US EditionAlberta to search for a new auditor general even as Wylie offers two-year extension
The United Conservative Party voted to start a merit-based search despite Wylie offering a two-year extension to complete a major health care procurement probe.
- Auditor general Doug Wylie has been investigating alleged corruption in health contract procurement processes and offered to extend his term by two years to complete the probe.
- The United Conservative Party government refused Wylie's extension offer and will search for a new auditor general through an open process, sparking accusations from the opposition that it is aimed at protecting the government's interests.
- Wylie said his office is still conducting interviews and is 'not anywhere near the finalization' of the investigation into the procurement allegations.
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Alberta government ignores AG’s offer to stay on 2 more years, starts search for replacement
UCP MLAs who make up the majority on an Alberta legislature committee passed a motion Monday to begin the search for a new auditor general even though the person currently occupying the role offered to stay on for two more years.
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Alberta to search for a new auditor general even as Wylie offers two-year extension
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Committee begins open competition for next Auditor General
(EDMONTON, AB) November 3, 2025: The Standing Committee on Legislative Offices has confirmed Alberta will begin the process to select the province’s next Auditor General, as the current Auditor General’s term concludes on April 25, 2026. “We’re grateful to Mr. Wylie for his dedicated service and the important work his office has done in nearly eight years,” said Committee Chair Brandon Lunty. “It’s standard practice for the committee to hold an …
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