Office of the PEI Ombudsperson & Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner
Prince Edward Island
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Our latest report detailing our investigation into how the Rural Municipality of Victoria handled code of conduct and conflict of interest complaints relating to a member of council is now available.
Following a complaint, OmbudsPEI investigated and discovered that required procedures were repeatedly not followed by the municipality.
To view the report, visit ombudspei.ca/2026/10/23/cond….
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We're hiring! Office Manager/Executive Assistant
OmbudsPEI is seeking an experienced professional to play a key role in supporting the effective operation of the office.
Learn more about the position, salary and how to apply:
ombudspei.ca/careers/
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Following OmbudsPEI’s Report into an unfair IRAC hearing process, found at the link below, it has released five Featured Case Summaries showcasing how independent oversight promotes fairness, accountability, and trust across PEI.
Cases involve Health PEI, municipalities, education, and social services, with outcomes ranging from service improvements to conclusions that public authorities acted fairly when responding to concerns.
Read more: ombudspei.ca/cases-and-repor… #PEI #Accountability #GoodGovernance
Following OmbudsPEI’s Report into an unfair IRAC hearing process, found at the link below, it has released five Featured Case Summaries showcasing how independent oversight promotes fairness, accountability, and trust across PEI.
Cases involve Health PEI, municipalities, education, and social services, with outcomes ranging from service improvements to conclusions that public authorities acted fairly when responding to concerns.
Read more: ombudspei.ca/cases-and-repor… #PEI #Accountability #GoodGovernance
Our latest report detailing our investigation into complaints about the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission has been released.
IRAC allowed a corporate landlord to increase rent by 12% for 23 units of a Charlottetown apartment building. Following a complaint, OmbudsPEI investigated and discovered that IRAC made significant procedural errors when hearing the appeal.
To view the report, visit the link below. ombudspei.ca/2026/09/21/addr…
Our 2025-26 annual report has been tabled and is now available.
The report details the office's previous year in operation and its continued increase in use of service by Islanders.
A copy of the report can be found at ombudspei.ca/2026/06/22/ombu…
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Congratulations on 50 years of outstanding service Ontario Ombudsman!
Today we celebrate 50 years of Ombudsman Ontario and the dedicated staff who’ve made it possible. For five decades, their commitment to fairness, accountability, and helping Ontarians has been at the heart of everything we do. (PD)
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The Canadian Council of Parliamentary Ombudsman (CCPO) has formally endorsed a set of key principles designed to ensure the independence, effectiveness, and accountability of Ombudsman institutions across Canada. These principles, adopted during the Council's gathering in Charlottetown, PEI, reaffirm the essential role of Ombudsman offices in upholding good governance, protecting individual rights, and reinforcing public trust in democratic institutions. ccpo-ccop.ca/2025/06/18/cana…
RT @OmbudsPEI: The Canadian Council of Parliamentary Ombudsman (CCPO) has formally endorsed a set of key principles designed to ensure the…
Our Deputy Ombudsperson and one of our investigators are getting set up for the complaint clinic in Montague today!
Have a complaint? Head to 540 Main Street between 12-6:30 pm and speak with a member of our team.
If you can't make it to today's clinic, check out the schedule in this post for the times, dates and locations of the remaining two clinics this month. #TalkToTheO
OmbudsPEI has released a new summary detailing our recent work with the PEI Human Rights Commission to resolve a complaint we received.
The complaint related to a near four-year long delay in resolving a discrimination claim made to PEIHRC.
For more on this complaint, read the press release below or view the summary online here:
ombudspei.ca/2025/05/08/reso…
Today, the first of our four Mobile Complaint Clinics will be held in Souris at the Eastern Kings Community Centre – 85 Munns Rd - from 12:00pm – 6:30pm.
Come chat with us, learn about our office, share any complaints you may have and grab some refreshments as well.
Walk-ins are welcome, but we recommend reserving a spot to speak with one of our investigators ahead of time. You can do so by calling our main line at 902-288-1105.
Can't make it to this clinic? Check the attached photo for a full schedule of the other clinics we will be holding in May. You can also submit complaints online by visiting ombudspei.ca. #TalkToTheO
