March 29, 2024

Auditor-General heads for warmer climes (politically)

BC's controversial Auditor-General is leaving the Province to take a similar position in Melbourne, Australia. John Doyle says it just wasn't a good idea for him to stay after all the controversy surrounding his 2nd term. He's been named Auditor-General for the State of Victoria, Australia by that country's Premier. Doyle says he would … [Read more...]

Still no decision on whether to re-appoint current auditor-general

No decision yet again from the legislative committee deciding the future of B.C. Auditor-General John Doyle. The all-party committee has met for a second time this week, and it will do so again on Tuesday. NDP committee member Kathy Corrigan can't comment on much because it's in-camera. "I'd love to talk about it many different ways, but we'll be … [Read more...]

BC Auditor-General not reappointed

If you want to be BC auditor-general, now's your chance. An ad is out, asking for prospective replacements for John Doyle. Doyle has not been reappointed. MLA John Les sits on a special committee that appoints an auditor-general. He says all decisions on that committee have to be unanimous -- and says there hasn't been unanimity in terms of keeping … [Read more...]

Municipal Auditor-General well received in many circles

It seem the Union of BC Municipalities is warming to the idea of an Auditor General for local governments. UBCM President and Quesnel Mayor Mary Sjostrom says there was some initial hesitation, "It was more the process. As soon as we became engaged. And you know, we were able to see some changes in the scope and the accountability of the office. … [Read more...]

Should Surrey have a Municipal Auditor-General?

That was one question presented to candidates at a meeting hosted by the Surrey Board of Trade Tuesday evening. While current City Councillor Tom Gill says the Surrey First team supports the position, as long as the Province provides the funding, Independent mayoral candidate, Vikram Bajwa says that role should have been created years … [Read more...]