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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 Dubecki

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 Petro

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.

Siying (Amy) Wu

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.

 

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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.

Please join our Firm in congratulating Kate Chiera (St. Catharines) and Alexis MacCallum (Hamilton) on their promotions to Senior Manager.

Kate Chiera

Kate began her career with DJB in 2014 as a co-op student. She received her CPA, CA designation in 2020 and was promoted to Assurance Manager in January 2022. In January 2025, she begins her role as Senior Manager.

Alexis MacCallum

Alexis joined DJB’s Hamilton office in the fall of 2020 as a Senior Associate and was promoted to Manager in January 2022. Starting January 2025, she assumes the role of Senior Manager

Please join our Firm in congratulating Paige Haggett on her recent promotion to Director, Human Resources.

Paige is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) and holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from Sheridan College, as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Toronto. Paige is an active member of the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA) in the Halton region. She has also successfully completed the Workplace Investigations Training and Certificate Program conducted by Bernardi Human Resource Law in consultation with Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA).

In the HR Director role at DJB, Paige oversees and leads DJB’s Human Resources team.

With nearly a decade of generalist experience in supporting human resources initiatives in both retail and administrative settings, Paige brings a wealth of experience in full-cycle recruitment, orientation, training, and HRIS management.

The holidays are just around the corner!

All offices will be closed starting Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at noon and will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Financial Planning Week in Canada began in 2009 with the goal of emphasizing sound financial management and strategic planning benefits to Canadians.  This year, Financial Planning Week takes place from November 17^th to 23^rd and we invite you to join us, with the wider financial planning community, as we come together to help everyone understand their finances better.

We want you to feel financially empowered!  Below are a selection of some resources that you may find useful to explore with a focus on financial planning.  We believe that these articles can assist in fostering a culture of financial responsibility, encouraging individuals of all ages to set and achieve financial goals for a successful future.

Of course, we are also more than pleased to offer personalized advice for any of your financial questions or needs, we invite you to contact one of our qualified financial planners today.

Echoes Series on Legacy Planning – A 9-episode podcast series (episodes ranging from 7 – 25 minutes) where seasoned experts delve into crucial topics like the fundamental concepts of legacy planning, estate assessment, tax complexities, and business succession strategies. The series also covers philanthropy, the balancing of inheritance, and the responsibilities of inheritance recipients.

12 Tips to a Brighter Future – A helpful tool to help you break down financial planning into smaller tasks by month, spread out over the course of a year.

TFSA or RRSP – A handy publication that explores the pros and cons of each savings option and identifies the main differences.

Staying Calm When Markets are Volatile – An insightful article that explores short-term views and long-term strategies to remind us to keep calm, stick to the course, and avoid jeopardizing your long-term plans.

Considerations for Using a Spousal RRSP – Examining when and how this strategy works and whether it is right for you.

DJB Chartered Professional Accountants will be at the 2024 Canadian Greenhouse Conference, located at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre on October 9th & 10th.

For more information and directions, check out the Canadian Greenhouse Conference website.

We invite you to visit us at booth #829.

DJB’s HR Advisory team continues to support the local community as a presenting sponsor for two 2024/25 season performances at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre in St. Catharines.

 

	Celebrating Gord and The Hip Wednesday, October 15, 2024 7:30PM
	HYPROV /w Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci Tuesday, January 28, 2025 7:30PM