Office of the Citizens’ Representative
June 17, 2014
Updated website for the Public Interest Disclosure Program
The Office of the Citizens’ Representative (the OCR) is the investigator appointed under the Public Interest Disclosure and Whistleblower Protection Act which will come into force on July 1, 2014. The OCR has updated its website to provide practical information about the investigation of public interest disclosure complaints and the protections from reprisals for whistleblowers.
The updated website will contain a fact sheet outlining answers to frequently asked questions about the program. The website will also contain:
- Information about the OCR;
- A link to applicable legislation;
- Definitions for wrongdoing and reprisals;
- The OCR process for investigating complaints;
- The factors the OCR will consider in assessing complaints of gross mismanagement;
- Forms for those wishing to obtain advice about the program or anyone wanting to file a complaint.
The OCR’s website can be accessed at www.citizensrep.nl.ca
. Anyone wishing to learn more about the program or inquiring about filing a complaint may call 729-7647; toll free 1-800-559-0079; or e-mail us at citrep@gov.nl.ca. All inquiries are kept in strictest confidence.
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Media contact:
| Jocelyn Walsh or Lorraine Holden Office of the Citizens’ Representative 709-729-7647 |