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CBV EXPERTISE
CBVs are internationally recognized as having the judgment and analytical training necessary for a wide range of valuation-based needs: all based on value measurement, value creation and value protection.
2025 M&A Outlook
CBV Institute’s 2025 M&A Outlook Survey reveals that a majority of CBVs involved in M&A expect deal activity in Canada to rise over the next 12 to 24 months.
Valuation and Taxes: Recent Developments in the Canadian Tax Landscape and How They Affect Your Business
This edition covers key changes in Canadian tax law, notable court cases, and updated regulations for family business transfers. Essential reading for SME owners, these insights will help you understand the valuation impacts of tax changes and support informed business planning.
Artificial Intelligence & Business Valuation
Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the future of business valuation and M&A. In this insightful video, CBV experts explore AI’s role as both a disruptive force and a powerful tool, revolutionizing valuation processes through efficiency, data analysis, and predictive modeling.
WHAT CBVs DO
Chartered Business Valuators (CBVs) are accredited finance professionals with extensive knowledge and expertise in the specialized field of business valuation. CBVs are internationally recognized as having the judgment and analytical training necessary for a wide range of valuation-based needs, all based on value measurement, value creation, and value protection. Value-added services provided by CBVs include litigation support, estate and succession planning, transaction and deal advisory, purchase price allocations and goodwill impairment, financial model development, risk analysis, valuation creation services, and more.
This unique expertise generates reliable conclusions leading to confident business decisions.
For the gold standard in business valuation, look no further than the prestigious CBV designation.
“As a family law lawyer, mediator and arbitrator, I regularly turn to Chartered Business Valuators (CBVs) to provide business valuations, income reports, and critical analysis of complex financial issues in family law cases. CBVs also provide expert evidence in court and arbitrations and as well as assisting in negotiations and mediations. More recently, some CBVs have obtained specialized training in family law and certification as a family dispute resolution professional.”
Lorne H. Wolfson
Specialist in Family Law
Torkin Manes LLP
“Pursuing the CBV designation allowed me to develop critical finance skills that set me apart from the legions of BComms and CPAs in my job market. The CBV definitely moved me to the front-of-the-line for a number of high-paying job opportunities within the investment, accounting, banking, and consulting industries. Anyone with a passion for finance who is looking to differentiate themselves should definitely consider this program.”
Chris Polson, MBA, CPA, CMA, CFA, CBV, CFF
Partner, Advisory & Disputes
PwC Canada
CBV INFORMED JUDGMENT
Chartered Business Valuators bring together theory, fact, and analysis to develop informed judgments.