C.J. (CARA) LIGHT, B.Comm, C.A.

Cara is a principal and has been with the firm since 2003. Cara has been in public practice since 1995. A graduate of the University of Victoria Cara completed her articling in Calgary, Alberta working with small to large owner managed private companies and not-for-profit organizations. Cara has experience in audit assurance, taxation engagements, and auditing of local government organizations. She is also experienced in providing personal and corporate tax planning and advice. Her areas of interest include small business accounting and advice, and estate planning and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant Designation, 1999
• Member of BC Institute of Chartered Accountants 2003 - present
• Member of Alberta Institute of Chartered Accountants 1995 - 2003
• Bachelor of Commerce, University of Victoria, 1995

Experience:

• Principal, Hayes Stewart Little & Company, 2010 - present
• Senior Manager, Hayes Stewart Little & Company, 2003 - 2010
• Manager, Collins Barrow Calgary LLP, 2002 - 2003
• Accountant and articling student, Collins Barrow Calgary LLP, 1997 - 2002
• Articling student, BDO Dunwoody, LLP, 1995 - 1997
• Accountant, Sherwood and Company, 1992 - 1995

Community Involvement:

• Member of the Duncan Daybreak Rotary Club - 2003 - present
• Treasurer 2003 - 2008; Foundation Director 2011 - present
• Committee Member, Malaspina University-College Foundation, 2003 - 2005