Tag Archives: New Brunswick Ombud

Ombud rejects Warktimes complaint, rules RCMP briefings can remain secret

Posted on December 9, 2022 by brucewark

For the third time, New Brunswick’s Ombud has rejected a Warktimes complaint about secrecy in Sackville’s municipal government. In a letter e-mailed today, Senior Investigator Christine LeBlanc writes that Sackville Town Council’s monthly, closed-door RCMP briefings do not violate the Local … Continue reading →

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Ombud sides with town on Warktimes complaint, but calls for ‘transparency’ & ‘accountability’

Posted on February 16, 2021 by brucewark

New Brunswick’s Ombud has ruled that provincial legislation does not prohibit municipal representatives from meeting with town managers behind closed doors to discuss budget priorities. At the same time, the Ombud has reminded the town of the need for “transparency” … Continue reading →

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