DJB honoured with McGillivrayTrusted Professional endorsement for the fourth year!
Renowned real estate expert Scott McGillivray—an award-winning Home Network celebrity, executive producer, and seasoned investor with hundreds of successful real estate ventures—knows firsthand the invaluable role that knowledgeable, connected, and dedicated Real Estate Professionals play in every buying and selling experience.
“Partner with the Professionals I trust!” recommends Scott McGillivray, real estate expert and star of TV shows Income Property, Buyers Bootcamp and Scott’s Vacation House Rules. “It’s important to partner with professionals that have the market knowledge and expertise guaranteed to make your real estate journey a smooth and successful one.”
Real Estate Professionals in the McGillivray Trusted Professional Program have been carefully selected based on their proven expertise, outstanding client satisfaction, and ability to consistently deliver results.
About DJB Chartered Professional Accountants
DJB was founded in 1940 and is one of the largest independent public accounting firms in the Halton region, with multiple offices serving businesses throughout Southern Ontario. DJB professionals have the expertise to provide financial and business advisory services related to any construction and real estate venture, whether in start-up phase, fully functional, or at divestiture.
About Scott McGillivray
Scott McGillivray is North America’s go-to expert when it comes to all things real estate and renovation. He’s a real estate investor, contractor, and star of hit Home Network TV shows such as Income Property, Buyers Bootcamp, and Scott’s Vacation House Rules. McGillivray emphasizes the importance of using a qualified Real Estate Professional by recognizing a select few of the best real estate minds in the country through his McGillivray Trusted Agent and Trusted Professional programs.
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Video of Scott McGillivray with our DJB Partners’ Ryan Bouskill and James Buckley on the value of the McGillivray Trusted Professional endorsement.
DJB is pleased to announce our relationship with Aprio, a highly respected Top 25 business advisory and accounting firm based in Atlanta.
We look forward to working with Aprio as a member in the firm’s new Professional Services+ practice, which provides professional services firms in accounting, consulting, law, and other professions access to a wide range of client-centric services, leading tools, and tailored solutions to accelerate growth.
In addition, PS+ members may participate in the PS+ Collaborative, a value-added member benefit that facilitates peer-to-peer engagement around the unique and evolving needs of professional services organizations, and their clients and employees through annual conferences, peer groups, workshops, roundtables, and other interactions.
DJB Partner, James Buckley, will moderate the following panel of specialists on the topic of key housing challenges and opportunities in the housing sector on May 22, 2025, at the Burlington Golf & Country Club.
For the fourth consecutive year, DJB has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers. This award underscores the Firm’s commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and inspires continued efforts to foster a thriving and innovative environment.
“Being future-focused goes beyond a mindset—it’s a commitment to innovation and readiness for what’s to come,” said Darryl Teutenberg, Firm Managing Partner. “We prioritize investment in our team, fostering growth through professional development and embracing transformation. By welcoming and valuing fresh ideas from all team members, we ensure we are prepared for the future, with each person contributing meaningfully to our collective success.”
DJB was also selected as one of the Hamilton-Niagara Top Employers for 2025, a recognition based on criteria such as work environment, employee engagement, and family-friendly policies.
When it comes to great people, we always have room for more. Learn more about us at www.djb.com/careers.
About DJB. DJB is one of the largest public accounting firms in the Niagara, Hamilton, and Halton regions. Established in 1940, the Firm provides accounting, assurance, and business advisory services to businesses across Southern Ontario. With multiple locations, DJB has built its reputation on a deep commitment to the communities in which it operates.
Please join our Firm in congratulating Mark Gonzales – Tax (St. Catharines), David Mambella – Assurance (St. Catharines), Nicholas Medeiros – Assurance (St. Catharines), and Sierra Varga – Assurance (St. Catharines) on their promotions to Supervisor.
Please join our Firm in congratulating Rachel Mak (Burlington) for successfully passing the 2024 Membership Qualification Exam (MQE). The MQE is the final educational requirement leading to the Chartered Business Valuators (CBV) designation and is administered by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators. Rachel was admitted for membership as a Chartered Business Valuator in December of 2024.
Please join our Firm in congratulating Shaun Arsenault (Hamilton), Nolan Corning (Hamilton), Emily Kenny (Hamilton), Josh McGarr (Hamilton), Meaghan Peck (St. Catharines), Madison Smith (St. Catharines), Olivia Turko (St. Catharines), and Jared Walker (Hamilton), for successfully passing their 2024 Common Final Evaluation (CFE). The CFE is the final educational requirement leading to the Chartered Professional Accountant designation.
Please join our Firm in congratulating Erin Dubecki (St. Catharines), Emily Petro (St. Catharines), and Siying (Amy) Wu (St. Catharines) on their promotions to Manager.
Erin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Brock University, specializing in Human Resources. Additionally, she is a certified Compensation Management Specialist (CMS) accredited by the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plan. Starting January 2025, she assumes the role Manager, Human Resources.
Emily began her career with DJB in 2021 as a Senior Staff Accountant and received her CPA designation in February 2023. As of January 2025, she steps into the position of Manager.
Amy began her career with DJB in 2021 as an Intermediate Staff Accountant, she completed her Master of Accountancy degree (co-op option) in 2020, and received her CPA designation in 2022. Effective January 2025, she transitions into the role of Manager.
DJB is proud to be recognized once again as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers for 2025. This year’s winners were announced on January 16, 2025, in The Hamilton Spectator.
This prestigious award reflects the Firm’s commitment to our employees and our continuous efforts to create a positive and inclusive work environment, where everyone’s contributions are valued.
“Our employees are the heart of our Firm, and we aim to create a culture of excellence, innovation and collaboration, where everyone has an opportunity to bring their authentic self to work and to contribute to our Firm’s strategy.”Darryl Teutenberg, Firm Managing Partner
To be selected as one of Hamilton-Niagara Top Employers, organizations are evaluated on work environment, employee engagement, and family-friendly policies, among several other criteria. Read the reasons for DJB’s selection as a Top Employer in the Hamilton-Niagara region.
About DJB.DJB is one of the largest public accounting firms in the Niagara/Hamilton/Halton region with multiple locations offering accounting, assurance and business advisory services to businesses located throughout Southern Ontario. The Firm was founded in 1940 and has built its reputation on the engagement and commitment we’ve made to the communities in which we work and live.
