News Category: DJB News

Please join our Firm in congratulating Olaoluwa “Ola” Amuwo (Burlington), Derek Smith (St. Catharines), and Nick Visser (St. Catharines) on their promotions to Senior Manager.

Olaoluwa “Ola” Amuwo

Ola obtained both her Bachelor and Master of Science in Accounting degrees from the University at Buffalo, New York, and received her Certified Public Accountant designation from the state of New York in 2016. She joined DJB as a Manager in the Burlington office in September 2019 and became Senior Manager in January 2023.

Derek Smith

Derek obtained his Bachelor of Accounting degree from Brock University in December 2015 and obtained his CPA, CA designation in December 2017. He has completed all three years of the CICA In-Depth Tax program. Derek started his career at DJB in 2012 as a co-op student and began working full time in 2016. He was promoted to Manager in January 2020 and to Senior Manager in 2023.

Nick Visser

Nick graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Accounting degree in 2013 and received his Chartered Professional Accountant designation in 2014. He joined DJB in January 2017 in the Assurance In-Charge capacity, was promoted to Manager in January 2019, and became Senior Manager in January 2023.

It is our pleasure to share that we’ve been named one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers for 2023 by Mediacorp Canada Inc., organizers of the annual Canada’s Top 100 Employers project. This year’s regional winners were announced on November 24, 2022, in The Hamilton Spectator. DJB was honoured to have previously received this distinction in 2020 and again in 2022.

To be selected as a Top Employer, companies are compared to other organizations in their field to determine which offer the most progressive programs.

“This distinction is an incredible achievement for DJB and I believe a real differentiator as a leading employer within the region.  From the great initiatives we’ve implemented to the amazing culture of our Firm, we couldn’t be more pleased to be among the best companies for aspiring professionals within the region.” Darryl Teutenberg, Firm Managing Partner.

To be selected as one of Hamilton-Niagara Top Employers, organizations are evaluated on:

• Physical Workplace
• Work Atmosphere and Communications
• Health Benefits
• Financial Benefits and Compensation
• Family-Friendly Policies
• Performance Management, Training and Development
• Vacation Policy and Paid Days Off
• Community Involvement

The annual competition is open to any employer with its head office in the Hamilton-Niagara area, and employers of any size may apply, whether private or public sector.

Read the reasons for DJB’s selection as a top employer.

 

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About DJB.  DJB is one of the largest public accounting firms in the Niagara, Hamilton, and Halton regions 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.

DJB is a member of the RSM Canada Alliance.  The alliance provides us with access to the resources of RSM Canada while still allowing us to maintain our independence and entrepreneurial spirit. Through the RSM Canada Alliance, we are continuing to build and enhance our Firm’s culture by leveraging the infrastructure and best practices of RSM Canada.

 

Running from November 20th to 26th, Financial Planning week is an important component of Financial Literacy Month (November). Through participation in this annual campaign, we strive to help raise awareness and promote the benefits of financial planning with a professional planner.

Financial planning is more than just budgeting and saving, it is the strategy and process that sets you on a course to achieve your life goals through the proper management of your financial affairs.

We have a number of Financial Planning articles on our website and we encourage you to take the time to review them. We believe that these articles are timely, informative, and beneficial to ensuring your financial success.

Challenge yourself! Read a new Financial Planning article each day this week.

Monday – Monthly Financial Planning Tips (article below)

Tuesday – Inheritance Planning

Wednesday – RESP Withdrawal Options

Thursday – Crisis Proofing Your Business

Friday – CPP: When to Apply?

If you come across something, and you’d like to discuss it further, please reach out to any member of the DJB Wealth Management team. We are honoured to be of service to you.

 

For a printable version: Monthly Financial Planning Tips

 

We are proud to share that our Niagara offices have been awarded the Diamond Award (Welland Tribune) and Platinum Award (The Standard) in the Accounting Firm category for the Readers Choice awards.

Thank you to the Welland Tribune Readers and the St. Catharines Standard Readers for voting for us.

We are proud to share that our client, Pioneer Flower Farms Limited, is celebrating 50 years in business, and we are happy to continue to have the opportunity to partner with them on their journey.

Pioneer Flower Farms Story

Pioneer’s roots were established in 1971 when Henk Sikking purchased a farm in St. Catharines, Ontario. Using the experience he gained at his father’s farm in the Netherlands, he started a bulb-forcing greenhouse in Canada, growing a large variety of bulbs and seasonal crops for wholesale purposes. His passion for growing was introduced to his two sons, Henk Jr. and Peter, who now oversee the greenhouse operation and together have built up one of the largest bulb-forcing farms in North America, producing over 70 million blooms per year making Pioneer an industry leader.

We are proud to share that our Greater Hamilton office has been deemed “Best in the West” by the readers of NewsNow. We’ve been awarded the Diamond Award in the Accounting Firm category for the fourth year in a row!

Thank you to the voters for giving us these honours.

NewsNow E-Edition August 11, 2022

From his experience with 100’s of real estate investments over the past 20 years, award-winning HGTV celebrity, executive producer, and real estate/renovation expert Scott McGillivray knows first hand about the value that a knowledgeable, connected, and dedicated Real Estate Professional brings to the buying and selling process.

“Partner with the Professionals I trust!” recommends Scott McGillivray, real estate expert and star of TV shows Income Property, Buyers Bootcamp and 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.”

DJB is proud to have been recognized as a McGillivray Trusted Professional in Halton.

Real Estate Professionals in the McGillivray Trusted Professional Program have been selected based on a combination of their excellence in client satisfaction, depth of experience, and proven ability to 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 the hit HGTV TV shows such as Income Property, Buyers Bootcamp and Vacation House Rules. Passionate about helping people learn the ins-and-outs of how to succeed in renovation and real estate, Scott is now sharing his own hard-earned, insider secrets with property owners in the hit HGTV show, 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.

 

Watch videos:

	Video interview with DJB’s Ryan Bouskill, Partner in the Burlington office and Scott McGillivray.
	Video reel of Scott McGillivray talking about how Ryan Bouskill and DJB Chartered Professional Accountants earns the McGillivray Trusted Professional endorsement.

 

 

Find out more at: 

scottmcgillivray.com/trusted/trusted-professionals/

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Please join our Firm in congratulating David Hyun for successfully completing his CFP® certification in Canada.  David previously held the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional certification in the USA.

David Hyun joined DJB Wealth Management Inc. in May 2021, as a Financial Planning Associate.  He has a diverse professional background and brings over 8 years of experience in the financial services industry.  He is committed to working with clients to build a customized financial planning strategy that fits their individual needs.

“I believe having three professionals that hold the CFP® certification on the team gives us an amazing advantage.  We are able to deliver tremendous value to DJB’s clients.  With the Chartered Professional Accountants and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals all in-house, clients can take comfort in knowing that everyone is working together and in constant communication with each other to ensure effective coordination of all of their financial affairs.”  Brad Giroux, Vice President, DJB Wealth Management Inc.

David has an MBA in Finance from Fairleigh Dickinson University, New Jersey and a BA in Biology from Carleton College, Minnesota, USA.

Thank you to the community of Niagara for voting us Platinum in the Accounting Firm Category.

We feel honoured and sincerely appreciate your business and your trust in us!

We are thrilled to announce that in addition to being named one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers for 2022, we have also been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc., organizers of the annual Canada’s Top 100 Employers project.

This year’s winners were announced on April 5, 2022 in The Globe and Mail.

To be selected as one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers, companies are compared to other organizations in the nation for best workplaces and employee-friendly human resources policies.

“We’re so thankful for this national recognition.  Being selected is a testament to the commitment of our employees and their willingness to provide the feedback that’s so important to the development of progressive policies. This recognition will encourage us to continue to implement initiatives that will make DJB the firm of choice for aspiring professionals seeking challenging careers in a supportive, values-driven environment.”  Mark Brohman, Firm Managing Partner.

Organizations are evaluated on the following:

• Physical Workplace
• Work Atmosphere and Communications
• Health Benefits
• Financial Benefits and Compensation
• Family-Friendly Policies
• Performance Management, Training and Development
• Vacation Policy and Paid Days Off
• Community Involvement

Read the reasons for DJB’s selection as a top employer.

 

Search DJB Job Postings

About DJB.  DJB is one of the largest public accounting firms in the Niagara/Hamilton/Halton regions with multiple offices serving businesses located throughout Southern Ontario. The Firm has built its reputation on the engagement of our employees and the commitment we have made to the communities we serve.

DJB is a member of the RSM Canada Alliance.  The alliance provides us with access to the resources of RSM Canada while still allowing us to maintain our independence and entrepreneurial spirit. Through the RSM Canada Alliance, we are continuing to build and enhance our Firm’s culture by leveraging the infrastructure and best practices of RSM Canada.

 

 

View our Digital Spotlight (Page 25), as published by The Globe and Mail.