USask alumnus inducted into Canadian Accounting Hall of Fame

Jack Vicq, professor emeritus and distinguished University of Saskatchewan (USask) alumnus, has been inducted as one of the 2025 Leaders of the Profession from the Canadian Accounting Hall of Fame (CAHF). This prestigious honour celebrates individuals whose work has significantly shaped the accounting profession in Canada or advanced its development internationally. CAHF recognizes excellence across a wide spectrum of practice, including assurance, financial reporting, management accounting, taxation, corporate governance and consultancy, as well as through leadership in professional organizations, regulatory bodies and academic contributions.

Vicq earned a B.Comm. in 1961 and an M.Sc. in Accounting in 1969 from USask, becoming a Chartered Accountant in 1963 and an FCA in 1997. In 1967, he began a 33-year teaching career at the College of Commerce, where he influenced generations of students in taxation and accounting. He served as Associate Dean, Department Head and Director of the Centre for International Business Studies, helping grow the college’s international reach. In recognition of his exemplary service, he was named professor emeritus by USask.

His influence extended beyond academia to the profession, public service and corporate governance. Vicq chaired the Board of Examiners for the Chartered Accountants Professional Examinations for over a decade, led key CICA committees and helped align Canadian standards with global practices. Provincially, he played a critical role in shaping ethics, policy and education through committee work with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Saskatchewan.

In government, Vicq served as Research Officer with Revenue Canada, and Associate Deputy Minister of Finance and Acting Deputy Minister of Finance for the Province of Saskatchewan. He advised on tax policy and economic development, authored interpretation bulletins and consulted federally on Tax Collection Agreements. He also chaired tax review committees at both provincial and municipal levels. He served on the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan board, including 18 years as Chair of the Audit Committee.

Vicq's commitment to social equity and education led to one of his most enduring legacies: Indigenous business education. In response to the Oka crisis and the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples, he launched initiatives at USask that opened pathways for Indigenous students. He secured industry support, built partnerships with the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College and helped create transition programs, mentorship networks and curriculum that incorporated Indigenous knowledge.

His commitment to community was equally profound. He co-led a tax volunteer program with senior students and held roles with organizations including the Meewasin Valley Authority, United Church and Saskatchewan Abilities Council. In 2015, Vicq and his wife Sylvia received the National Philanthropy Day Award from Association of Fundraising Professionals Saskatoon for their generosity and leadership.

Vicq’s career reflects visionary leadership, civic responsibility and a deep belief in inclusive education. His legacy continues to shape the accounting profession and inspire future generations.

USask and the Edwards School of Business congratulate Jack Vicq on this outstanding achievement!