Dear clients and colleagues,

After much consideration, effective September 1, 2011, I have decided to sell my accounting practice to Doug Stansbury, Chartered Accountant (www.stansco.ca). I am very confident that Doug will be an excellent match for my clients. I have spent a great deal of time and effort searching for the right person to continue servicing your accounting and tax needs. Doug has had many years of experience in the practice of public accounting and is extremely well qualified to assist and advise you in all areas of tax and accounting. The office location, telephone number and fax number will remain the same.

I will be working closely with Doug for the next year in order to provide the smoothest transition possible, and will be available to him, as required. If you have any questions at all, please give him the opportunity to answer them. I am certain that Doug will continue to provide you with quality, timely service and will do everything he can to make this change as smooth as possible for everyone.

I have had a very rewarding and satisfying career. I have been able to advise many individuals and businesses how to resolve and plan for complex tax and financial issues and comply with various tax, accounting and financial requirements. It has been an opportunity to meet interesting people and have friendships develop.

I look forward to the next stage of my career where I will be seeking to continue helping companies grow through serving as a member of their Board of Directors. If you have a company who might be interested in my services and experience, please contact me directly at 289-396-8181.

For my existing clients, I have sincerely enjoyed working with you over the years and have always appreciated your business. I wish you all the best in your future endeavours. For new clients, I encourage you to contact this office and speak with Doug directly for your accounting needs.

Sincerely,
John Costen, CFP, CGA