Veterans Affairs Canada Health Related Travel Audit - January 2010

The audit of health related travel began in May 2009. The objectives of the audit were to assess compliance with governing regulations and policy; to assess the adequacy and accuracy of management information; and, to assess the control framework and test controls and verification processes.

The scope of the audit included all aspects of processing health related travel claims, including remuneration of an escort, to ensure that control frameworks are in place, the process complies with governing authorities and required management reporting is accessible and useful.