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Toews decries disturbing RCMP behaviour as committee studies planned changes
OTTAWA – The public safety minister says “extremely disturbing” reports about RCMP conduct underscore the need for changes at the police force.
Vic Toews told a Commons comittee it’s essential that Canadians have full confidence in the RCMP.
The federal government wants to arm RCMP commissioner Bob Paulson with greater powers to discipline or even fire people who give the force a bad name.
Toews announced proposed changes in June intended to untie Paulson’s hands as he looks into complaints.
Several female RCMP officers have come forward since Cpl. Catherine Galliford went public in November with allegations of harassment within the force in British Columbia.
Men have also complained of abusive behaviour and intimidation.
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