© Christer Waara/CBC The sexual abuse and harassment suffered by civilian women who worked and volunteered with the RCMP was 'shocking,' according to a final report, authored by a panel of three retired judges. 'Shocking' level of violenceThe assessors found a "shocking" level of violence and sexual assaults — many of which took place at RCMP detachments — reported in many of the claims. Unique to the more recent Tiller claimants was their place in the hierarchy, far below uniformed members. :Acknowledge, examine, identify and rectify the systemic barriers that perpetuate and prolong the unreported and unaddressed harassment of women in RCMP workplaces. Conduct a review of workplace security in order to ensure the safety and security of women in RCMP workplaces.
Source: CBC News June 17, 2022 15:00 UTC