Publications: 2024

Cover of the OAGBC's report on B.C.’s Toxic Drug Crisis: Implementation of Harm Reduction Programs

B.C.’s Toxic Drug Crisis: Implementation of Harm Reduction Programs

March 2024
Since the province declared a public health emergency in 2016, more than 14,000 people have died due to the toxic drug supply. The Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions and the Ministry of Health lead B.C.’s response, including two harm reduction programs. We audited the ministries’ implementation of overdose prevention and supervised consumption services. We also audited their implementation of the first phase of prescribed safer supply.
Cover of the report on The Audit of B.C.’s 2022/23 Summary Financial Statements: Areas of Interest

The Audit of B.C.’s 2022/23 Summary Financial Statements: Areas of Interest

March 2024
This report follows our audit of the $80 billion of financial activity reported by more than 150 government entities last fiscal year.  The topics we’ve identified warrant attention because of their potential influence on the accuracy of government’s financial reporting.  They relate to: government’s method for estimating personal and corporate income tax revenues; BC Hydro’s accounting and implications for its net earnings; and implementation of new accounting standards across government.
Cover of the Managing Hazardous Spills in B.C. report

Managing Hazardous Spills in B.C.

February 2024
Thousands of spills are reported every year in B.C. – and the number has been going up. These spills can present potential harm to people and the environment.  Our audit examined whether the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, through the Environmental Emergency Program, had effectively managed hazardous spills.