Alberta’s new auditor general, Phil Peters, has stated that his investigation into a health-care contracting scandal is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

The probe, which focuses on multimillion-dollar deals involving private surgical facilities, pain medication from Turkey, and COVID-19 PPE, is part of a broader inquiry into alleged corruption within Alberta Health Services.

Peters took over the mandate in April 2026, following the departure of his predecessor, Doug Wylie, who had been investigating the matter for over a year.

The RCMP has also launched separate probes into the allegations, which stem from claims made by the former head of Alberta Health Services, Athana Mentzelopoulos, who alleged she was fired for uncovering questionable contracts.

A government-commissioned report by retired judge Raymond Wyant found no evidence of wrongdoing by Premier Danielle Smith or her staff, but Peters has greater authority to subpoena witnesses and compel records.

The auditor general’s office emphasizes the importance of thoroughly examining the allegations, which have drawn calls for a public inquiry from the NDP.The case remains under legal review as Mentzelopoulos pursues a wrongful dismissal lawsuit against the provincial government.