The Ontario government has intervened at Conestoga College in Kitchener, Ontario, by appointing an administrator to oversee its operations following an audit that uncovered serious financial and governance mismanagement. Ontario's Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, Nolan Quinn, stated that the board of governors has been relieved of their duties effective immediately due to a 'pattern of irresponsible decision making.' The audit highlighted several egregious financial decisions, including a 55% salary increase for former president John Tibbits, who was set to earn over $636,000 in 2024, and a termination payment that amounted to 83 times his monthly salary. Other findings included a $23,000 trip to Italy for senior leaders and repeated approval of ineligible hospitality expenses. The ministry noted that these decisions have led to significant upheaval, including the layoff of over 500 employees, marking one of the largest layoffs in Ontario's college sector. Interim president Norma McDonald Ewing assured the college community that day-to-day operations would continue without disruption.