Officers of Parliament
8 independent watchdogs who report directly to Parliament — not to the government of the day. Their findings and rulings are among the most consequential accountability events in Canada.
Officers of Parliament — Starter+
Full profiles of Canada's 8 independent accountability watchdogs — mandates, current holders, and cross-product intelligence links.
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Unlike ministers or departments, Officers of Parliament serve fixed terms and cannot be removed by the Prime Minister. They report directly to the House of Commons or Senate — creating a firewall between their findings and political interference. When the Auditor General flags waste, or the Ethics Commissioner rules on a conflict of interest, it becomes a formal parliamentary record.