B.C. Ombudsperson Jay Chalke Announces 2026 Retirement

Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 7:21 pm

British Columbia’s longest-serving ombudsperson, Jay Chalke, has announced his planned retirement in 2026 after a decade of service. Known for his pivotal role in driving public oversight reforms, his departure marks the end of an influential era, leaving many to reflect on his noteworthy legacy.

theglobeandmail.com / B.C.’s longest-serving ombudsperson Jay Chalke to retire in 2026

Chalke has been in the role for a decade and oversaw the implementation of new responsibilities under B.C.’s Public Interest Disclosure Act

thestar.com / B.C. Ombudsperson Jay Chalke announces 2026 retirement after 10 years on the job

VICTORIA - British Columbia's longest-serving ombudsperson has announced he will retire from his role in early 2026.

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