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No Limits Conference

Choose Your Adventure

At No Limits, high school students and teachers discover how the CPA designation opens doors to shape tomorrow's business world. Experience firsthand how this dynamic career path empowers future business leaders to make meaningful impact across industries.

Building on the success of the No Limits Toronto Conference, we’ve expanded our reach to include Niagara, Waterloo, and Ottawa, bringing this flagship experience to even more future leaders across Ontario.

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What to Expect: 

Inspiring Keynotes & Panels: Hear from notable CPAs and industry professionals about their career journeys and the impact of the designation. 

Networking Opportunities: Connect with CPAs from diverse industries, potential employers and top business students from across the province. 

Interactive Workshops: Build leadership and professional skills through hands-on activities designed to prepare you for future success. 

No Limits 2025-2026 Events:

No Limits Toronto Conference

Join us on May 20, 2026, at No Limits - our most anticipated event of the year - where high school students explore how CPAs shape tomorrow’s business world. 

Attend in-person downtown Toronto or join virtually from your classroom!

Spots are limited for the No Limits in-person experience! Register today before we sell out.

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In-Person Experience

Join us in-person for No Limits Conference in downtown Toronto near the Union Station to:

  • Network with notable CPAs, potential employers and representatives from top post-secondary institutions
  • Develop essential leadership and professional skills
  • Learn from CPAs driving change across industries

Teachers participate in transformative workshops that fuel professional growth and deepen your impact as a mentor of future leaders. 

Virtual Experience

Can’t join us in person? Bring No Limits directly to your classroom. Our virtual conference delivers the same valuable insights to students through a dynamic and interactive online platform.

One of a kind

  • Students interact directly with professionals through our cutting-edge platform RingCentral
  • Real-time Q&A sessions and interactive activities keep students fully engaged
  • Exclusive content designed specifically for virtual delivery
  • Expert host guides students through every segment of the event

Simple setup requirements

  • Space: Any classroom or meeting room with good viewing angles
  • Technology: One main display screen or TV with audio capabilities
  • Student Devices: Smartphones or tablets for interactive portions

What Students Are Saying

“It was my first time attending No Limits with my peers, and I absolutely loved it. The day was packed with opportunities to connect with CPAs and students, participate in workshops, hear from inspiring speakers, and explore interactive booths. The photobooth with my class was a fun bonus! Everything was so well organized.” 

“You get to make so many new connections and friends. For me, this conference helped me realize that I want to become a CPA. Even if you're unsure about your future, No Limits gives you the chance to explore new possibilities.” 

What Teachers Are Saying 

“It was a great experience networking with fellow educators and university experts. The educator exclusive sessions were especially insightful and relevant.” 

“The keynote speaker gave one of the best talks I’ve heard in a long time, his message resonated across disciplines. I shared it with all three of my business classes and passed it along to other teachers. I also really appreciated the format of the networking session.” 

Agenda

No Limits Toronto Conference

In-Person No Limits

8:30 a.m. - Student registration, light breakfast & post-secondary and career booths
Register, enjoy breakfast and talk with post-secondary school and career representatives.

Welcome & activity
No Limits kick-off.

Keynote speaker: Manny Banwait, CPA, CA 
Director, Data Enablement, PwC  
Hear from a leader in PwC's Next Generation Audit program - Manny has been instrumental in developing and implementing AI-driven audit practices that are revolutionizing the profession. His technical acumen and visionary approach have established him as a key figure in shaping the future of auditing. 

Fireside Chat with CPAs
Get the scoop from a few inspiring CPAs and get warmed up for networking.

Roundtable networking with CPAs
Take part in conversations at your table with CPAs working in diverse industries.

Lunch & post-secondary and career booths
Enjoy lunch and connect with post-secondary school and career representatives to learn about their programs and next steps in your professional journey.

Workshop # 1 for students: A CPA's guide to solving business problems
Get a competitive edge as you enter the workforce by learning from leading CPA, John Asher (Keypr|Chief Executive Officer and Founder) on what it takes to work as a business professional with this interactive mini case.

Workshop #1 for teachers: How to develop future leaders
Teachers are invited to enjoy a separate workshop led by Rotman School of Management University Professor - Dragan Stojanovic, CPA, CA.

Workshop #2 for studentsCommunicate Like a Pro & Build Your Brand with Trae Wood from CPA Ontario.

Workshop #2 for teachersFrom Classroom to Career: Student Insights for Teaching Success with an interactive panel of top university students sharing their views. 

2:50 p.m. - Wrap up & Closing Ceremonies

3:00 p.m. - End

Virtual No Limits

9:15 a.m. - Start & login

9:30 a.m - Welcome
No Limits kick-off.

Keynote speaker: Joseph Hanna, CPA, CA
AI Trust – Leadership Team, PwC 
Hear from an expert on AI and how it is impacting the future of accounting. 

CPA Pathway
Discover the educational journey to earning the designation and unlocking limitless career opportunities.

CPA Panel - Choose Your Adventure: The CPA Journey
From student to designation and beyond, every CPA has a unique story. Join this dynamic panel featuring individuals at different stages of their careers and start imagining your own adventure in the world of business and beyond!

Communicate Like a Pro & Build Your Brand with Chelsea D'Almeida from CPA Ontario

11:30 a.m. - Wrap up & Closing Ceremonies

11:35 a.m. - End

Sponsors

Our 2025 Sponsors:

  • BDO
  • Brock University
  • KPMG
  • MNP
  • McMaster University
  • University of Guelph - Humber
  • University of Toronto - Scarborough
  • University of Waterloo

Meet CPAs from top organizations

Connect with CPAs across diverse industries and discover the endless opportunities a CPA designation offers. Our No Limits 2025 event featured professionals from:

  • Office of the Minister of Health and Deputy Premier of Ontario
  • Spectra Confectionary
  • TVO
  • RBC Capital Markets
  • IGM Financial
  • Canadian Hospital Specialties
  • EY
  • Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited
  • BDO
  • MNP LLP
  • Fidelity Investments Canada
  • NumbersLink Consulting Inc.
  • Hudbay Minerals Inc.
  • EATABLE FOODS INC.
  • TD Bank
  • GOVERNMENT OF CANADA
  • Sun Life Capital Management
  • SLC Management
  • Johnson and Johnson
  • RiskCheck Environmental
  • National Football League
  • CAPREIT
  • Sun Life Financial
  • Rogers Communications Inc.
  • OPS
  • Skymetrix
  • Fidelity Investments Canada

FAQs In-Person Toronto Conference

We’ve put together a list of our most frequently asked questions about No Limits. Click on your question. Get your answer.

FAQs Virtual

Still can’t find what you’re looking for?

Contact us at getinvolved@cpaontario.ca and one of our staff members will reach out to you.