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The OECD warns Canada’s delay in naming a new Parliamentary Budget Officer undermines fiscal accountability.
The OECD has criticized Canada’s federal government for delaying the appointment of a permanent Parliamentary Budget Officer, warning that ongoing interim leadership threatens the office’s independence and effectiveness.
As of February 26, 2026, Jason Jacques’ interim term ends without a successor named, despite his application for the role.
While the OECD praised Canada’s PBO as a top-ranked, non-partisan institution for fiscal accountability, it urged reforms including clear appointment timelines, cross-party interim arrangements, and expanded data access to prevent political influence.
The government acknowledged the report and said it is reviewing the recommendations amid ongoing economic challenges.
La OCDE advierte que el retraso de Canadá en el nombramiento de un nuevo responsable presupuestario parlamentario socava la rendición de cuentas fiscal.