‘Financial irregularities’ in Halifax mayor’s office found in audit, RCMP investigating (opens original article in a new tab)

RCMP are investigating financial irregularities in Halifax Mayor Andy Fillmore's office after an audit revealed four noncompliant transactions, including legal fees and consultant hires. The mayor repaid $7,700 in legal fees from personal funds, and the auditor general referred the case to police, leading to an ongoing RCMP investigation.

• RCMP investigating financial irregularities in Halifax mayor's office following audit
• Audit found four noncompliant transactions including legal fees and consultant hires
• Mayor repaid $7,700 in legal fees from personal funds and staff underwent procurement training
• Auditor general referred concerns to police, leading to RCMP investigation