Concerns About Public Funds Misuse and Editorial Independence Raised

governance · August 2023 · Denman Works

Steve Christensen, a Denman Island resident, requested an explanation from Denman Works regarding the cancellation of Mike Van Santvoord's contract and removal from the board, citing concerns about misuse of public funds and editorial independence related to The Islands Grapevine.

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Sources

• “I am requesting an explanation from you for these actions... There has been criticism of the Grapevine for publishing the contents of what was assumed to be a private letter from Bronwyn Schuster...” — The Islands Grapevine – August 31st, 2023 (August 31st, 2023)

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