FAQ Group: Media

The IIO releases an annual report capturing statistical data for each fiscal year, which runs from April 1 to March 31 every year. The annual report provides information about the IIO’s investigative process, and discussion of our public education and outreach activities. We also release statistical information about caseload statistics, budgets and organizational developments. The IIO’s annual reports can be found on the publications page.

While the investigation is ongoing, IIO investigators are in the process of gathering and assessing evidence, including the interview of key witnesses. It is best practice to interview witnesses as soon as practicable to obtain an untainted statement. In order to avoid contaminating witness accounts, the IIO is careful not to release information that may influence a witness’s perception of an event. In addition, the IIO provides only minimal information at the outset of an investigation as the available details have not yet been subject to independent investigation. The IIO is committed to transparency to the public and conducting fair and unbiased investigations. We seek to balance these interests when deciding if and when a media release will be issued, and what information it will contain.

The IIO has both Twitter and Facebook accounts. All media releases and public reports are posted on both social media accounts at the same time as on the IIO website. Follow us at Twitter @iiobc and Facebook Independent Investigations Office

All media interview requests should be directed to the IIO’s Media and Communications Liaison via the media line 778 988 1041 or info@iiobc.ca. All requests will be responded to in as timely a manner as possible. Please indicate if your story has a deadline when requesting an interview or other information.