Derek Smith

Derek Smith, CPA, CA has over 15 years of experience in taxation. Derek is currently Vice President of Corporate Tax at Emera, a position they have held since April 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Senior Director of Corporate Taxation at Emera from August 2019 to April 2023. Before joining Emera, Derek held positions at PwC as a Senior Tax Manager from May 2011 to July 2014, at Sobeys as the Director of Taxation from October 2009 to May 2011, and at Ernst & Young as a Tax Manager from September 2006 to October 2009. Derek's work experience has primarily focused on corporate taxation and international tax matters.

Derek Smith, CPA, CA attended Dalhousie University from 1995 to 2003, where they earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree with a specialization in Accounting. Prior to their university studies, Derek attended Sir John A MacDonald high school, although specific details about their degree and field of study are not available.