Kristine Simpson, FCPA, FCA

Executive summary

Kristine Simpson has over 25 years of experience in general accounting, audit, and tax practices. She has extensive experience working with all areas of the public sector and NPO audit engagements in British Columbia. This includes, municipalities, health authorities, universities, colleges, school districts, crown corporations and other government agencies. She specializes in public sector and NPO audit and finance; internal control reviews, strategic planning, advising on mergers and combinations and capital project consultations.

Kristine has delivered training to public sector clients on PSAB standards, emerging issues, and performance measures. She has presented at the Government Finance Officers Association Conference and Housing Central on Municipal Housing issues and consolidation in the sector.

Professional affiliations

Fellow, Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC)
The Vancouver Club, Director (2021-current)
Vancouver Foundation, Development Committee (2020-current)
BC Chamber of Commerce, Director (2015-2020)
Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce, Director (2009-2015)

Professional designations and education

Chartered Accountant, Institute of Chartered Accountant of British Columbia (1998)
Bachelor of Business Administration, Simon Fraser University (1996)
Diploma in Business Administration, Douglas College (1992)

Honours and awards

The Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants (FCPA, FCA)
One of the highest honours in accounting, Kristine was awarded this designation by the CPABC for her exceptional service to the profession and her significant contributions to both her career and the community.

2025 Influential Women in Business Award, Business in Vancouver
Kristine was recognized as one of the female business leaders in B.C. who demonstrate exceptional corporate and community leadership.

King Charles III Coronation Medal 2025
Kristine was recognized for her significant contributions to Canada and her home province of British Columbia, as well as for exemplifying important values such as community service, environmental stewardship and embracing diversity.