Prime Minister Justin Trudeau acknowledged Wednesday his office was made aware three years ago of misconduct allegations against the country's former top military commander that were raised by then-ombudsman Gary Walbourne. Trudeau also told the House of Commons he was not personally aware of them until they were raised in the media last month. "After the defence ombudsman received a complaint, the minister directed him to independent officials who could investigate," Trudeau said. Trudeau said he doesn't know what the government of former prime minister Stephen Harper knew about Vance but believes there is a need for a full investigation. Thomas has said previously she was unaware of the allegations against Vance, which Walbourne had placed before the minister three years ago.

Source: CBC News March 10, 2021 22:17 UTC