Who is
Chris Burylo?
"I learned to go into business only with people whom I like, trust, and admire." -Warren Buffett
Working outside of the box, Chris is driven to innovate the world of taxation and has many different strategies and solutions for the clients he serves, the advancement of the firm, and others in the profession.
Chris's approach is a result of his real-life, in-the-trenches, business experience. Chris's approach can be unique. He appreciates, and shares with his listeners, that their goals and processes are specific to them and therefore requires a personalized plan.
In addition to servicing a range of clients, from the start-up businesses and investors to multi-national mutual fund trusts, Chris loves bringing his expertise to the community level where he spends a great deal of time mentoring accountants, students, and entrepreneurs.
Chris is often solicited to speak on topics of taxation, business development, and self-motivation.
Areas of Expertise
Corporate Structuring and reorganizations
InternaTIONAL tax planning
US taxation services
Corporate tax
Real estate taxation
Personal tax planning
Passions and Hobbies
Spending time with family
Volleyball
Sailing
Biking
Designations & Education
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York University, Osgoode Hall Law School
2022 - Master of Laws, Business Law (LL.M.)
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Public Business Accountants' Society of Alberta
2019 - Public Business Accountant (PBA)
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Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta
2015 - 2019 - Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
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Certified Management Accountants of Alberta
2013 - 2019 - Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
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University of Calgary, Haskayne School of Business
2010 - Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
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Canadian Securities Institute
2009 - Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Additional Courses
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CPA Alberta
2018 - Managing Risk in Your Tax Practice
2018 - ASPE: A Survey of the Standards
2016 - Tax Returns (Personal, Corporate, and Refreshers).
2016 - Overview of Public Practice
2016 - Compilation Engagements
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Government of Alberta
2016 - Corporate Registries (CORES) Levels 1, 2, 3
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Canadian Securities Institute
2014 - Partners, Directors and Senior Officers
2005 - Life License Qualification Program (LLQP)
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IFSE Institute
2009 - Exempt Securities Course
2006 - Investment Funds in Canada
Directorships and Appointments
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Public Business Accountants' Society of Alberta
2019 - Present - Director, Legal & Ethics
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Foundation for the Advancement of Entrepreneurship
2017 - Present - President / Director
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Medallion Health Trust
2016 - Present - Trustee
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Medici Assets LP
2015 - Present - Managing Partner
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Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization
2018 - 2019 - Advisory Board
Speaking and Publications
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Building a Career as a Public Business Accountant
Presenter - University of Lethbridge (Calgary Campus), Calgary, AB, October, 2019
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How to Create and Follow a Budget for your Startup
Author/Instructor - Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, August, 2019
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Real Estate Tax Planning with Chris Burylo
Presenter - Collaborate Real Estate, Calgary, AB, June, 2019
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The Introductory Guide To: Investing in U.S. Real Estate (for Canadians)
Interviewee - InvestmentPropertyUSA.ca, Calgary, AB, February 21, 2019
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Advanced Tax Planning for Real Estate Investors
Presenter - Collaborate Real Estate, Calgary, AB, February 20, 2019
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Cross Boarder Real Estate Tax - Watch your Money Grow with Chris
Presenter - US Real Estate Investing for Canucks, Calgary, AB, October 2, 2018
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Cross Border Tax Structures,
Co-Presenter - Alberta Texas Holdings, Webinar, May 29, 2018
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The Power of Compound Time
Presenter - Westmount Charter Interact High School Business Case Competition, Calgary, AB, May 5, 2018
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15 Steps to Avoid Taxation (in Real Estate)
Presenter - Collaborate Real Estate, Calgary, AB, March, 2018
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How I Reduced My Taxes by 68% - A Guide for the Real Estate Investor
Street Smart Real Estate Investing, Webinar, October, 2019
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Taxing your Real Estate Structures - A Napkin Presentation
Presenter - Canada Real Estate Investment Club, Calgary, AB, February, 2016
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Backseat Leadership - Doing it the Right Way
Presenter - Junior Achievement Southern, Calgary, AB, November 21, 2015
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Private Corporation Taxation
Presenter - Holiday Inn Conference Center, Calgary, AB, September 22, 2014
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Taxing your Real Estate Structures - A Napkin Presentation
Presenter - Canada Real Estate Investment Club, Calgary, AB, June, 2014
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"Buried Treasures of the Income Tax Act"
Author - Exempt Edge Magazine, Issue #8, Spring, 2014
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"The Magic of the Shareholder Loan Account - A 3-Part Series"
Co-Author - Pinnacle Articles, Summer, 2013
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Corporate Taxation - Minimize your Exposure
Presenter - Holiday Inn Conference Center, Calgary, AB, October 17, 2013
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Ignorance is Bliss - What you Don't Know About Taxation is Costing you Money
Presenter - Financial Empowerment Series, Calgary, AB, February 11, 2013
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Managing Your Corporation
Presenter - Holiday Inn Conference Center, Calgary, AB, January 31, 2013
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Ignorance is Bliss - What you Don't Know About Taxation Is Costing you Money
Presenter - Canada Real Estate Investment Club, Calgary, AB, November, 2012
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Ignorance is Bliss? Is it Really?
Presenter - Thrive Financial Empowerment Series, Cardel Theatre, Calgary, AB, October 3, 2012
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Your Project in a Lender's Eye
Co-Presenter - Canada Real Estate Investment Club, Calgary, AB, October, 2010
Get in Touch with Chris
#12, 2333 18th Ave NE, Calgary, AB
