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Congratulations Breanna!

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Graham Scott Enns LLP is proud to make another Manager promotion announcement!

We would like to recognize the hard work and contributions made to the firm by Breanna Reid, CPA, CA which have earned her a promotion to Manager, effective January 1, 2022. Breanna started as a co-op in 2015 and has shown tremendous growth over the past 7 years, including obtaining her CPA, CA designation in 2019. Breanna is a strong leader, particularly in our audit and assurance service area, and is passionate about helping and mentoring our co-op students who are going through the CPA designation process.

“Breanna started with our firm as a co-op student and has grown in her role as a professional who is highly capable of serving our clients in a variety of industries including non-profit organizations, owner-managed companies and personal taxation. In addition to her client work, Breanna is a Mentor to junior staff members, provides support and guidance to current CPA students, and devotes time to the development of other firm members through training. Breanna is known for her helpful nature and is a welcome addition to the management team. Congratulations Breanna!”

Jennifer Buchanan, CPA, CA

Partner

Congratulations Breanna on this exciting opportunity and best of luck to you in your new role!

 

Congratulations Scott!

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With the start of the New Year, we wanted to share some exciting news with everyone! Over the next few days, we would like to celebrate several staff promotions that will become effective in 2022.

The Partners and staff at Graham Scott Enns LLP would like to congratulate Scott Westelaken, CPA, CA on his well-earned promotion to Manager, effective January 1, 2022. Scott’s promotion to Manager is a direct result of all his years of hard work and strong mentorship relationships that he has developed with staff throughout his tenure at GSE LLP.  Scott started as a co-op student at GSE in 2015 and has shown great growth over the last 7 years, including successfully earning his CPA, CA designation in 2019. Scott takes great pride in training and guiding our junior staff and co-ops into becoming strong, well-rounded accountants. Scott’s humour and easy-going attitude have always made working with him an enjoyable experience.

“Scott takes a keen interest in both the work we are doing and just as importantly the people he is working alongside, both from our clients and our own GSE staff.  He is a strong mentor to our staff and we very much look forward to him continuing to broaden his opportunities to assist clients and staff as he moves into the manager role.”

Mike MacKinnon, CPA, CA

Partner

Congratulations to Scott on this exciting opportunity and best of luck you in your new role!

Second Annual Gingerbread House Competition

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Last week, the Staff and Partners at Graham Scott Enns LLP participated in our second Annual Gingerbread House Competition. There were 15 entries this year, which was great to see! All of the houses were amazing, some were truly inspirational, but as this was a competition, we had to crown a winner!

Everyone voted for their top three choices, and while it was a tight race, three houses were victorious!

In first place was Lisa – What’s UP for Christmas

In second place was Tara – Beautiful White Masterpiece

And in third, Michelle – Reindeer Farm

Every submission had their own unique style, which made them all winners in the end. Congrats to all who entered!

 

Thank you to the Social Committee for organizing such a fun event!

Christmas Care Donation

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A big thank you to the Staff and Partners at Graham Scott Enns LLP on their annual donation to the Christmas Care program!

Staff are encouraged to make a donation of toys and food, which is then graciously matched by the Partners to make sure that everyone has a good Christmas this year!

This year’s total donation was over $1,200! Thank you to everyone who helped contribute to the Christmas Care drive, and thank you to Courtney and the rest of the Social Committee for organizing!

 

 

 

 

Holiday Hours

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Season's Greetings. Wishing you and yours a Merry Chirstmas filled with the warmth of loved ones, and with the promise of a prosperous new year.

 

We will be closed at noon on December 24th.  We will reopen on December 29th  and 30th with normal business hours, and will close again at noon on December 31st. We will then reopen on January 4, 2022.

During the period from December 24th, 2021 to January 4th, 2022, for the Aylmer office, items can be dropped off at any time during business hours into the drop-box provided. For the St. Thomas office, from December 24th, 2021 to Dec 31st,2021, please call during business hours, (519) 633-0700, to arrange with reception for dropping items off as the building will be closed to the public.

During the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on regular business days other than as noted above, information can be dropped in the drop boxes provided at each location. Meetings and times to pick up information are by appointment only.

If you require any assistance, please call our administrative staff or any firm member during business hours.

Seasons Greetings!

GSE Annual Holiday Party 2021

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Last week, Graham Scott Enns held their Annual Holiday Party to mark the end of a long year.

While things were a little different this year, it was still a great way to connect with friends and family, and to celebrate together, as best we can, this festive season!

Thank you to the Social Committee for planning such a fun and festive event!

Congratulations CFE Writers!

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Graham Scott Enns LLP would like to congratulate all successful CFE writers on their incredible accomplishment!
We are proud to acknowledge our own successful writer, Eduard Aslani, who has completed this incredible career milestone. Congrats Eddy!

Wishing You All The Best

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The partners of Graham Scott Enns LLP wish fellow partners Bill Luyks and Megan Siemens along with manager Michael Helder well, as they leave the firm to form a new partnership, Luyks Siemens Helder LLP.  While we have all greatly enjoyed working together over the years, the time has come to explore new opportunities to meet our mutual goals of providing excellence and quality in client service.

Clients currently working with Bill, Megan and Mike will be contacted over the coming days and weeks to discuss the best path forward to support their accounting and taxation needs.  The change will be effective January 1, 2022.

We thank all our clients for your support during this time of transition and look forward to serving you for many years to come.

Sincerely,

The partners of Graham Scott Enns LLP                   and                        The partners of Luyks Siemens Helder LLP

Michael Stover, CPA, CA                                                                                Bill Luyks, CPA, CA

Robert Foster, CPA, CA                                                                                  Megan Siemens, CPA, CA

James Frederick, CPA, CA                                                                             Michael Helder, CPA, CA

Michael MacKinnon, CPA, CA

Paul Schneider, CPA, CA

Derek Michell, CPA, CA

Ann Marie Perry, CPA, CA

Garth Howes, CPA, CA

Jennifer Buchanan, CPA, CA

Small Business Week

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This week October 17-23 is Small Business Week.

Did you know that 98% of businesses in Canada are considered to be small businesses whereby they employ fewer than 100 paid employees?

GSE is a proud member of Elgin County’s small business community!

Springwater Picnic Lunch!

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Earlier this week all Firm Members gathered on a beautiful fall day at Springwater Conservation Area for a picnic lunch, lawn games, and a walk. We’ve missed gathering as a large group over the last 18 months and enjoyed the opportunity to spend time together away from our computer screens.

Similar to many other employers, we are working on our new “normal” work environment, but what’s important to all of us is to maintain our culture and remain connected.