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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-brezinsk…

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!

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/exhibitions/

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!🙌

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

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-chec…

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-summaries…

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/whistleblower-…

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.

🌟 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/inv…

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!

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-summaries…

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-conv…

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!

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/whistleblower-…

🌟 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/man…

🌟 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/tem…

Our latest Case Summary involves a first-time complaint to our office about the AGLC, which led to improved fairness rules for everyone. Read Fairness for the Win to learn about a gambler who bet on winning teams but still managed to lose. ombudsman.ab.ca/case-summaries…

It’s Black History Month, an opportunity to reflect on the lasting contributions of Black Canadians. Thank you to @royalalberta for compiling stories of Black Canadians and Albertans enriching our country. More: royalalbertamuseum.ca/blog/black-his… #BHM2026

Clarity enhances administrative fairness. Our latest Case Summary is about a resident who claimed to have been overcharged for cooperating with a request from a City to open his water taps. Read Fairness Flows. ombudsman.ab.ca/case-summaries…

Today is #BellLetsTalk Day! We’re taking a moment to focus on our mental health to enhance resilience, reduce stress, and minimize burnout. Keep the conversation going.