Canada
Audit slams mismanagement at Native housing corp


A report from Manitoba's auditor general uncovered mismanagement at a Native housing agency but recommends no criminal charges.

The Aiyawin Corporation has been under investigation for more than a year after allegations of financial problems and nepotism. The report confirmed serious problems at the agency.

Aiyawin receives $2 million in government funds to provide homes to low-income and elderly Natives in Winnipeg.

Get the Story:
Auditor slams 'mismanagement' of native housing agency (CBC 3/15)
Many red flags at housing organization (The Winnipeg Sun 3/15)

Manitoba Auditor's Report:
Aiyawin Corporation: The Consequences of Mismanagement in a Shared Responsibility Framework (March 2006)

Relevant Links:
Aiyawin Corporation - http://www.aiyawin.com

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