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January 22nd, 2009 There are now more options available for students who would like to enrol in the Certified Credit Professional CCP program, please visit our web site to find out more. Simon Fraser University has now listed the CCP program in their course calendar and can be viewed on their website at sfu.ca/cstudies/mpprog/cic.htm. Also available to our student members is a mentorship program, as well as a student discussion link on the national web site. The success of your chapter depends on the commitment of its volunteers. We are busy throughout the year promoting the British Columbia Chapter, providing social and educational events, supporting our students, members and the needs of the business community. We currently have openings on the chapter board. Contact us if you would like to join the executive committee and support your local chapter. |
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Vi Jones Memorial Recipients 2000 - Carol Breining, CCP Emeritus 2001 - Myrna Eager, CCP 2002 - Dan Oleksiuk, CCP 2003 - Alan Fraser, CCP 2004 - Irene Joy, CCP 2005 - Harry Hunter, CCP Emeritus 2006 - Frank Snell, CCP 2007 - Pam Burton, CCP 2008 - Carl Larsen, CGA, CCP Emeritus Vi Jones Memorial Award The Vi Jones Memorial is presented this evening to an individual that has provided many years of service and support to the B.C. Chapter of the Credit Institute as well as having a strong commitment as a volunteer in their community. This individual has always supported the educational and social programs of the B.C. Chapter and can be counted on time and time again to assist whenever there is a need. The award being presented tonight represents and acknowledges their strong commitment and honors the memory of Violet Jones and her devotion to the credit fraternity. Her generosity and dedication to everyone she met, her encouragement when all else seemed unattainable and the friendship she bestowed on her fellow man is honored here tonight. Violet was a very spiritual woman who recognized the good in an individual and encouraged them to take advantage of every opportunity. This award celebrates the life of Violet Jones and her memory. Tonight this prestigious award is given to an individual that shares the same goals and has walked the distance in support of this chapter. Celebrating 80 Years of Professional Credit Education 2008 marks the eightieth anniversary of the Credit Institute of Canada (CIC). Created by a special Act of Parliament in 1928, the CIC is the only Canadian organization which grants official designations to professionals in the Canadian credit field, and is recognized as the primary source of credit management training in the country. The Credit Institute of Canada (CIC) professional training benefits both professional members of the organization and the businesses they serve. Carol Breining is one such individual. Carol became a member of the CIC British Columbia branch at the beginning of her career as a credit professional in the international forestry industry, and earned the CCP (Certified Credit Professional) designation shortly thereafter. She is former CIC National President and Dean, was an active member of the National Board of Directors, and has been awarded the prestigious CCP (Emeritus) designation. Throughout her nearly 30 year career, Ms. Breining distinguished herself as a leader in the credit industry. “To be a successful credit manager you must have all the tools to do so,” Ms. Breining states. “I started as the secretary to the Corporate Credit Manager. After completing the CIC program I was promoted to Credit Manager handling a very large accounts receivable portfolio. Without the formal educational component, that would not have been possible.” Ms. Breining notes that the volatility of the financial marketplace makes it prudent for employers to ensure that they have a knowledgeable individual handling the credit portion of the business. “Most companies operate with a line of credit from a financial institution as well as third-party accounts receivable insurance. These institutions require that the credit personnel handling the accounts receivable portfolio have either a Finance Degree or the CCP designation. A professional that has a designation and continues to maintain it by completing the continuous educational components is far better prepared to deal with the legal issues associated with credit management. I would definitely recommend credit professionals firm up their credentials.” The CCP designation is widely acknowledged in today’s global marketplace as a symbol of excellence in credit management. The Certified Credit Professional designation (CCP) is a rigorous and reputable benchmark of excellence that enables businesses to clearly and confidently identify individuals of outstanding training and capabilities. For more information about the Credit Institute of Canada and the CCP (Certified Credit Professional) designation, please contact: Regina Delovitch, General Manager, Credit Institute of Canada 219 Dufferin Street, Suite 216-C, Toronto, Ontario M6K 3J1 Email: rdelovitch@creditedu.org |
