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EDMONTON, AB—February 6, 2025—The following statement was issued by Auditor General Doug Wylie today:
“I recently commenced an examination of the Procurement and Contracting Processes at the Department of Health and Alberta Health Services,” said Auditor General Doug Wylie. “At this time, the examination pertains to Chartered Surgical Facilities, Medication (ibuprofen or acetaminophen), and COVID-19 Personal Protection Equipment.”
The examination is looking at the effectiveness of management and control processes—including governance and oversight—ensuring value for Albertans while addressing concerns or allegations related to contracting and potential conflicts of interest.
If necessary, the examination may extend to other organizations.
Results of this work will be made available to all Albertans when the report(s) are tabled in the Legislative Assembly.
The Auditor General is an officer of the Legislative Assembly. The Office of the Auditor General is independent (nonpartisan) of government and those it audits. Its work is mandated in legislation, and is not negotiated under contract, ensuring its independence of what it audits and how it reports the results of its work. This ensures the work is objective. The Office of the Auditor General is a credible and trusted source of information on government spending and activities.