful and has a bright future. With confidence and enthusiasm, let’s continue our efforts to grow our community, support our members’ development, and strengthen the influence of internal audit to generate value within our organizations.

François Monette
President of the Board of Directors
Institute of Internal Auditors – Montreal Chapter (IIAM)

Chapter Officers

In regards to Founded in March 1945, the Institute of Internal Auditors, Montreal Section (IAI Montreal) is a non-profit organization incorporated under the Quebec Companies Act. It has more than 800 members and is governed by a board of directors supported by committees. IAI Montreal is affiliated with The IIA, a global network of over 200,000 members.

Our mission

Support and develop internal audit professionals throughout their careers, and promote the role and value of the profession.

Our Vision

Be recognized as a partner of choice by the business community, which ensures relevance and innovation within the profession.

Our value

The member at the heart of our mission!

Contact us: info@ivim.com

Institute of Internal Auditors - Montreal Section
900 Cherrier Street
Montreal, H2L 1H7

For the first time, the Institute of Internal Auditors - Montreal Section received the Sapphire certificate for the year 2020-2021.

This highest honor is issued under the Chapter Achievement Program (CAP) of The IIA. The implementation of this recognition program is carried out through an elaborate scoring system aimed at encouraging the dynamism and quality of the management of the locals. In addition to the core activities that locals are required to maintain, points are accumulated based on activities orchestrated by the chapter in four service categories, aligned with the North American strategic plan: Programming, Certification, Promotion of profession and Membership.

Depending on the number of points accumulated, the section reaches the Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Ruby or Sapphire level. The Ruby certificate is obtained after 20 consecutive years of a Gold certificate, and the Sapphire certificate after 25 years. The highest award is the Diamond certificate, with 35 years.

It is with pride that IAI Montreal welcomes this recognition, testifying to its involvement and performance. We would also like to thank our members for their participation in the activities. The advancement of our profession depends on the contribution of each individual.

New CIA and study materials in French: important information! To follow up on the announcement of the syllabus change for the CIA certification in the French language, reflected in the exams in French since June 1, 2019, we would like to add some information for the attention of candidates interested in taking the exam in French. Until now, The IIA was the only publisher that offered study materials in French with the CIA Learning System. Unfortunately, it is not planned that version 7 in the English language will be translated into French at this time.

CIA Exam Syllabi Changes FAQs | French

CIA Exam Syllabi Changes Handbook | French.pdf

The Institute of Montreal Auditors joins forces with other organizations pursuing similar objectives, and aims through these partnerships to promote and develop the profession while offering its members a wide range of services, including training and networking. Several of our partners offer activities or training at preferential rates reserved for their members.

About ACFE

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) is the largest anti-fraud organization worldwide and the leading provider of anti-fraud training. ACFE members, who now number more than 75,000 professionals worldwide, strive to reduce the occurrence and impact of fraud and thus inspire public confidence in the integrity and objectivity of their profession.

About the Montreal Chapter

The Montreal Chapter of ACFE is a non-profit organization dedicated to training and knowledge exchange related to the prevention, detection, and response to cases of fraud. This exchange of knowledge takes place through conferences, seminars, workshops, and various networking opportunities presented to our members.
The Montreal chapter of the ACFE is one of the many chapters of the ACFE on the international scene; the association has more than 200 to date.

The Montreal Chapter is proud to be the leader in anti-fraud education and networking in Quebec.

ACFE website

IFACI (French Institute for Internal Audit and Control)

As part of its exclusive agreement with IFACI (French Institute for Internal Audit and Control), IAI Montreal offers you an online library allowing you to download dematerialized documents from IFACI.
These documents are posted on the Member's Area of ​​the website. To access it, you must log in with your username and password provided by The IIA by clicking HERE. Once identified, you arrive again on the home page of the site, but this time with a 'Member area' tab between the 'Career' and 'News' tabs. By clicking on the 'Member space' tab, you arrive in the Member section. You can then access the IFACI library.

IFACI website

ISACA-Montréal

ISACA-Montréal, formerly the Association of Computer Auditors, has been active in the Montreal area since 1984. It is a non-profit organization that brings together people interested in issues of auditing, control, and security of information systems. of the Montreal region, or about 450 members.

ISACA Montreal

More than 200,000 professionals in Quebec and around the world

Today's business world is constantly changing. Newspapers here and abroad are full of examples of major mergers, technological breakthroughs, identity theft, and fraud. The internal auditor, more than ever, plays a leading role in corporate governance, risk management, the effectiveness of internal control, and the efficiency of operations.

By giving you access to a wide range of privileges, the IAI Montreal offers you support to enable you to achieve your career goals and develop your full potential. A multitude of services is available to you locally. As a member of IAI Montreal, you have immediate access to exclusive resources regarding current issues, professional standards, certification, and continuing education. See below a brief overview of the main services offered.

Professional development

The internal auditor must be at the forefront of processes, and his knowledge of ever more complex risks is essential. His contribution to sound management and his ability to highlight the issues and opportunities facing his business contribute to the level of comfort of directors, management and shareholders. Due to the variety of areas to cover and assignments to carry out, internal audit must have an ever-wider range of skills. Training is an undeniable asset for ensuring this level of competence within internal audit teams. The IAI Montreal organizes training covering both the technical aspects of internal auditing and the development of personal skills required by the profession. As members, you benefit from reduced rates for section activities, but also for IAI international and national conferences. In addition, by participating in these activities, you accumulate continuing professional development (CPE) credits.

Networking activities

Every year, IAI Montréal offers a series of events (lunch conferences, cocktails, round tables, etc.) dealing with topics of interest to internal auditors. Our speakers stand out as much for their competence in the field of business and internal audit as for their dynamism. In addition to sharing information, these meetings are privileged moments to meet internal audit professionals and allow you to quickly create links to find new business opportunities.

Certificates

The Certified Internal Auditor^® (CIA^®)
More than 115,000 professionals hold the CIA designation worldwide. The section of the Institute of Internal Auditors of Montreal has more than 175 CIA designation holders. The Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) ​​is the only internal audit certification with global reach. It has been issued by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) since 1973. The rigor of professional standards and the IIA's Code of Ethics gives CIA designation holders a highly respected and internationally recognized designation in internal auditing. The exams, overseen by The IIA World Headquarters, are offered in more than 500 locations and are available in most languages.

Other certifications related to the profession allow internal auditors to distinguish themselves by highlighting their expertise and skills in certain areas.

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Membership Services

These services are diversified and include among others, but are not limited to the organization of training, social activities and round tables, the maintenance of communication with members as well as the publication of job offers.

Professional Publications

As a member of the Montreal section, you have access to the journal and various publications of the French Institute for Internal Audit and Control (IFACI). In addition, your membership entitles you to a subscription to the award-winning bimonthly journal Ia (Internal Auditor) and access to The IIA Research Foundation bookstore, which is full of research reports produced with the collaboration of academia, consultants, and practitioners. Attractive discounts are offered to members on a wide selection of books, videos, software, research reports, and reference works.

Weekly press release

The best way to stay informed of our activities in real-time is to subscribe to our weekly newsletter. You will find relevant information for the profession, the calendar of upcoming events and training from the IAI Montreal and its partners, as well as new job offers.

Discussion forum

Come take part in the discussions of internal audit professionals by joining the “Institute of Internal Auditors – Montreal and Quebec” group on LinkedIn, and thus exchange on best practices, and why not find a solution to new challenges!

Website

Indispensable, our website allows you to learn about the Institute, to consult, among other things, the latest news, events, and upcoming training, as well as the most recent job offers. The site also provides links to other related sites of interest. 

Job bank

In order to optimize your recruitment process, the IAI Montreal offers you its job posting services. By entrusting us with your ad, you increase your chances of quickly finding the ideal candidate, thanks among other things to a massive distribution by email to our members. Indeed, our simple, fast, and efficient services allow you to join the large community of internal auditors (more than 950 members) in the Montreal region in less than 5 days, via our newsletter. It's the best way to quickly access an exclusive pool of internal audit experts! Job offers are updated on a continuous basis on our website.

Partnership

The Institute of Montreal Auditors joins forces with other organizations pursuing similar objectives, and aims through these partnerships to promote and develop the profession, while offering its members a wide range of services, including training and networking activities. Do not hesitate to consult our website where several of our partners offer activities or training at the preferential rate reserved for their members.

Membership Fee

Membership in IAI Montreal can be done by individual membership or group membership.