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3.
Walshs report also discussed the work of the Audit Committee: The Audit
Committee recently attended the head office and reviewed many financial
documents pertaining to this years audit, including the audited financial
statements. Our gratitude to Dave Sabatini and David Vittie for their work on the
Committee, as both have concluded their two year terms...
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5.
The 2014 OPP Association Financial Report also contains a section called the
Audit Committee Report. This Report does not mention any concern over the
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items highlighted in the three page letter from date October 17
2014 from
Gregory N. Ferguson of Powell Jones LLP to the OPPA Finance Committee, but
the Report is alleged to have been written by Walsh, who was not a member of
the Audit Committee. The Report describes the work of the Audit Committee in
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reviewing expenses for two randomly selected months, April and June, 2014 and
the Committees review of the Auditors Report dated October 21st, 2014, and
OPPA Financial Statements for the year ending August 31st, 2014. The Audit
Committee Report contained the following information:
a. The Audit Committee met with Kim Tait (Office Manager), Sandra
Barendregt (Financial Coordinator), Greg Ferguson of Powell Jones, on
October 21sl, 2014 at 119 Ferris Lane in Barrie. In attendance at the
meeting were Brother David Sabatini, Brother David Vittie, and Brother
Bruce Quigg.
b. The Audit Committee members randomly selected the months of April and
June 2014 for the independent review of the following:
Expense reports, for the entire fiscal year; for the BoarcJ Executive,
Legal Department and Branch Presidents.
c. The Committee did not detect any discrepancies in the records and all
expense claims that were viewed by the Committee met with OPPA Policy
and Procedures.
d. The committee met with Greg Ferguson of Powell Jones LLP. The Audit
Committee was provided with a copy of the Auditors Report dated
October 21st 2014 and OPPA Financial Statements for the year ending
August 3lslj, 2014. All information was reviewed in detail with the
committee. The committee is satisfied that the audit is clean, thorough and
accurately reflects the financial statusof the OPP Association. The
committee is further satisfied that Powell Jones LLP is independent,
objective and does not have any conflict of interest with respect to the
OPP Association and are compliant with the Rules of Professional
Conduct of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario
6.
The 2014 OPP Association Financial Report also contains the Independent
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Auditors Report prepared by Powell Jones LLP dated October 21
2014 To
the Board of Directors of OPPA. It is not clear why this Report does not mention
any of the items highlighted in the three page letter dated October l7, 2014
from Gregory N. Ferguson of Powell Jones LLP to the OPPA Finance
Committee. The Report which is signed by Powell Jones LLP states the
following:
a. Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of
these financial statements in accordance with Canadian accounting
standards for not-for-profit Organizations and for such internal control as
management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of
financial statements that are free from material misstatemenl, whether due
to fraud or error.
The 2014 OPP Association Financial Report also contains fourteen pages
which are entitled, the OPPA Statement of Financial Position as of August
31, 2014 which was prepared by Powell Jones. I have reviewed these
statements and note the following items.
a. As atAugust3l, 2014 the OPPA controlled $17,941,699.00 in restricted
and unrestricted net assets, consisting of over $37 million in assets and
over $19 million in liabilities.
b. Net income for 2014 was $1,207,488.00, with revenue of $72,746,545.00
and expenses of $71,539,057.00. The OPPA has received funds from
the members of the OPP which it services, and from Her Majesty in Right
of the Province of Ontario (Province of Ontario).
c. In the Notes to the Financial Statements section the Nature of the OPPA
Activities is described as, the exclusive collective bargaining agent for
civilian members and all Ontario Provincial Police officers up to and
including the rank of Sergeant Major. The Association advocates and
represents the members in: the development and application of the terms
of the employment contract; providing legal services; and providing
support services to active and retired members, surviving spouses and
investments and described their gross annual rate of return of 8.51 %, less a
0.55% Advisory Fee, for a net rate of return of 7.96%.
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October27 30, 2014
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AGM 2014
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS REPORT
Karl Walsh
On behalf of myself and the staff, welcome to the 2014AGM.
This weeks agenda includes a variety of Association business items: a LAP appeal, five
candidates posturing for three board seats in the Wednesday Board Election, Presidential
Election candidates will be revealed, the Trade Show will be informative, and we have
guest speakers from various facets of our business.
Financial Reports
The Audited Financial Statements for the year ending August 31, 2014 are contained within
this Financial Report package. The report was prepared by Powell-Jones LLP and
subsequently reviewed by the Board of Directors and myself. In addition, the package is
comprised of the Investment Report from RBC Dominion Securities, the Audit Committee
report, and the approved 2014/15 prorated year budget. Please do not hesitate to ask any
questions regarding any of the reports.
At conclusion of the 201 3/14 fiscal year, we have realized a $1.2 million surplus. Details will
be outlined in the Auditors presentation. In general, our legal net income was in excess of
$700,000. Unlike previous years, there was no significant activity regarding inquests,
inquiries, or major cases. The remaining $500,000 net income was operational, reflecting
well on all efficiencies in all facets of the organization, coupled with the fact that the
expected benefits bargaining session did not transpire. Both net incomes were increased by
the market value of the investments at year end.
The Audit Committee recently attended the head ffice and reviewed many financial
documents pertaining to this years audit, including the audited financial statements. Our
gratitude to Dave Sabatini and David Vittie for their work on the Committee, as both have
concluded their two year terms. Delegates who wish to fill these vacancies are asked to
notify me by the conclusion of the ACM.
The recommendation of the Committee is for Management to retain the services of PowellJones. I have asked for a flat fee estimate of the costs for the upcoming fiscal year end.
This will be presented to the Board, for their decision, at the first Board of Directors meeting
after the ACM.
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We have also included the Annual Report from Terry Cheaney, of RBC Dominion
Securities, regarding our three investment portfolios. The return was very good on all three.
Terry Cheaney will be here to present and we will be happy to answer any of your
questions.
It is important to be mindful that the current budget for the prorated year of September 1,
2014 through March 31, 2015 is front end loaded. The AGM, Presidents Week and the
upcoming round of bargaining are but three examples of items that have large impacts on
the bottom line.
General Pension Industry Update
The Ontario Pension Board continues to adapt to the ebbs and flows of the financial
market. The annual report is published. I am happy to report and observe the ever
changing construct of the staff responsible for the fund and its outcomes.
The investment side of OPB continues on a path of sophistication; something to be envied
by other OPS funds.
The conversation regarding asset pooling in the Public sector pension plans continues to be
led by the Management of OPB. As we speak, these discussions have begun to gain
traction. The best case scenario for maximizing efficiencies and returns, would result in
assets from two or more funds being pooled. This will not change the administrative
composition of the fund. All participants would retain their individual identities while
realizing the benefit of a larger investment pool.
We will be joined by Mark Fuller and Peter Shena this week. They will highlight what the
immediate future may bring. I continue to marvel at their ability to attract and retain talent.
Many at OPB have realized successful careers and the fruits thereof. They are all excited
about working at OPB, with the executive team, and construction of a sophisticated and
unique plan. They are driven because it is a plan that services a dedicated and selfless
group of members. I would like to express our gratitudeto Mark and everyone at OPB for
what they do.
Board Election
This years Board election has five candidates competing for three seats:
Martin Bain
Doug Lewis
Chris Hoffman
David Vittie
Jeff Gray
There will be speeches from each candidate on Wednesday. At the lunch break electronic
polling will be open and available for the voting delegates. You may also login to the
oppa.ca website from your computer and cast your vote at that time.
In addition, we are in a Provincial Presidential election year. The nomination period started
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at 9:00 a.m. on October 13
and ended at 4:00 p.m. on. Friday October 24
We will be in receipt of all letters of intention by the start of the AGM.
To follow is an arranged debate which will be taped and available for the membership to
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view. The Electronic vote will start at 9:00 a.m. on the 15
of November and end at 9:00
a.m. on the 30 of November.
Our gratitude is extended to any and all candidates who seek office and we wish you all the
best of luck.
Building Update
We are moving cautiously on this issue thus far. Meetings have concluded with all of the
surrounding townships that are under the jurisdiction of our members. Their respective
CAOs and Mayors have been consulted and we have considered the impact any move
would have on staff, the members, the OPPACU.
Three site test fits have been requested and received. I will present all three to you for
discussion sometime this week. Sadly, members in uniform were the target of terror. We all
empathize with these losses but also acknowledge the heightened awareness that these
tragedies bring with them. Our building is a target. Recognizing this, we have taken
measures to secure the building and ensure that we are able to do business effectively
under harsh circumstances. What has become evident is that a new way of looking at the
building has taken root. A new building would be more effective in addressing security.
Conclusion
The Management team performance has been outstanding in the past year. We have
increased services, kept costs in check, addressed concerns, all while constantly striving to
improve services.
If there is anything the staff and I can do to make your AGM more comfortable, please do
not hesitate to ask. Enjoy the week.
Karl Walsh
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1NDEPENIENT AUDITORS REPORT
accordance with Canadian accounting standards for not-for-profit Organizations and for such internal
control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are
free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
AiicliIvr Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We
conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Thosc standards
require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditors judgment, including the
assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or
error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entitys
preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of
the entitys internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies
used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the
overall presentation of the financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our audit opinion.
Opinion
In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
Ontario Provincial Police Association as at August 3 1. 2014. and its financial performance and its cash
flow for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian accounting standards for not-for-profit
Organizations.
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ONTARIO PRO VINC IAL POLICE ASSOCIATION
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT AUGUST 31, 2014
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ASSETS
2014
2013
1.235,283
518.24()
1,037.569
511,579
5.077.433
194.538
7,025.494
5,013,381
185.611
6.748.140
4.33 1.273
4,505,468
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7,918,746
4.632.779
1265l.540
7,192,850
4,289,28()
11.482.130
7,138,812
14,643
129,042
6.081.047
13,363.544
6.421.537
16,738
140,283
3,848,273
10,426.831
37.371.851
33,162,569
803,570
8,524
4,973,244
5385.338
786.092
28,069
&4E3.961
5,698,122
7,138,812
320,766
6.185.236
13,644,814
6,421,537
331,006
3277.693
10,730.236
19,430,152
16.428.358
4,331,273
7,669,248
14,643
129,042
5.797.493
17.94 1,699
4,505,468
6,933,112
16,738
140,283
5.138,610
16.734.211
37.371.851
33.162.569
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Cash and short-term investments, note 5
Accounts receivable
Health and welfare benefits
premiums receivable, note 11(c)
Prepaid expenses
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Group life insurance deposits, note 9
Long term investments, note 10
LIABILITIES
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Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Government remittances payable
Health and welfare benefits premiums payable, note 11(c)
DEFERRED CONTRIBUTIONS
Legal assistance program, note 11(a)
Group life insurance, note 11(b)
Health and welfare benefits, note 11(c)
NET ASSETS
Internally restricted
Investment in capital assets
Internally restricted for group life insurance
Internally restricted for restricted financial parity fund
Internally restricted for special assistance to members
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October28, 2014
AUDIT COMMI1TEE REPORT
President Christie, Board of Directors, Executive Staff, Voting Delegates and Visitors:
The Audit Committee met with Kim Tait (Office Manager), Sandra Barendregt (Financial
St, 2014 at 119 Ferris Lane in
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Coordinator), Greg Fergusson of Powell Jones, on October 2
Barrie. In affendance at the meeting were Brother David Sabatini, Brother David Vittie,
and Brother Bruce Quigg.
The Audit CommH-tee members randomly selected months of April and June 2014 for the
independent review of the following:
Visa expenditures for the Board, Executive, Legal Department and Branch
Presidents
Expense reports, for the entire fiscal year, for the Board, Executive, Legal
Department and Branch Presidents.
The Committee did not detect any discrepancies in the records and all expense claims
that were viewed by the Committee met with OPPA Policy and Procedures.
The committee met with Greg Ferguson of Powell Jones LLP. The Audit Committee was
provided with a copy of the Auditors Report dated October 21st, 2014 and OPPA
Financial Statements for the year ending August 31 st, 2014.
All information was reviewed in detail with the committee. The committee is satisfied that
the audit is clean, thorough and accurately reflects the financial status of the OPP
Association,
The committee is further satisfied that Powell Jones LLP is independent, objective and
does not have any conflict of interest with respect to the OPP Association and are
compliant with the Rules of Professional Conduct of the Institute of Chartered
Accountants of Ontario. The Audit Committee collectively discussed and recommends
the continuance of the services of Powell Jones. The Audit Committee notes
management is in agreement with this recommendation.
The Committee will meet again in May 2015, prior to the Spring AGM.
Additionally, if there are any specifics that the delegates would like the committee to
examine, please feel free to let us know.
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Budget
2014-2015
lncome
44001
OPERATIONS REVENUE
44093. Benefits-Interest
44005 Civilian Membership Dues
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1207230.66
1726201.60
90000.00
46,666.67
Income
0.00
Total 44001
3,812,626.00
TO Affinity
1,000.00
OPERATIONS REVENUE
2000.00
Total Income
6,885,724.93
6,885,724.93
Expense
66001
COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
4,000.00
82,000.00
2,300.00
4,050.00
6,500.00
5,950.00
66010. Funerals
66090 Government Related Activities
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8,750.00
100,000.00
1340.00
10000.00
40000,00
18,333.00
10,000.00
66025. PTSDJOSI
1,800.00
66020. Retirements
3,500.00
66180. Scheduling
750.00
500.00
0.00
250.00
50,000.00
7,000.00
66170. Transport
1,500.00
Total 66001
COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
358,522.99
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OPERATING BUDGET
Budget
2014-2015
1,199296.71
1044,472.00
337,634.00
60,970.00
2,642,372.71
55,000.00
[1
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Benevolent Fund
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50,000.00
15000.00
8,750.00
10,000.00
20,000.00
15,000.00
7,500.00
59,400.00
120,000.00
1,000.00
161,797.64
523,447.64
130,000.00
66510. GrievancelArbitration
66550. Pension
7,000.00
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137,000.00
189,982.70
353,392.70
PACE
164,500.00
253,489.04
91,399.06
1,052,763.49
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OPERATING BUDGET
Budget
2014-2015
70,000.00
0.00
26,250.00
37,916.67
42,000.00
.3,222.87
32,166.67
211,556.21
66007. ADMINISTRATION
66901
39,000.00
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1,750.00
87,634.26
40,625.00
37,916.67
14,720.00
32,483.83
27,000.00
66960. Postage
10,000.00
66970.Telephone
61,000.00
10,629.89
84,053.76
446,813.41
66008. AUTOMOBILES
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67110. Auto-Maintenance
15,000.00
67101
59,000.00
57,207.17
38,203.69
169,410.87
18,666.67
Benefits
161,191.04
67260. I-fonouraria
261,806.04
461,437.76
.46,967.79
23,931.64
67330. Payroll
Deduct CPP
37,000.00
Deduct El
19,000.00
67340 Payroll
1,577,909.17
LIAISONS
Net Income
547,908.26
LIAISONS
FAQ
50,000.00
1,000.00
51,000.00
7,170.796.50
-285,071.57
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BENEFITS BUDGET
Budget
2014-2015
Income
44003. BENEFITS REVENUE
44090. Members Benefits Revenue
44093- Benefits-Interest
100,000.00
Other
35802,49500
35,902,495.00
10,000.00
33,912,49500
Total Income
35,912,495.00
Expense
66002. MEMBERS BENEFITS
66260- Health Benefits
35,912,495.00
Total Expense
35,912,495.00
35,912,495.00
Net Income
0.00
LEGAL BUDGET
Budget
2014-2015
Income
44002. LEGAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REVENU
44061
123022.70
Other
100,000.00
744,030.00
967,052.70
967,052.70
967,052.70
Expense
66012. LEGAL SERVICES/RESOURCES
66510. Grievance/Arbitration
44,000.00
75,000.00
50,000.00
15,000.00
Seminars
Quicklaw
17,500.00
1,700.00
91,009.74
380,370.30
105,000.00
25,000.00
100,000.00
10,000.00
870,580.04
914,580.04
52,472.66
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