Audit
Auditor General of Newfoundland and Labrador
OAG-NL
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Summary
The Auditor General of Newfoundland and Labrador is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on the recommendation of the House of Assembly, for a 10-year non-renewable term under the Auditor General Act, 2021. The office audits provincial departments, Crown agencies, and grant recipients and reports to the House of 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, 2021, S.N.L. 2021, c. A-6.01
- Citation
- S.N.L. 2021, c. A-6.01
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador departments, Crown agencies, and entities receiving provincial grants