On 26 April 2019, Past-Chair of CFA Society Toronto's Board of Directors Pamela Steer, Chief Financial Officer of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) was named Canada's CFO of the Year™ for 2019. The Award honours senior financial leaders who have made significant contributions to business in Canada with demonstrated quality, insight and integrity.
Pamela Steer led the WSIB through a major transformation that resulted in improved financial operations and helped to increase public trust and credibility of the crown corporation. Over the last few years, she has focused on ensuring the WSIB has the right talent, hiring more accredited accountants with private sector experience, strengthening actuarial expertise and investing in training programs to foster young professionals' development.
Pamela had served as CFA Society Toronto's Chair of the Board of Directors for the year of 2017-2018. During her tenure, she had provided Society leaders with the guidance and insights in the development of the Society's 2019-2021 Strategic Plan. Pamela is currently serving on the Board of Directors as the Past-Chair and Chair, Governance & Nominations where she continues to provide her expertise in further enhancing the Society's member services.