Happy last day of session!

We were pleased to present five reports to the public accounts committee in 2024 and to inform discussion on harm reduction, hazardous spills, and our financial audit work.

We're looking forward to the Moose Hide Campaign Campaign Day tomorrow, May 16.

This movement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians is committed to taking action to end gender-based violence.

Visit moosehidecampaign.ca/campaignday to take part.

Next week, we report on how government has acted on commitments to implement 130 audit recommendations.

Sign up for our eAlerts at oag.bc.ca/reach/subscribe to get a copy.

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Happy #AsianHeritageMonth ! This month is an opportunity for us to recognize the many achievements and contributions of people of Asian origin, and to learn more about the diverse culture and history of Asian communities in Canada.

Learn more at canada.ca/en/canadian-he…. #AHM2024

Tonight: The Public Accounts Committee reviews our report on B.C.'s Toxic Drug Crisis: Implementation of Harm Reduction Programs at 7:15pm.

Tune in at bcleg.ca/live via BC Legislature.

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The 2021 Lytton Creek wildfire claimed more than 100 properties. Our upcoming examination report will look at the role of the BC government in the Village of Lytton’s continuing recovery.

Find out more at oag.bc.ca/work-in-progre….

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The Public Accounts Committee is reviewing our report on B.C.'s Toxic Drug Crisis: Implementation of Harm Reduction Programs tonight.

Watch at bcleg.ca/live starting at 7:15 p.m. via BC Legislature.

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Learn about our audit of government’s appointment process for board members of public sector organizations like Crown corporations and universities.

Here’s Auditor General Michael Pickup.

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Coming up: Our report on B.C.'s Toxic Drug Crisis: Implementation of Harm Reduction Programs will be reviewed by Public Accounts Committee tomorrow at 7:15pm. Watch at bcleg.ca/live.

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It's Mental Health Week from May 6-10 and we're supporting CMHA's call to be kind.

See mentalhealthweek.ca for info and resources.

#CompassionConnects

The 2021 #Lytton Creek wildfire claimed more than 100 properties. Our upcoming examination report will look at the role of the BC government in the Village of Lytton’s continuing recovery.
Find out more at oag.bc.ca/work-in-progre… #BCpoli #BCwildfire

WATCH: The 2021 Lytton Creek wildfire destroyed most of the Village of #Lytton . Here's Auditor General Michael Pickup announcing our examination of the provincial government’s role in Lytton’s recovery. #BCpoli #BCWildfire

WATCH: We're presenting our report on Managing Hazardous Spill in B.C. to the Public Accounts Committee tonight.

Join the livestream at 7:15 p.m. at bcleg.ca/live via BC Legislature.

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We’ve started an examination of the #BC government’s involvement in the ongoing recovery of #Lytton after the 2021 #BC wildfire that destroyed most of the village.
Learn more at oag.bc.ca/work-in-progre… #BC poli

We're following up on organizations’ work to complete recommendations from 24 previous audits - from health care and cybersecurity to fraud risk management and infrastructure. Watch for our report this spring.

More information at oag.bc.ca/work-in-progre….

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We’ve started an audit of how government appoints board members for Crown corporations, post-secondary institutions, health authorities, and other public sector agencies.

Learn more at oag.bc.ca/work-in-progre…

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Earlier this month, staff from the OAGBC were thrilled to take part in and attend the CCOLA performance audit symposium in #Toronto . This was an opportunity to learn from and connect with auditors from across the country.

We're pleased to partner with CAAF | FCAR to host fellows every year. Participants learn from Canadian auditors and develop their #audit skills, knowledge and experience.

Learn more about the program and this year's cohort at caaf-fcar.ca/en/internation….

How do we decide what to #audit ?

We look at a combination of impact, urgency, and our capacity to do the work. We also assess the interest of MLAs and the public.

Send your suggestions to [email protected].

Current and former AGs—Sheila Fraser, Michèle Galipeau, Michael Pickup, Denise Hanraham & Carol Bellringer—describe the unique nature of public accounts committees and the need to invest in accountability.
Cinq VGs demandent au gouvernement d'investir dans la responsabilisation.