The financial reporting implications for public sector entities and the precise effects will depend on the circumstances of each entity. This publication outlines accounting and financial reporting considerations related to the COVID-19 pandemic for entities following Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS). Many of the issues discussed in this publication impact December 31, 2020 and March 31, 2021 year ends, while some issues will have more of an impact on subsequent year ends.
The information in this publication is current as of September 30, 2020.
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