The chair of the Translink board of directors says she'll consider opening up board meetings and decisions to the public. right now transit users are only allowed to make presentations to the un-elected board. they're not allowed to witness votes or debates on Translink policy. Nancy Olewiler says that may change. "Yes, the board has considered … [Read more...]
A legislative committee’s bid to be more transparent and accountable hits a small snag
August 2, 2012 by
As the Legislative Assembly Management Committee moves to end decades of secrecy and be more fiscally accountable, it has hit a snag. NDP MLA Shane Simpson who sits on the committee says the move to suddenly become more open has raised some privacy concerns. "The Privacy Commissioner has some issues about releasing of information … [Read more...]
RCMP to be more accountable under new B.C. contract: minister
March 22, 2012 by
B.C.’s justice minister says Mounties who cross the line will be held accountable under the province’s new contract with the RCMP. Shirley Bond says Mounties will be held to account by B.C. new independent investigation office. "Absolutely, and that's another partnership. Obviously the federal government has made it clear that they … [Read more...]
