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Forensic audit of Saskatchewan First Nations group finds $34M in questionable spend

The audit found $25 million of COVID-19 funds spent questionably and flagged travel, salaries, and administration expenses, prompting calls for governance reforms and transparency.

  • A forensic audit by KPMG revealed over $34 million in questionable spending by the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations between April 2019 and March 2024.
  • The audit indicated that $25 million of the $30 million for COVID-19 funding was spent in a way deemed 'questionable.'
  • The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations stated it needs to see the full audit report to respond adequately to the findings.
  • The audit's summary recommended the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations improve procurement, hiring, and accounting practices.
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