Public Advisory: Residents Invited to Contribute to the Statutory Review of the Independent Appointments Commission Act

March 28, 2023

Interested parties and individuals are invited to contribute to the statutory review of the Independent Appointments Commission Act.

Here’s how you can get involved:

• Provide written comments or written submissions to IACreview@gov.nl.ca by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
• Arrange a time to speak with Mr. David Conway, the review consultant, by calling 709-729-5800 or emailing IACreview@gov.nl.ca.
• Participate in the online public consultation meetings or observe the meetings scheduled for the week of May 8-12, 2023 by emailing IACreview@gov.nl.ca or calling 709-729-5800 by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 5, 2023.

The review of the Independent Appointments Commission Act will be comprehensive and identify improvements to enhance the overall efficiency, effectiveness and outcomes of the legislation, and the subsequent processes that support its administration.

The review will also look at ways to maximize the diversity of candidates identified as qualified and recommendable for appointment, including but not limited to Indigenous candidates, and ways to maximize regional representation from all parts of the province.

The final report will be submitted to the Minister Responsible for the Public Service Commission outlining the results of the review and its recommendations on or before May 31, 2023. The report will also be made publicly available.

Please note that the final report will state the names of individuals or parties who made comments and submissions in writing and in-person at the public consultation meetings; or were consulted as part of the review process. Comments and submissions may be included as part of the written report of the review with identifying information such as name and organization.

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