Join CPA Assist on December 10 for the seventh-annual CPA Assist Virtual Wellness Conference presented by InsureCPA.
Finding joy isn’t about ignoring life’s challenges. It’s about choosing to focus on what helps us grow, connect, and thrive. This year’s CPA Assist Virtual Wellness Conference explores practical ways to cultivate joy, build resilience, embrace authentic optimism, and bring more laughter and well-being into everyday life, even during times of uncertainty.
Message from the CPA Assist Committee Chair:
Whether it’s learning the simple art of “spreading positive gossip” or discovering the unexpected nutritional benefits of edamame, I walk away from every CPA Assist event with invaluable nuggets of wisdom. I know this year’s CPA Assist Virtual Wellness Conference, centered around the theme of “Joy,” will be no exception.
I’ll be the first to admit that finding and holding onto joy isn’t always easy. As we navigate demanding careers, try to carve out meaningful time for family and friends, and process broader uncertainties, finding the space to feel joy can feel almost impossible.
That said, I’ve learned that finding genuine joy and effectively dealing with change don’t require grand, overnight transformations. Instead, they start with a single, intentional action. Real progress often comes down to the basics: making your bed, brushing your teeth, or taking a moment to breathe. When you focus on those small, daily habits, each incremental step becomes easier, gradually creating the space and energy needed for joy to take root.
Making progress toward joy can start right now with one simple choice: registering for the 2026 CPA Assist Virtual Wellness Conference! I look forward to attending this year’s conference with you all and growing together on this journey.
Jeff Herzog, CPA, MAcc
Chair, CPA Assist Committee
What to expect from this year’s conference
- Jessica Janzen, a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and fierce advocate for mental health, rare disease, and all things joy, will guide attendees on how to use joy as a strategic tool and build forward momentum—even in times of uncertainty.
- Dr. Laura Hambely, an organizational psychologist with over 25 years of experience, will offer practical, evidence-informed strategies to replace forced positivity with authentic, empathetic, and solution-focused optimism.
- Canadian Hall of Fame speaker, Michael Kerr will have attendees ready to laugh, learn and examine their workplace through a whole new lens. He will share hilarious real-world examples, practical ideas, and his “Three R’s” of humour and stress management to help you become more resilient, resourceful, and effective
- Serena Benali BSc, RD will reveal how nourishment supports energy, mood, and the way we show up in daily life. Attendees will learn practical ways to make food feel more enjoyable and less stressful.
Invest in your well-being and gain strategies that will serve you year-round. Registration is open now, so don’t miss your chance to spark joy, cultivate authentic optimism, and bring more laughter into your everyday life.
