News Releases: Commissioner of Canada Elections

Commissioner of Canada Elections Enters into
Compliance Agreement with Gilbert Chiasson

Gatineau, September 20, 2018

The Commissioner of Canada Elections has entered into a compliance agreement with Mr. Gilbert Chiasson, who acted as the auditor for a candidate for the purpose of the 42nd federal general election, while he was not a member in good standing of a corporation, association or institute of professional accountants, as required by the Canada Elections Act.

The full text of the compliance agreement is available on the Commissioner of Canada Elections' website at: www.cef-cce.ca.

Compliance agreements are voluntary and outline the terms and conditions that the Commissioner considers necessary to ensure compliance with the Canada Elections Act. These agreements may include a statement by the individual or organization ("contracting party") admitting responsibility for the act or omission constituting the offence. The admission of responsibility does not constitute a criminal conviction by a court of law and does not create a criminal record for the contracting party. More information about compliance agreements can be found at sections 517 to 521 of the Canada Elections Act.

The Commissioner of Canada Elections is the independent officer responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Canada Elections Act and the federal Referendum Act.

For information specific to this matter:

Commissioner of Canada Elections Media Relations
819-939-2278
or by email at: communication@cef-cce.ca

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