But after the year RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki has had, it’s not entirely surprising, either. Lucki has floundered over a question about the existence of systemic racism within the force. And just Thursday, an independent report found that a “toxic” culture existed within the force that tolerates misogynistic and homophobic attitudes. Days later, she changed course, acknowledging in a statement that “systemic racism is part of every institution, the RCMP included.”Looking back on that episode, Lucki now says she’s “thankful” that it happened. You check your ego at the door.”In developing a road map for change, Lucki said she has consulted widely.

Source: thestar November 19, 2020 13:03 UTC