About Us
Our Past
Founded in 1985 under the name Johnston, Ross & Co., the original partners Geoffrey Johnston and Calvin Ross shared a strong understanding, with similar qualities, practices, directions, and goals.
Johnston, Ross & Co. was built on a foundation of high standards, adaptability, and professionalism. In 1993, with the addition of Roger Cheng, the company continued its growth and commitment to excellence, all while maintaining a focus on delivering outstanding service.
Our Present
Today, partners Geoffrey Johnston and Dean Doolan continue to honour the legacy of their predecessors under the current name, Johnston + Doolan Appraisers Ltd. While the name has changed, our commitment remains steadfast. We continue to uphold the same high standards of service, professionalism, and reliability that have earned us our reputation over the past four decades.
We are Defining the Standard.
Partners
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Geoffrey L. Johnston, P.App., AACI
Partner
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Dean A. Doolan, P.App., AACI
Partner
As one of the original founders of the firm, Geoffrey brings over 50 years of experience appraising all property types for a variety of purposes.
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He has mentored articling students and junior appraisers, served as a lecturer at the Richmond School Board, and worked with local real estate firms through an agent development program. He was also previously retained by the board of Metro Vancouver (formerly GVRD) to review the appraisals commissioned for the Broadway corridor and provide advisory services.
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Trusted by municipalities and councils throughout Metro Vancouver, Geoffrey is a true leader and advocate for the future of the industry.
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​His litigation experience includes appearances as an expert witness in Provincial, Supreme, and Federal Courts, the Assessment Appeal Board, as well as the Expropriation Compensation Board.
Outside the appraisal industry, Geoffrey serves as a director for several charitable organizations focused on children.
Dean has been a member of the Appraisal Institute of Canada since 1989, the same year he joined Johnston, Ross & Cheng Ltd., where he became a partner in 2017.
He was awarded the senior designation Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI) in 2006 and, with it, use of the Professional Appraiser (P.App.) certification. Prior to that, he earned the Canadian Residential Appraiser (CRA) designation in 1999.
Dean has extensive experience appraising residential, agricultural, commercial, industrial, and multi‑family properties for purposes such as mortgage financing, tax assessment appeals, rent renewals, and feasibility studies. However, his primary focus is litigation support in family and civil law matters, and he has frequently appeared as an expert witness before the Supreme Court of British Columbia.
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Dean has successfully completed the AIC Co‑signing course and currently co‑signs the work of two Candidate Members. He also supervises junior appraisers and has occasionally lectured on real estate appraisals for various organizations.
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Dean lives in Ladner with his wife, Dena, and their two daughters. In his free time, he enjoys swimming, cycling, and running.
Staff
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John W.C. Chik, P.App., CRA
Associate
John has been a member of the Appraisal Institute of Canada since 1992. He started his practice with the B.C. Assessment authority before joining Johnston + Doolan Appraisers Ltd. (formerly known as Johnston, Ross & Cheng Ltd.). He has over 30 years of experience as an appraiser involved in residential and agricultural properties for the purposes of mortgage investment, litigation, and taxation.
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Steven K.M. Kwan, P.App., CRA
Associate
Steven's appraisal experience includes 30 years of evaluating residential and agricultural properties for the purpose of mortgage investment, litigation, and tax assessment appeals. He has been a member of the Appraisal Institute of Canada since 1991, and has been a fee appraiser at Johnston + Doolan Appraisers Ltd. (formerly known as Johnston, Ross & Cheng Ltd.) since 1996.
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Andrew Cann
Candidate Member
Andrew joined Johnston + Doolan Appraisers Ltd. in 2025 as a Candidate Appraiser and is currently pursuing the Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI) designation. He is enrolled in the Professional Graduate Certificate in Valuation (PGCV) program at the University of British Columbia, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Real Estate and Housing from the University of Guelph.​
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His experience includes property management, real estate analysis, and client services, providing a strong foundation for his appraisal career. He grew up in Brampton, Ontario and relocated to British Columbia in the summer of 2023.
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Tobias Hanzl
Candidate Member
Tobias joined Johnston + Doolan Appraisers Ltd. in 2025 and is currently building his career in commercial property appraisal. He holds a Post-Graduate Certificate in Real Property Valuation from the UBC Sauder School of Business and a Bachelor’s Degree in Demography from the Prague University of Economics and Business. He lives in New Westminster. In his free time, Tobias enjoys hiking, camping, road trips, and staying active.
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Nick Johnston
Appraisal Assistant
Nick has been a valued member of the firm for over 15 years. He graduated from the Access Program for People with Disabilities at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in 2003, and has used that experience in lectures he gives to high-school teachers, college students and athletes regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Nick spent many years as a member of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, graduating as the Drum Major for 655 Squadron in Richmond, which led to his becoming an officer in the Navy League Cadets. Currently, Nick is the Assistant Equipment Manager with the Surrey Eagles Junior A hockey team. His favourite leisure activity involves cruising, and he is well-known throughout that industry.
Support Staff
​Josie Johnston
Office Manager
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Esther Lam
Office Administrator
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Joanna Appenheimer
Editor
Past Partners
Calvin G. Ross
Calvin was a founding partner of Johnston, Ross & Cheng Appraisers Ltd. and played a key role in establishing the firm’s reputation for quality and integrity in real estate valuation. After many successful years with the company, Calvin retired in 2015 and remains an important part of our history and legacy.
Roger K.C. Cheng
Roger K.C. Cheng became a partner at Johnston, Ross & Cheng Ltd. in 1993 and served as the firm’s Managing Director, contributing significantly to its growth and reputation in real estate valuation. Specializing in commercial real estate, Roger played a pivotal role in the firm’s success. In mid-2024, he stepped down as a partner and concluded his tenure with the firm as a valued associate in December 2024.
Core Values
While our business name has changed, our core values remain steadfast. Building on forty years of trusted and reliable appraisals, Johnston + Doolan is dedicated to defining the standard for the next forty years.
INTEGRITY
We hold ourselves—and those around us—to the highest professional and ethical standards.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Our work can withstand the highest level of scrutiny and examination.
TRUST
No matter how complex the file, you can count on us to get it right.
CONSISTENCY
Our approach is reliable, reputable, and proven by the results we deliver.