We are pleased to share the highlights of another milestone year for CBV Institute and the business valuation profession.

We Grew 2,742 members. 1,436 registered students. 148 new CBVs welcomed into the profession. Our membership grew 5.71% in 2025, congratulations to everyone who joined our community this year.

We Raised the Bar Our modernized Valuation Practice Standards took effect January 1, 2026, following Board approval in September 2025. Stronger disclosure, clearer requirements, and better alignment with International Valuation Standards, built with member input every step of the way.

We Invested in Education We launched our Foundations of Business Valuation course, modernized key curriculum, released a free Financial Statement Primer, and awarded our first CBV Institute–CAAA Academic Research Grant.

We Came Together CONNECT 2025 drew 570+ participants. We delivered 50+ events. Our members logged nearly 10,000 CPD hours. The BV Challenge sold out, bringing 86 students from 25 teams across Canada.

We Made Our Voice Heard 128 million+ media impressions. 190 media articles and mentions. Appearances on BNN Bloomberg. And a national university campaign that reached 2,000+ students at 39 schools coast to coast.

We Supported Our Members New Sole Practitioner Working Groups. An expanded Mentorship Program. Free access to the Ashok Abbott DLOM calculator. Preferred pricing on Vertical IQ and leadership development programming for women in the profession.

Looking Ahead Our 2026–2028 Strategic Plan is underway. Thank you for your continued commitment to the profession.