Blair Smith, FCA, FCPA
Partner, Assurance-Central Leader
Executive summary
With over 30 years of auditing experience, Blair is the Central Leader of BDO's Assurance practice and a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Previously, Blair was the Managing Partner of BDO's Northern Ontario office, which includes Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, and Sudbury. He has been the client relationship partner for several First Nations organizations in Northern Ontario and for various clients in both the private and not-for-profit sectors.
Blair's industry specialties include First Nations, not-for-profit organizations, and natural resources. He has also worked on a variety of consulting engagements, including operational reviews and strategic planning.
Professional affiliations
Member, Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants
Member, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario
Member, BDO's Public Sector Industry Group
Member, BDO's Aboriginal Industry Group
Professional designations and education
Chartered Professional Accountant (2013)
Chartered Accountant, Ontario (1993)
ICAO Award of Distinction (2006), Ontario (FCA) (2011)
Bachelor of Arts, CA Studies, University of Waterloo (1991)