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flag The OECD warns Canada’s delay in naming a new Parliamentary Budget Officer undermines fiscal accountability.

flag 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. flag As of February 26, 2026, Jason Jacques’ interim term ends without a successor named, despite his application for the role. flag 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. flag The government acknowledged the report and said it is reviewing the recommendations amid ongoing economic challenges.

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