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Public Funds

The expense of public funds is a matter of public interest. If a public institution is diverting public funds for personal gain, that is of public concern.

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What is Kelly's silence worth to Waterloo Region taxpayers?

From the time Kelly Donovan resigned from the Waterloo Regional Police Service up until May, 2024, they have spent $669,201.06 in legal fees on these matters alone. As of September 18, 2024, the service has refused to provide the invoice for June, 2024. This figure will continue to rise and be updated here.

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Taking into account the funds they spent prior to Kelly's resignation, and after she made her disclosure to the board, they have spent $718,852.10.

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Will Kelly's silence be worth $1,000,000.00??

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All of the figures can be viewed here.

Police Oversight

Kelly filed a complaint with the Ontario Civilian Police Commission in 2022 about these legal expenses, and the OCPC declined to investigate. Their decision letter can be read here.

Kelly has requested a copy of the entire investigative file through Freedom of Information legislation. Her request was denied, and is currently under appeal.

*2024: Kelly made a new complaint to the new Inspector General of policing. Their refusal to investigate can be read on the 2024 page.

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