Office of the Comptroller General FMI Halifax – Jan 15, 2009 Rod Monette Comptroller General of Canada

“Excellence in Financial Management and Audit” Vision “Excellence in Financial Management and Audit” Earning and keeping the trust of Canadians Culture of Stewardship, Accountability, and Value for Money A Durable, Embedded Management Agenda that will withstand Crisis and Time Championing Public Service Renewal – Finance and Audit Pride, Innovation, and Contribution to Canada and Canadians

“Moving a Shared Agenda” Challenges “Moving a Shared Agenda” Clarity – clear embraceable priorities and achievable goals Flexibility – responsible and balanced implementation Capacity – people and systems Alignment – support and shared commitment Adaptability – environmental awareness and responsiveness

“Relationship – Possibility - Action” Agenda “Relationship – Possibility - Action” Policies that are Anchored by Principles Practices that are Commensurate with Risks Realistic and Effective Implementation (Audited Financial Statements; Audit Committees; Financial Management Policy Suite) Community Renewal, Leadership, and Stakeholder Engagement Systems that Inform Decision Making Smart Internal Controls articulated through Roles, Accountability, and Judgement Culture and Tradition that Fosters Principle-Based Management