Ottawa's AG warns of unfair hiring at OC Transpo

Auditor General Nathalie Gougeon found OC Transpo engaged in unfair hiring practices, including handpicking candidates without competitions and appointing some who did not meet minimum job requirements. The findings raise governance and regulatory concerns for the City's transit operations and could trigger remedial actions or increased oversight, but are unlikely to have material market impact.

Analysis

Auditor General Nathalie Gougeon found OC Transpo engaged in unfair hiring practices, including handpicking candidates without competitions and appointing some who did not meet minimum job requirements. The findings raise governance and regulatory concerns for the City's transit operations and could trigger remedial actions or increased oversight, but are unlikely to have material market impact.