Ombudsman
Citizens' Representative of Newfoundland and Labrador
CR-NL
69/100
Summary
The Citizens' Representative of Newfoundland and Labrador (the provincial ombudsman) is an Officer of the House of Assembly appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on the recommendation of the House of Assembly, for a 6-year term. The office investigates complaints from members of the public about administrative actions of provincial departments and agencies. The Citizens' Representative has full investigative powers including the examination of witnesses.
Independence Scorecard
69/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 6 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
- Citizens' Representative Act, S.N.L. 2001, c. C-14.1
- Citation
- S.N.L. 2001, c. C-14.1
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Newfoundland and Labrador government departments and agencies; investigates complaints about administrative decisions affecting members of the public