The Alberta Ombudsman responds to complaints of unfair treatment by select public authorities. The Ombudsman is also the Public Interest Commissioner.
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31 Jan 2023
Kevin Brezinski is Alberta's tenth Ombudsman and third Public interest Commissioner. After a distinguished 30-year career with the Edmonton Police Service, Kevin will continue to serve the public in these dual roles. yourvoiceprotected.ca/kevin-…
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Earlier this week, the Alberta Court of Appeal delivered an important ruling that restored a report by the Public Interest Commissioner of Alberta.
Click for more on this precedent-setting ruling, including commentary from the Commissioner. yourvoiceprotected.ca/ruling…
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We were pleased to welcome staff from the @PRC_Alberta to our office yesterday for an informative presentation on their mandate and complaint review processes.
Opportunities like these help us learn from public authorities. albertaprc.ca/about/about-th…
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May 21
We spoke with municipal leaders at the 2026 Mountain Refresher Conference, hosted by the Society of Local Government Managers of Alberta. We appreciated the engagement and thoughtful dialogue – thank you to the organizers and attendees for making these conversations possible!
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May 15
Happy Victoria Day long weekend from the Alberta Ombudsman’s office! Our office will be closed Monday, May 18 and will reopen Tuesday, May 19. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.
ombudsman.ab.ca/complaint-ch…
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May 11
Representatives from our office, including the Ombudsman, recently had the opportunity to meet with staff from @BoyleStreet. Boyle Street supports individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty in Edmonton. Thank you for welcoming us!
ALT Photo of the Alberta Ombudsman (left) with a staff member and a representative from Boyle Street Community Services.
ALT Staff members presenting at the okimaw peyesew kamik / King Thunderbird Centre in downtown Edmonton.
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Today is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA peoples, a time to recognize lives lost and the important work of ending violence. jaimeblackartist.com/exhibit…
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Apr 22
It’s #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay and we’re grateful to the skilled people who facilitate efficiency and functioning in our offices. Thank you for making a difference in the delivery of public services!🙌
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Apr 16
This past March we met with Albertans making a difference in their communities, such as the @AGLC and Miskanawah, a YYC-based organization supporting vulnerable children and youth. See here for more outreach stories. ombudsman.ab.ca/news
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Happy long weekend to all!🌷
Please note that our office will be closed from Friday, April 3 - Monday, April 6. If you still wish to make a complaint, you can do so on our website. ombudsman.ab.ca/complaint-ch…
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Our latest Case Summary shows the value of productive working relationships between our office and the public agencies we investigate. Read Fairness Through Collaboration to learn what Alberta agency we recognized for Administrative Excellence. ombudsman.ab.ca/case-summari…
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Mar 24
Today is the 6th annual Whistleblower Awareness Day! As AB’s Public Interest Commissioner Kevin Brezinski reminds us, “Whistleblowers make the workplace better for everyone.” Click here for more, including new resources. yourvoiceprotected.ca/whistl…
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Mar 18
Yesterday the Public Interest Commissioner welcomed AB designated officers for the 5th Public Interest Disclosure Conference. Thanks to everyone for participating! Together we’re building a culture where employees feel supported reporting workplace wrongdoing or reprisal.
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🌟 We’re hiring 2 Investigators at the Alberta Ombudsman’s office! Help review and investigate complaints about decisions made by government departments, municipalities, and other public authorities in Alberta. Learn more and apply now here: ombudsman.ab.ca/employment/i…
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March 8 is International Women’s Day, a time to celebrate the progress made in advancing women’s rights and highlight the ongoing efforts still needed. Thank you to the women who inspire, uplift, and lead. Happy IWD!
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DYK: most of our complaints are resolved without lengthy investigations. Read A Nose for Fairness for an early resolution case about how clear communication helped improve an unpleasant situation involving an agricultural feedlot. ombudsman.ab.ca/case-summari…
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Feb 23
It’s been a busy month for our office as we met with a range of organizations serving the YYC area. Read the story of how we’re raising awareness of where Albertans can bring complaints of administrative unfairness in the delivery of public services. ombudsman.ab.ca/community-co…
ALT Deputy Ombudsman Mike Good and staff gather with representatives from ActionDignity during a community meeting.
ALT Alberta Ombudsman Investigators at Wheatland County Council for a presentation on Administrative Fairness Guidelines.
ALT Representatives from the Public Interest Commissioner's office at their trade show booth at the Calgary Teachers' Convention of Alberta.
ALT Pictured here, representatives from the Ombudsman's office gather at Closer to Home for a community visit.
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Feb 20
This past weekend the Public Interest Commissioner’s office was an exhibitor at the cctca.com trade show, sharing information about the whistleblower rights and protections of public sector employees. Thank you for another fantastic educational event!
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Feb 10
Alberta’s Public Interest Disclosure (Whistleblower Protection) Act protects employees in our newly restructured healthcare sector. For more, including tips on how to submit a complaint, visit yourvoiceprotected.ca/whistl…
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🌟 We’re hiring for Manager of Investigations! Join us and lead a team, oversee complex complaints, and help ensure fairness across Alberta’s public sector. Learn more and apply here: ombudsman.ab.ca/employment/m…
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🌟 We’re hiring for a temporary Administrative Assistant position! Join us and support work that promotes fairness and accountability across Alberta’s public sector. Learn more and apply here: ombudsman.ab.ca/employment/t…
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