The Canadian Press reported that Hampstead Mayor Jeremy Levi pleaded guilty Oct. 22 to a professional conduct charge, with the council recommending a C$30,000 fine plus mandatory training.
Quebec’s Order of Chartered Professional Accountants, known as CPA Quebec, lists file 47-25-00488 against Levi and identifies him as a CPA auditor. The hearing roll says the allegation is that his conduct fell short of the dignity expected of an accountant and threatened the profession’s reputation. CPA Quebec posted the roll Sept. 30, 2026, and scheduled the Oct. 22 hearing to address guilt and sanction.
In The Canadian Press’ account, the complaint concerns more than 20 of Levi’s social media posts from January 2024 through February 2025 about Palestine and pro-Palestinian activists. The public hearing roll does not describe the posts.
Hampstead Town Council authorized town funds for Levi’s legal defense in the CPA proceeding. Its resolution said the complaint concerned statements he made while serving as mayor, rather than his accounting work. The resolution did not say who would pay any fine.
Quebec’s Code of ethics for chartered professional accountants requires members to protect the profession’s standing and public trust. Section 4 says accountants should avoid methods or attitudes that could damage either. CPA Quebec describes its disciplinary council as an independent administrative tribunal. The council may dismiss a complaint, find an offense and set a penalty, or recommend refresher training. The stated fine is $2,500 to $62,500 per offense. Either party may appeal to the Professions Tribunal; the notice of appeal must be served within 30 days after the decision is communicated.
CPA Quebec’s public decision summaries available Oct. 24 cover decisions through May 31, 2026, and do not include Levi’s case. The reported fine recommendation and training are not reflected in those published summaries.
