CBC CEO Claimed $119K in Travel Expenses in 2 Years While Saying Broadcaster Underfunded: Report

CBC president and chief executive Catherine Tait waits to appear before the Heritage committee in Ottawa on Jan. 30, 2024. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

The CBC’s top executive incurred nearly $120,000 in travel expenses while the network was financially suffering, according to documents obtained through an access to information request.

CEO Catherine Tait used $119,309 in corporation funds for trips to Europe, Tokyo, Hollywood, and more between November 2021 and November 2023, according to the documents obtained by Blacklock’s Reporter.