Canada’s business valuation authority since 1971
Earn Canada’s leading valuation credential
The CBV designation opens doors in M&A, private equity, consulting, litigation support, and financial reporting. Start the Program of Studies and take the first step toward becoming a Chartered Business Valuator.

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Become a CBV
Earn Canada’s leading valuation credential. Explore eligibility, courses, and the path to designation.
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Find a CBV
Search by specialty and location to connect with a qualified business valuator.
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Hire a CBV
Bring proven valuation expertise to your team. See what a CBV credential means for your hiring decisions.
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From education to opportunity
What the CBV designation opens up for you
From diverse career paths to global recognition, see what the CBV designation means for your career, and how the Program of Studies gets you there.


The CBV designation played a key role in my career progression; it provided me with the technical skills to be able to analyze and opine on complex valuation issues.
Neal Mizrahi
CPA, CA, CBV
Managing Director
Soriano Mizrahi de Gray Inc.

The skill set that the CBV designation provides is one that transcends many fields: M&A, investment banking, tax, litigation, the list goes on. The materials and coursework are only the tip of the iceberg; they lay a foundation for a multitude of opportunities.
Nyla Roopnarinesingh
CBV, CDFA, FDRP-Val
Partner
Fruitman Kates Ornstein Valuations

The power of this designation is not just in the title, but in the doors it has opened for me.
Kshitij Patel
CA, CBV
Managing Director
73 Strings

The learnings and experiences from the CBV Program of Studies equipped me with the skills to be a well-rounded advisor for our clients. Today, I attribute my success to the valuable knowledge gained through the program; it helped me become a well-rounded client advisor.
Katelyn Rogers
CPA, CBV
Senior Manager, Transactions
Grant Thornton LLP

The CBV designation adds significant value regardless of where you end up. It strengthens your technical abilities and enhances your overall toolkit, making you more effective in a wide range of finance roles.
Danial Sayadi
CPA, CBV
Senior Manager
Strategy, Risk and Transactions
Deloitte
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Future of Valuation: AI, Complexity, and the Skills That Matter Next
The valuation profession is changing rapidly. Artificial intelligence is transforming how professionals analyze information, private markets and illiquid assets continue to grow…
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CBV Institute Releases Revised Code of Ethics for Public Consultation
CBV Institute has released a new and updated Code of Ethics for public consultation and is inviting feedback from CBVs, Registered Students…
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CBV Institute Announces New Board of Directors and 2026-2027 Executive Committee
CBV Institute is pleased to welcome new members to the Board of Directors and to introduce the incoming Executive Committee for the…
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