STATEMENT ON SEXUAL MISCONDUCT AND CULTURE CHANGE IN THE CANADIAN ARMED FORCES

Strong and effective Canadian Armed Forces are essential to the defence and security of Canadians. The ongoing crisis with sexual misconduct and harmful behaviours within the ranks and failures in leadership at all levels have undermined confidence in the institution. Trust has been lost with many serving and retired members, and Canadians are asking legitimate questions about organizational culture that is too often not meeting the espoused CAF values of “Duty with Honour”.

 

Statement on Sexual Misconduct and Culture Change in the Canadian Armed Forces