Sagkeeng First Nation Health Authority under review by RCMP

BY PHILIP PAUL-MARTIN
FOR THE FIRST PERSPECTIVE

Sagkeeng First Nation, Man.-The Sagkeeng Health Authority is once again under the spotlight as parties are now alleging that at least $300,000 is missing from their budget with some estimates running as high as $800,000.

The Drum has learned that information provided to the RCMP has resulted in the Commercial Crimes section reviewing the matter.

According to RCMP spokesman Sgt. Steve Saunders a formal investigation by the RCMP has not been initiated but the allegations are "under review."

Sagkeeng Health Authority Director Bert Fontaine refused specific comment on the matter noting he couldn't comment other than to say he was waiting to hear from the RCMP to see what if any charges would be laid.

A Health Canada official admitted they are aware the matter is under investigation but insist the department had no information to offer on the issue or on when The Sagkeeng Health Authority is subject to an audit.