Our well‑established network ⁠–⁠ the largest association of chartered professional accounting firms in Canada ⁠–⁠ has been highly focused on expansion, due to our fiercely entrepreneurial spirit and bold ambition to grow our exclusive group of independent firms.

In 2019, we rebranded from Collins Barrow to Baker Tilly Canada, embracing a shared identity with fellow Baker Tilly International member firms in more than 148 territories worldwide, while retaining our autonomy.

And today, we are more determined than ever to find innovative, growth‑oriented firms ready to take their business to the next level, enhance their capabilities and create new, added value for clients.

A look back

Founded over a century ago, our network launched an important growth initiative in 2012 that saw expansion into Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and British Columbia take place, over the course of the next few years.

In 2018, the three‑way merger of Collins Barrow Vancouver, Wolrige Mahon and CW Group, formed a single, powerhouse audit, tax and specialty services firm, Baker Tilly WM LLP, with offices situated in Vancouver and Toronto.

Then Baker Tilly Canada Corporate Finance joined the network in 2021, expanding our impressive repertoire of specialty services. As did Baker Tilly Catalyst LLP and Baker Tilly WCR LLP (with offices in Calgary, Nanton, Sundre and Rocky Mountain House), re‑establishing our strong presence in Alberta.

Most recently, in 2022, we were proud to welcome our first‑ever New Brunswick firm, Baker Tilly GMA LLP, as well as Baker Tilly RSG LLP in Edmonton, Alberta ⁠–⁠ further illustrating our network’s commitment to growth in both primary and secondary markets.

Next up… you?

Baker Tilly Canada member firm advantages

• A proven governance structure and a collaborative network of professionals coast to coast
• Access to invaluable professional practice training and resources, including templates, peer reviews, updates and technical expertise/support
• Elimination of barriers to growth via access to broader markets, enhanced brand reputation, a wider range of integrated services, referral networks and resources
• Access to an array of specialty service offering across the country
• Access to the learnings of/option to engage with service and industry specific committees, including information technology, cybersecurity, HR strategy, cloud accounting, back office, tax, PPAC, agriculture
• Enhanced brand recognition, thanks to nationally led marketing and branding initiatives and support
• National tax leadership via our established National Tax team
• An inspired branded platform (including resources and training) to recruit and engage a diverse and multi‑generational workforce, as well as support with retention, succession and growing firm culture
• Global brand recognition, resources and access through membership in Baker Tilly International

After joining the Baker Tilly Canada network, firms continue to grow in size and influence in their region because they can draw on our unique network model: maintaining independence, while simultaneously accessing an expansive group of professionals across Canada, an established talent platform and unparalleled specialty service offerings.

“By joining our national network, new member firms are breaking through traditional barriers to growth,” says Scott Dupuis, chair, Baker Tilly Canada. “They gain access to national resources that empower them to provide clients with even greater value, while maintaining the autonomy that leads to their local market leadership.”

We are looking for full‑service audit and tax firms with:

• Demonstrated market presence
• Charted plans for revenue and firm growth
• Service differentiators and unique expertise

Additionally, Baker Tilly Canada is seeking specialty services firms that focus on an array of competencies, ranging from digital transformation and IT support to human resources and other economic or financial advisory practices.

Baker Tilly Canada’s National Firm Recruitment Committee appreciates discussions with qualifying firms. “Ultimately, we are looking for market leaders who are eager to redefine business as usual and take their firm to the next level,” says Stephen Chris, chief operating officer for Baker Tilly Canada.

“Our growth is not simply expansion of our national footprint. It is strategic, sustained advancement of value‑based, speciality service offerings in Canadian communities from coast to coast.”

Our network has a demonstrated record of success ⁠–⁠ and we’ve only just begun. Join our team.

Contact:

Stephen Chris
Chief Operating Officer
Baker Tilly Canada
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