Bullying and harassment remain serious problems within the RCMP, and only major changes to the way the national police force is run will make a difference, says a national watchdog. The commission urges the federal government to usher in civilian governance or oversight for the paramilitary-style police force. Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale ordered the commission report to see if the RCMP had properly acted on commission recommendations made in 2013. RelatedThe RCMP introduced new harassment policies and processes in 2014 aimed at promptly dealing with workplace conflict before it escalates. In addition, they place “inappropriate emphasis” on the responsibility of the complainant to confront his or her harasser, and on the duty of supervisors and managers to report harassment, the report says.

Source: National Post May 15, 2017 15:33 UTC