Audit
Auditor General of Alberta
OAG-AB
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Summary
The Auditor General of Alberta is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Legislative Assembly, for an 8-year non-renewable term. The office audits provincial departments, agencies, Crown corporations, and grant recipients. The Auditor General reports to the Legislative Assembly and cannot be removed except for cause on address of the Assembly.
Independence Scorecard
62/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 8 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Auditor General Act, R.S.A. 2000, c. A-46
- Citation
- R.S.A. 2000, c. A-46
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Government of Alberta departments, agencies, Crown corporations, and entities that receive provincial grants