The acting head of the military was aware that his second-in-command was “in periodic contact” with senior officers “in times of extreme stress” — one of whom turned out to be ex-top soldier Jonathan Vance, who is under military police investigation. In a note to military staff on Monday, Rouleau said that he met with senior officers, including those under investigation, because he was “concerned” for their well-being. Rouleau said he did this with the “full knowledge and consent” of acting chief of the defence staff, Lt.-Gen. Wayne Eyre. The defence department statement only raises more questions about military leadership, said military expert Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. “So did Eyre know that Rouleau was in touch with people under investigation, and did that include Jon Vance?

Source: thestar June 15, 2021 21:33 UTC