Audit
Auditor General of New Brunswick
OAG-NB
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Summary
The Auditor General of New Brunswick is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Legislative Assembly, for a 10-year non-renewable term. The office audits provincial departments and Crown corporations and reports to the Legislative Assembly. The Auditor General can only be removed for cause on address of the Assembly.
Independence Scorecard
65/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 10 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, S.N.B. 1967, c. A-10 (as amended)
- Citation
- S.N.B. 1967, c. A-10
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
New Brunswick government departments, Crown corporations, and entities receiving provincial funds