B.C. to get new ombudsperson in 2026

The legislative assembly announced Tuesday (Nov. 25) its recommendation for Sandy Hermiston to be appointed as B.C.’s next ombudsperson.
A parliamentary committee made up of government and opposition MLAs conducted a thorough search for the province’s next independent government watchdog. The committee unanimously recommended Hermiston for the role.
Once she has been officially appointed by the lieutenant governor, Hermiston will begin her term as B.C.’s next ombudsperson on Ja