With more than 25 years of experience and as an active Tax Partner, he provides tax advice to a wide variety of clients, including public and private businesses, institutional investors and private equity groups. Walter has acted as tax lead for many security offerings, private equity, mergers & acquisitions, and tax structured transactions.
Throughout his career, Walter has maintained an industry focus in real estate, advising developers, REITs, funds and syndications. In 2016, Walter was recognized as a Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants (FCPA) and until recently was Chair of the Finance Committee for UNICEF Canada.
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University of British Columbia, Bachelor’s of Commerce Degree (Honours), 1993
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Chartered Accountant Designation, 1996
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Canadian Tax Compliance
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Canadian Tax Consulting
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International Corporate Tax
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Mergers and Acquisitions, Tax
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Governor of the Canadian Tax Foundation (November 2009 to present)
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Institute of Chartered Accountants of British Columbia (designated 1996)
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Board of Directors, Audit & Finance Committee, UNICEF Canada (June 2009 to present)