At any given time, our teams are working on a variety of project audits. Project audits include performance audits, investigations (including special audits), information technology audits, and governance audits and reviews.
Below you will find a list and brief description of project audits currently in progress. To provide information related to one of our on-going audits, you may contact us by:
Email: citizen.concerns@oag.mb.ca
Phone: 204-945-3351
To learn more about how your information may be used, please visit the We Want to Hear From You section of our website.
Currently in Progress
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Fraud Risk Management
Fraud risk management is in an important function to prevent and detect the loss of public money. Improper risk management undermines Manitoba’s confidence in the civil service.
Our audit will select departments and other entities within the Government Reporting Entity and examine and evaluate the work performed by those organizations to identify and mitigate fraud risks.
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Personal Care Homes – Complaints Process
In Manitoba, the Protection for Persons in Care Office (PPCO) investigates reports of suspected patient/resident abuse and neglect. Facilities are required to report suspected abuse or neglect in writing to the PPCO. The general public can also report suspected abuse and neglect to the PPCO.
Our examination will be a limited scope examination focusing on how the PPCO receives and investigates concerns received from the public or healthcare staff regarding the level of care provided in Manitoba Personal Care Homes. The examination was initiated based on stakeholder concerns received by our office.
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Archives of Manitoba
Preserving records of archival value provides future generations with invaluable and irreplaceable information. It’s important that these records be properly maintained and easily accessible. Good recordkeeping supports accountability and effective government administration. On behalf of the Government of Manitoba, the Archives of Manitoba preserves the records of the government and its agencies, the Legislature, and the courts. It may acquire the archival records of individuals and private sector organizations, and is the official repository for the records of the Hudson’s Bay Company.
This audit will assess whether archival records are readily available to the public and if archival practices facilitate the preservation of records.
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Efficiency of Court Services for the Provincial Court of Manitoba
Lengthy trials and delays in court case processing have an impact on both accused persons and victims.. It can impact the quality and reliability of evidence and may diminish public confidence in the criminal justice system, which is fundamental to its operation.
In 2018, the Department of Justice implemented its Criminal Justice System Modernization Strategy with a primary objective to improve timely access to justice. COVID-19 has resulted in the delay, suspension, and rescheduling of court proceedings. Since 2019/2020 time to disposition has increased by approximately 40%.
In this audit we will examine whether the Department of Justice manages the delivery of court services for the Provincial Court of Manitoba efficiently.
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Addictions Treatment Services in Manitoba
Problematic substance use and addiction are significant and growing issues in Manitoba, and can have devastating impacts on those affected, as well as those around them. Adults in Manitoba who are diagnosed with a substance use disorder are much more likely to use the health-care system, be accused of a crime, be the victim of a crime, and die prematurely (before 75 years of age).
This audit will examine addictions treatment services for adults in Manitoba.
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Managing IT Security in a Remote Work Environment
In June 2021, the Manitoba Public Service Commission introduced a flexible work arrangement policy, allowing some government employees to work remotely.
To work remotely, staff must access government networks over the internet. This exposes government networks to additional cyber security threats. Additional controls are required to protect against these threats.
In this audit, we will examine the controls in place to address the IT security risks of working remotely.
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Manitoba’s Comptrollership Framework
We identified a number of control deficiencies and errors during our audit of the 2021-22 Public Accounts. As a result, we are taking a closer look at the Province of Manitoba’s comptrollership framework. A comptrollership framework is a system of internal controls, policies, and procedures that help organizations manage and monitor financial activities, operations, and risks.
This audit will assess whether the framework used by Manitoba provides an effective internal control structure and produces reliable financial information.
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Investigations of Municipal Allegations
Order in Council 343/2022 dated September 6, 2022 requested an examination and audit of the operations and accounts of various municipalities under Section 16(1) of The Auditor General Act.
Based on the results of preliminary procedures, the Auditor General has determined he will examine allegations regarding the following 4 municipalities:
- Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone
- Rural Municipality of St. Andrews
- Rural Municipality of West St. Paul
- Municipality of Swan Valley West
In addition to the allegations regarding these 4 municipalities, the Auditor General will examine municipal oversight at the Department of Municipal Relations and how the Department handles complaints regarding municipalities.