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Back to EpisodesNova Scotia Health's $3.7B Sole-Sourced Deals Under Scrutiny
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Nova Scotias Health Authority under fire for bypassing competitive bids on public contracts, totaling over $3.7 billion since 2020. Auditor Generals report reveals six cases with missing conditions and weak excuses for skipping the bidding process. One instance involved paying a vendor for international nurses before contract approval. Health Authority acknowledges issues and plans to implement fixes, emphasizing no conflicts of interest found. Audit highlights the need for transparency and stricter spending controls in healthcare.
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