Budget and Staff

My annual budget allocation for the year 1999-2000 was augmented to $635,500 to provide for additional expenses, including counsel, in support of my expanded complaints function. I can report that actual expenses incurred were within budget.

In addition to two full-time staff, I have continued the practice established during my first mandate of hiring subject matter experts under contract. At present, I have six contractors performing specialized work under this arrangement, all of whom have been security cleared for the purpose of their work.

As I have indicated in the past, I believe I have adequate financial and personnel resources to carry out the mandate I have been given.