An internal workplace review of the Calgary Police Service has revealed claims of sexual assault, sexual harassment, bullying and intimidation, and a workplace culture that’s left some officers too fearful to formally complain. “Both males and females shared instances of workplace bullying and harassment,” according to the human resources report, written by an independent auditor. The office is also working with the University of Calgary’s gender studies program to better understand workplace culture issues. Police Chief Roger Chaffin said addressing the state of workplace culture and gender equity issues is a priority but will take time. CPS’ workplace review was ordered by then-chief Rick Hanson as a “result of a number of concerns brought to his attention” regarding practices related to the human resources section of the service.

Source: National Post October 24, 2016 12:00 UTC