Audit
Auditor General of Prince Edward Island
OAG-PE
62/100
Summary
The Auditor General of Prince Edward Island is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Legislative Assembly, for an 8-year term. The office audits provincial departments, Crown corporations, and grant recipients and reports to the Legislative 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
- Audit Act, R.S.P.E.I. 1988, c. A-13.1
- Citation
- R.S.P.E.I. 1988, c. A-13.1
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
PEI government departments, Crown corporations, and entities receiving provincial funds