Auditor General Finds $20 Billion Gap in Canadian Government Books
In a blunt report, Ken Dye notes serious deficiencies in federal accounting. The auditor general warns that reported numbers hide true expenditures by about $20 billion, challenging taxpayers to trust the government’s cost figures.
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Government waste and audits cited across Canada
The article highlights major missteps cited by auditors including a $350000 loss on a New Brunswick motel loan guarantee, an Ottawa office space misallocation, and a $1277222 mispayment on a sewage project in Ontario. It argues for independent auditors and governments willing to act on recommendations. It notes salary and dues comparisons for members amid broader concerns of fiscal discipline.
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Farmers seek new group to unite amid costs and quotas
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