Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner
CIEC
Summary
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The Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner is an Officer of Parliament appointed by the Governor in Council after consultation with the leader of every recognized party in both Houses, to a single non-renewable 7-year term. The CIEC administers the Conflict of Interest Act for public office holders and the Conflict of Interest Code for Members of the House of Commons. It has powers to examine witnesses and compel production of documents during investigations. Reports on investigations are tabled in Parliament and made public.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 7 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Parliament of Canada Act, R.S.C., 1985, c. P-1, Part III.1 (Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner)
- Citation
- R.S.C., 1985, c. P-1, Part III.1
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Members of Parliament, Senators, and public office holders subject to the Conflict of Interest Act and the Conflict of Interest Code for Members of the House of Commons