As part of the City’s commitment to accountable and transparent governance, the City has appointed a new Integrity Commissioner, Anita K. Atwal for a two-year term ending June 30, 2026.
The appointment comes after Council adopted a new Code of Conduct Bylaw in January 2024 which outlines clear expectations for ethical behaviour among elected officials. This was in response to Council’s request to thoroughly review the previous outdated bylaw and that an impartial third party should conduct Council investigations. The Integrity Commissioner will be responsible for providing advice to Council members and conducting investigations under the Bylaw.
Responsibilities
As an independent officer, the Commissioner’s duties include:
- Providing advice and recommendations to Council members.
- Educating Council members, the public, and staff about the Code of Conduct Bylaw.
- Conducting investigations into complaints of alleged breaches of the Code of Conduct.
The Commissioner reports to Council but performs their role independently on a contractual, as-needed basis.
Complaints Process
Council members, staff, committee members, or volunteers who believe a Council member has breached the Code of Conduct Bylaw can file a confidential complaint with the Integrity Commissioner. The office is in the process of developing policies and guidelines to support the complaints process.
Contact and Additional Information
For more information or to file a confidential complaint, email anita@anitaatwallaw.com.